U.S. Marine Corps Birthday
The observance is an opportunity to celebrate the proud traditions and heritage of the Marine Corps and to honor the service and sacrifice of its members.
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Welcome to the Events Calendar!
We invite you to explore more ways to get involved and connect Arizona’s service members, veterans and their families. Listed here are upcoming training and events conducted by the Arizona Coalition for Military Families and our partners.
If you have any questions about our training and events, please email events@arizonacoalition.org.
Veterans Day
Veterans Day has significant cultural and historical significance in the U.S., serving as a reminder of the sacrifices made by the military and the importance of recognizing their service and contributions to the nation.
Battle of Ia Drang
The Battle of Ia Drang (November 14–18, 1965) was the first major clash between U.S. Army forces and the People's Army of Vietnam in the Vietnam War.
Battle of Chosin Reservoir
The Battle of Chosin Reservoir (November 27–December 13, 1950) was a key Korean War clash where 30,000 UN troops, mostly U.S. Marines, faced brutal temperatures and 100,000 Chinese forces in North Korea.
Battle of Tora Bora
The Battle of Tora Bora, fought from December 3 to 17, 2001, was a significant military engagement during the early stages of the U.S.-led invasion of Afghanistan.
Pearl Harbor Day of Remembrance
Pearl Harbor Day of Remembrance is observed on December 7 to honor and remember the lives lost in the surprise attack on Pearl Harbor, Hawaii on December 7, 1941.
AMVETS Birthday
AMVETS' mission is to advocate for veterans' rights, enhance veterans' lives, and support their reintegration into civilian life. The organization has played a significant role in shaping policies that benefit veterans and their communities.
U.S. National Guard Birthday
This day recognizes the important role played by the National Guard in protecting American communities and responding to domestic emergencies. The National Guard serves as the country's first line of defense in times of domestic emergencies and operates under the authority of both state and federal governments.
Capture of Saddam Hussein
On December 13, 2003, during Operation Red Dawn, U.S. forces captured former Iraqi President Saddam Hussein.
Battle of the Bulge
The Battle of the Bulge was fought during World War II in the Ardennes Forest from December 16, 1944, to January 25, 1945.
U.S. Space Force Birthday
The significance of the Space Force lies in its recognition of the critical importance of space to national security and the need for this highly specialized and advanced military organization that plays a critical role in ensuring America’s continued dominance in space.
Operation Desert Storm Begins
Operation Desert Storm started with an aerial bombing campaign against Iraq on January 17, 1991, and concluded with the U.S.-led liberation of Kuwait on February 28, 1991.
