On July 4, 2026, the United States will commemorate the 250th anniversary of signing the Declaration of Independence. As our nation celebrates its 250th anniversary, we are reminded that America’s story is one of resilience, innovation, and an enduring commitment to the ideals of freedom and opportunity. Those same values live on today, especially in …

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Every year on St. Patrick’s Day, familiar images of shamrocks, leprechauns, and the legendary pot of gold waiting at the end of the rainbow reflect the spirit of a holiday celebrated by many. In Irish folklore, capturing a leprechaun means being granted three wishes or learning the location of hidden gold. Over time, the pot …

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In 2010, Army Staff Sergeant Blake Deloach was serving on a mission in Afghanistan when an RPG struck his vehicle, resulting in traumatic vision loss and spinal fractures. During his recovery, he met his wife, Lauren, at the VA Blind Rehabilitation Center in Augusta, where she worked. After years of rehabilitation focused on reclaiming his …

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Valentine’s Day celebrates and honors love—the kind that shows up, stays committed, and transforms lives. At Homes For Our Troops (HFOT), that kind of love looks like you. Our donors are the heart of everything we do. Because of your generosity, severely injured post-9/11 Veterans are rebuilding their lives in the homes they need and …

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In the Winter issue of West Point Magazine, the Eyes Right feature Grads Helping Grads with New Homes spotlights Homes For Our Troops and the graduates whose commitment to service continues long after graduation. For generations of West Point graduates, service to others doesn’t end at graduation—it simply takes new forms. The bonds forged along …

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