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August Military Observances: Honoring Service, Sacrifice & Legacy

Mt. Soledad Team

Published on: 04/08/2026

From the Coast Guard's 236th birthday to the unbreakable code of the Navajo Code Talkers — explore August's most powerful military observances on our blog.

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They Were Just Kids: Remembering the Young Men Who Served Alongside Cpl. Bob Gallagher

Mt. Soledad Team

Published on: 22/05/2026

In 1967, the average age of a combat soldier in Vietnam was nineteen. This Memorial Day, Mt. Soledad honors Cpl. Bob Gallagher — and the young men who stood beside him

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Why Memorial Day Still Matters — And What These Walls Have to Say About It

Mt. Soledad Team

Published on: 16/05/2026

A reflection on why Memorial Day still matters, the personal cost of freedom, and the stories etched into Mt. Soledad’s walls—including the courage of Cpl. Patrick “Bob” Gallagher. A reminder to pause, remember, and honor their sacrifice.

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