September 11, 2007
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September 11, 2007 is Patriot Day. This national observance marks the anniversary of the most devastating terrorist attacks ever on American soil and honor the thousands who lost their lives on September 11, 2001.
Government and citizens are asked to pay tribute with patriotic activities and to fly the flag at half-staff from sunrise to sunset.
On October 25th, 2001, Representative Vito Fossella of New York introduced a bill to create a national day of remembrance for the victims of 9/11. Patriot Day was signed into public law on December 18th, 2001 by President George W. Bush. Each year, the President of the United States will issue a proclamation regarding its observance.
Patriot Day should not be confused with Patriot’s Day, which is a regional holiday celebrated in New England marking the anniversary of the battles of Lexington and Concord.
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September 1, 2007
PGA of America and the United States Golf Association are joining together for the first Patriot Golf Day on Saturday, September 1st. Public facilities will request an extra $1 for each green fee and private facilities will ask for donations. The money collected will go to Wounded Warriors, Inc. This is to support families of wounded, injured and fallen soldiers.
Dan Rooney, a PGA member, is leading the creation of the Patriot Golf Day in which at least 2500 golf courses have registered to take part in. Mr. Rooney has flown 2 tours of duty in Iraq.
Go golf this Saturday and honor our troops and their families who serve our country. Click here to see which courses close to you are participating.
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Posted by Lexi the Vexillologist
