DALLAS — Eleven years ago, two Navy Seals from Dallas came up with what they thought would be a good ‘Dallas’ idea: a solemn procession of the American names and faces lost in our nation’s wars to remind us all what Memorial Day is really about. “I’ve lost many, many friends in the wars, probably … Continue reading The history of Carry The Load and its Memorial Day mission

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Each May, Americans come together to recognize National Military Appreciation Month and Memorial Day in remembrance of the ultimate sacrifice made by our nation’s heroes. The month is a time for military recognition and patriotic pride as communities pay tribute to members of the military who served the country in the name of freedom. The … Continue reading Honoring Our Nation’s Heroes: Memorial Day 2022

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“Carry The Load” is an organization focused on restoring the original meaning of Memorial Day and honoring the sacrifices of veterans and first responders. ABAC students marched with “Carry The Load” through Tifton on March 22nd to restore the true meaning of Memorial Day. Congress declared Memorial Day an official federal holiday in 1971 to … Continue reading How ABAC students are restoring the true meaning of Memorial Day

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Hunt County and the City of Greenville came out to share the meaning of Memorial Day, as a big crowd participated in the “Carry The Load” walk. The relay is in its 10th year and this is the eighth year Carry The Load has come through Hunt County on its way to its final destination … Continue reading County helps to ‘Carry The Load’ for Memorial Day

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It’s a holiday but for some veterans and others its already been a long night and morning. FOX 4’s Dan Godwin talked to several people taking part in the annual Carry the Load event at Reverchon Park in Dallas. Watch the full story HERE.

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DALLAS – Thousands of people took part in an event in Dallas meant to remind people about the meaning of Memorial Day and who it honors. For Pauline Perez, this year is personal. “I could’ve been the reason my family is out here continuing the tradition,” she said. Perez is a firefighter with Dallas Fire Rescue. On … Continue reading Memorial Day: Thousands ‘Carry the Load,’ attend in-person events to honor fallen heroes

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WFAA covered the story of a former Air Force pilot and how his career has impacted him. He discusses two specific instances that will stick with him forever and shares who he’s carrying. Watch the full story HERE.

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On a warm, sunny Memorial Day, Mayor Lori Lightfoot and a small gathering of veterans and their families laid wreaths at the base of the statue of Maj. Gen. John A Logan. Navy veteran Rodrigo Guzman and his wife happened on the ceremony while searching for Memorial Day events online. Guzman, who served from 2007 … Continue reading Ceremony at Logan statue commemorates Memorial Day

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WICHITA FALLS, Texas (KAUZ) – While many are enjoying the extra day off from work, it’s important to remember the purpose of Memorial Day: to remember those who paid the ultimate sacrifice for this country. In Wichita Falls, one group did just that. Photojournalist Rowan Hardman has more on the story. “Because we’re all about … Continue reading Carry The Load emphasizes importance of Memorial Day

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For Navy veteran Sarah Kuehl, the community—and sacrifice—of military service is something she carries with her every day. When she joined JPMorgan Chase, she found a community that understood…and felt the same way. In 2016, Kuehl found out about the Military Pathways Development Program at JPMorgan Chase. “I learned right away that JPMorgan Chase is … Continue reading Helping Veterans Carry the Load

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