New Guardsmen Take Oath
Jim Zamagias
A historic ceremony honoring the nation’s 250th birthday was observed earlier this week when Governor Wes Moore swore in 250 soldiers and airmen to the Maryland National Guard. The ceremony took place at the Fifth Regiment Armory in Baltimore, attended by state and guard officials and family members. Lieutenant Governor Aruna Miller welcomed the new members, saying Maryland is stronger because of their commitment…
“Each of you remind us that patriotism isn’t something we proclaim, it’s something we live. As Adlai Stevenson once said, patriotism is not a short frenzied outburst of emotion, but rather it’s a tranquil, steady dedication of a lifetime.”