We love that Veterans and their families receive free lifetime passes to national parks. After defending the country, they deserve this perk. Find out more: news.va.gov/110751/free-li… and tell us in the comments about your national park excursions.

While having fun this summer, keep your mortgage payments as low as possible. You can look into an interest rate reduction refinance loan—known as an IRRRL. Talk to a Veterans First loan officer today about the IRRRL: veteransfirst.com/refinance

Did you know the first women’s rights convention was held on July 19, 1848, in Seneca Falls, New York? Events like this were steps toward equal rights for women. Read more: loc.gov/item/today-in-…

Did you know that today is National Hire a Veteran Day? Your workforce can benefit from the value Veterans bring to their job. If you’re a Veteran transitioning to civilian life, find job resources at dol.gov/agencies/vets/…

Let’s remember the sacrifices made by our Korean War Veterans. On the 71st anniversary of the Armistice, we acknowledge these brave souls and encourage you to share in the comments stories of their bravery.

The Army Chaplain Corps, established in 1775, is one of the oldest branches of the Army. We want to wish them a happy birthday and celebrate the support they provide to our servicemembers. God bless America!

The Coast Guard has been tirelessly working to protect our waters since 1790. Their unwavering dedication deserves recognition on this anniversary. Happy birthday, Coast Guard!

Established in 1782, the Purple Heart honors servicemembers who sustain injuries while serving. This prestigious medal, reintroduced in 1932, symbolizes the sacrifices protecting our nation. We pay tribute to their dedication today.

Our nation’s Department of Defense works tirelessly to safeguard the security and well-being of our country and its citizens. We are grateful for the dedication and service of each and every individual employee within its ranks. Today, we wish them all a happy birthday!

The hard work of the Navajo Code Talkers in WWII was not recognized until after the operation was declassified in 1968. It wasn’t until 1982 that President Ronald Reagan declared August 14 as “Navajo Code Talkers Day.” Let’s honor these servicemembers today.

Our first paratroopers were courageous volunteers, paving the way for those who bravely serve our country through daring leaps. Today, we celebrate every individual who chooses this path of valor and sacrifice.

Buying a home might seem intimidating, but you do have help along the way. Our loan officers at Veterans First stand ready to walk you through each step and empower your decisions. Learn more at veteransfirst.com/buy-a-home

Looking to refinance your home? Our team is here to assist! A VA cash-out refinance option could be the solution to help you reach your financial goals. Learn more at: veteransfirst.com/refinance

An increased demand for more warfighters in WWI helped create a Reserve Force that is known today as the Marine Forces Reserve. We wish them all a happy birthday!

Today, on Labor Day, we rest in celebration of all the work accomplished throughout the year. How are you spending this day?

V-J, or Victory Over Japan Day, brought WWII to a close and sparked joyous celebrations across the nation. We’d love to hear your family’s stories commemorating this momentous occasion.

As the school year begins, it’s time to think of fall projects. What can a Veterans First loan officer do to help you with your home goals? A cash-out refinance could be the answer, so reach out now! Learn more at: veteransfirst.com/refinance

On our National Day of Service and Remembrance, we look for ways to help others in honor of the lives lost on September 11, 2001. We pray for peace and unity for our country today.

September 17 is Citizenship Day and the day that the U.S. Constitution was signed. Did you know you can digitally sign the document? Become a part of history at archives.gov/founding-docs/…

Happy Birthday to both the Air Force and the Air National Guard. We are grateful for all they do to maintain peace and keep our country safe. We hope they have some time on the ground to celebrate today.