“All for Our Country” commemorates the 250th birthday of the U.S. armed forces. The exhibit opens on Flag Day, June 14 as part of the Nevada National Guard’s birthday celebration. Please join us at 10:00 a.m. at the Veterans Memorial at the State Capitol adjacent to the State Library and Archives at 100 N. Stewart Street, Carson City. The exhibit is largely funded by the National Historical Publications and Records Commission.
When Nevada became a state in 1864, Nevadans stood ready to give “All for Our Country,” which became the state’s motto. The exhibit honors Nevadans’ contributions to U.S. efforts during the Civil War, Spanish-American War, World War I, and World War II. It also tells the story of the Nevada National Guard. It features historical documents, photographs, objects, and uniforms from the Nevada State Museum, Nevada Historical Society, Stewart Indian School Cultural Center and Museum, Westwall Militaria antique store, Nevada National Guard, and Nevada State Archives.
This year, as we observe the 250th birthday of the U.S. armed forces, we recognize its essential role in the founding of our nation. The United States armed forces began with the establishment of the Continental Army on June 14, 1775 during the fight for American independence. The 250th birthday of the armed forces heralds the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence and the founding of our nation in 1776. The Nevada State Archives is pleased to host this exhibit as part of the America250 celebration, which will last throughout the coming year. For more information about opportunities to become involved with America 250 initiatives in Nevada, visit https://www.america250nevada.org/.
Above: Photograph of Nevada Governor John Sparks and his military staff, taken on Labor Day in Reno, Nevada, September 3, 1906.
The exhibit will be open to the public June 14 to November 14, 2025 from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm, Monday through Friday (excluding holidays) at the Nevada State Archives, 100 N. Stewart Street, Carson City.
Funding provided by the National Historical Publications & Records Commission
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