C-130J Next Generation
While the exterior looks very much like previous C-130s, the C-130J flight station and propulsion systems have been completely redesigned. The net effect is enhanced performance of the aircraft, and greater reliability of the systems and components.

Span: 14"

CIA Plaque
The Central Intelligence Agency was created in 1947 with the signing of the National Security Act by President Truman. The National Security Act charged the Director of Central Intelligence (DCI) with coordinating the nationÆs intelligence activities.

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Coast Guard Plaque
For more than 210 years, the Coast Guard has served the nation as one of the five armed forces. Throughout its distinguished history, the Coast Guard has enjoyed a unique relationship with the Navy.

Span: 14"

Connecticut State Seal Plaque
The Connecticut State Seal has changed over the years, but it still has similarities to some of the older versions of the state’s seals. The original seal had 15 grapevines on it and the motto “Sustinet Qui Transtulit” (He Who Transplanted Still Sustains).

Dept of Defense Plaque
The Department of Defense is based in The Pentagon in Arlington County, Virginia outside Washington, DC, across the Potomac River.

Span: 14"

Dept of Justice Plaque
The flag is blue--a brighter shade than other cabinet secretaries'--with the central device of the Department of Justice seal on it and a white star in each corner.

Span: 14"

Dept. of Homeland Security Plaque
The National Strategy for Homeland Security and the Homeland Security Act of 2002 served to mobilize and organize our nation to secure the homeland from terrorist attacks.

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Dept. of Navy Plaque
Congress established the Department of the Navy on April 30, 1798. The U.S. Navy consists of more than 300 ships and over 4,000 operational aircraft. It has over half a million personnel on active or ready reserve duty.

Span: 14"

Drug Enforcement Administration Plaque
The mission of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is to enforce the controlled substances laws and regulations of the United States and bring to the criminal and civil justice system.

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Executive Office of the President Plaque
Mission: To enhance the ability of the United States to manage domestic incidents by establishing a single, comprehensive national incident management system. We protect our hometowns best when we leverage the resources of our communities.

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FBI Plaque
The very heart of FBI operations lies in our investigations--which serve, as our mission states, "To protect and defend the United States against terrorist and foreign intelligence threats and to enforce the criminal laws of the United States."

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Fire Department Member Plaque
Over the years the firefighters have found themselves subjected to some physical and emotional distress in the course of service, but continue to respond in a professional way and support their side of society's safety net.

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Florida State Seal Plaque
In 1868, Florida's new State Constitution mandated that the first session of the Legislature must adopt a seal to represent the state. And the Legislature lost no time in coming up with a Joint Resolution that they sent to the Governor in August of that year.

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Georgia State Seal Plaque
The Great Seal of the state of Georgia features a symbolic image of the Constitution as an arch that is supported by three pillars. The pillars represent the three branches of government; the legislature, the judicial, and the executive. Banners worded Wisdom, Justice, and Moderation, (Georgia's official motto) hang from the pillars.

Span: 14"

Great Seal Plaque
Creating an official symbol of the United States was a collaborative effort by America's Founding Fathers that began on July 4, 1776. Finalized on June 20, 1782, the Great Seal is a unique combination of symbols and mottoes that convey their vision of America.

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HSL-37 Easy Riders
Helicopter Antisubmarine Squadron Light THIRTY-SEVEN (HSL-37) was established on 3 July 1975 aboard Naval Air Station, Barbers Point, Hawaii, and remains the NavyÆs oldest operational Light Airborne Multi-Purpose System (LAMPS) squadron.

Span: 14"

Illinois State Seal Plaque
The Great Seal of the State of Illinois features an eagle carrying a shield in its talons. Thirteen stars and thirteen stripes on the shield represent the original thirteen states of the Union.

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Louisiana State Seal Plaque
The official state seal of Louisiana was adopted in 1902. It features a pelican tending its three young chicks in their nest. The story is that the pelican is actually tearing some of its own flesh to feed the chicks, which apparently a pelican will do rather than allow its young to starve.

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Marine Corps Seal Plaque
The Marine Corps adopted Semper Fidelis as its official motto in 1883 (Semper Fidelis is also the title of the official musical March of the Marine Corps). U.S. Marines use an abbreviated verbal version, "Semper Fi" to voice loyalty and commitment.

Span: 14"

Massachusetts State Seal Plaque
The STATE SEAL, adopted by Governor John Hancock and the Council on December 13, 1780 and made official by the General Court on June 4, 1885, is circular and bears a representation of the arms of the Commonwealth encircled with the words, "Sigillum Reipublicae Massachusettensis" (Seal of the Republic of Massachusetts).

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Michigan State Seal Plaque
The Great Seal of the State of Michigan was inspired by the seal used by the Hudson Bay Fur Company. Michigan's second governor, Lewis Cass, presented the idea to the Constitutional Convention, and it was accepted on June 2, 1835.

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NASA Plaque
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), which was established in 1958, is the agency responsible for the public space program of the United States of America. It is also responsible for long-term civilian and military aerospace research.

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National Security Agency Plaque
The National Security Agency (NSA) is one of the most secret (and secretive) members of the U.S. intelligence community. The predecessor of NSA, the Armed Forces Security Agency (AFSA), was established in 1949 within the Department of Defense.

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New York State Seal Plaque
The Great Seal of New York was first established in 1777 to act as the official seal of the state. In 1778 a second form was completed that included a a full coat of arms. In 1882 a final law was adopted describing the seal as designed in 1778.

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