FLI Client, Kenny Vaughan, Sends a Special Holiday Message Thanking YOU For Your Support
In this video, Kenny Vaughan, founder and owner of Shields of Strength gives a heartfelt expression of gratitude to all our supporters. Because you stood strong with First Liberty, 2019 was a historic “Year of Firsts” in reclaiming religious freedom in America.
Inflatable Santa Forces His Religion on Army Soldiers by Holding “God Bless America” Sign
How do you undermine military religious freedom and deflate the Christmas spirit at the same time? Just leave it up to the “Military Religious Freedom Foundation” to complain about a plastic Soldier Santa on an Army base who’s allegedly imposing his Christian faith on others.
The First Iraq War Soldier Buried in Arlington National Cemetery Wore Shields of Strength
by Jorge Gomez • 5 min read In April 2003, U.S. Army Capt. Russell B. “Rusty” Rippetoe and two other Army Rangers serving in Operation Iraqi Freedom made the ultimate sacrifice for their country. While rushing to assist a local pregnant woman crying for help, the three soldiers were killed […]
Anti-Faith Activists Threaten to Rip Away Inspirational Dog Tags from Military Service Members
Shields of Strength are much more than just a chain. For those serving in uniform, these tags are a source of encouragement, a symbol of sacrifice and a tangible reminder of the strength gained through faith.
The Enduring Role of Faith in America’s Navy
The U.S. Navy is about to celebrate its 244th birthday. Here are three important facts you need to know about how faith and religious freedom continue to be an integral part of Navy tradition.
Remembering Our POW/MIA’s Includes Recognizing Their Faith
On POW/MIA Recognition Day, Americans set aside time to honor the men and women of our armed forces who were prisoners of war and those who never came home. Learn how we continue to defend the constitutional right of all service members, as well as their families, to express and live out their faith.

