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Research Associate III

[Saint Louis Zoo @stlzoo]

Look who’s getting his tusks! Asian elephant calf Jet is growing up fast 🥹

[Steve Clemans @Steve09812]

It is with profound sorrow that we bid farewell to Jeanne Gibson, our beloved Rosie the Riveter, has passed away today, July 29, 2026, at the remarkable age of 100. With her passing, we don't simply mourn the loss of a beloved friend, we honor the life of an American hero whose courage, dedication, and unwavering spirit helped shape history, and will continue to inspire generations to come.📷📷
At just 18 years old, Jeanne left her home in Minnesota in the summer of 1944 and answered her nation's call, becoming a welder at Todd Pacific Shipyards in Seattle. With determination and grit, she helped build destroyers that strengthened the Allied war effort during World War II. She later continued her service with the Army Transportation Corps in Juneau, Alaska, embodying the resilience and patriotism of the Greatest Generation.
Yet Jeanne's legacy extended far beyond the war. She earned her Ph.D., dedicated three decades to teaching, earned her private pilot license, and spent the rest of her life proving that courage, determination, and purpose know no age.
In 2024, Jeanne and her fellow Rosies were collectively awarded the Congressional Gold Medal, one of our nation's highest civilian honors, recognizing the extraordinary women whose sacrifices and determination helped secure victory during World War II.
To all of us at Pacific Historic Parks, Jeanne was far more than a Rosie, she was family. She traveled to Hawaiʻi time and again to share her remarkable story with visitors, inspire local students, and ensure that the sacrifices of the Home Front would never be forgotten. Her radiant smile, generous heart, and boundless enthusiasm touched every life she encountered.
She had a special gift for encouraging young girls, reminding them that no dream was too big and no obstacle too great. Through her words and her example, she inspired generations to believe in themselves and pursue lives of courage, service, and purpose.
Jeanne remained a tireless advocate for preserving the legacy of the Rosies, volunteering at Rosie the Riveter WWII Home Front National Historical Park on "Rosie Fridays" and ensuring the stories of the women who helped win the war would continue to inspire future generations.
In one of life's poignant moments, just days before her passing, Jeanne was celebrated with a Wall of Honor banner at the park she loved so dearly and recognized during a San Jose Earthquakes halftime ceremony honoring Bay Area heroes. It was a fitting tribute to a woman whose life was defined by selfless service, quiet strength, and extraordinary grace.
Though Jeanne has taken her final flight, her legacy will never fade. It lives on in every story she shared, every young person she inspired, every life she touched, and in the enduring example of courage she leaves behind.
Our hearts are with Jeanne's family, her fellow Rosies, and all who were blessed to know and love her.
Rest in peace, Jeanne Gibson.
Thank you for answering the call when your country needed you most. Thank you for showing generations what courage looks like. We will remember you always

[Interesting Channel @ChannelInteres]

🇦🇺In Australia, tourists saw a sign that read, "Please do not feed the quokkas, no matter what they say" 😆

And when they met the quokkas themselves, they realized that it was impossible to resist them 😊

[Kilmarnock FC Women @KilmarnockWFC]

Kilmarnock Football Club is delighted to announce the return of Eva Mckean on a permanent deal, subject to SFA approval.

The Defender is back after a successful loan spell last season from Glasgow city and returns now on a permanent basis.

Welcome Back Eva💙

[St Louis CITY SC @stlCITYsc]

Our first 💯 @MLS goals at @Energizer_Park 🎥

[Nature Unedited @NatureUnedited]

He was so fancy for no reason 😂

[zonka7 @HillaryHeins]

👊🏻❤️🤍💙

[U.S. Soccer Men's National Team @USMNT]

Win today.

[Elmo @elmo]

Elmo is ready to PLAY! GO TEAM USA! 🇺🇸⚽❤️

[Hy Bender @hybender]

Coolest use of a drone

[Matt Baker @MattBakerSTL]

Incredible scenes in KC from #Netherlands fans. An Oranje takeover.

[St. Louis Blues @StLouisBlues]

For all the goals, smiles and memories over the past 8 years: thank you Jordan.

Wishing you nothing but the best in Washington.

[Augie Nash @AugieNash]

#OTD 1948 - Babe Ruth made his final appearance at a MLB ballpark.

He visited Sportsman’s Park in St Louis and met 6-year-old Bill DeWitt Jr. (shown here) - the current chairman of the Cardinals.

Babe would die just a few months later on August 16.

#STLCards

[ESPN @espn]

BELIEVE IT! 🇺🇸

The United States wins their first two group stage matches at the World Cup for the first time since 1930 🙌

[Denis Beganovic @Beganovic2026]

Massive sinkhole has opened under the highway just north of Four Seasons Hotel & Horseshoe casino. @MoDOT_StLouis will probably have to shut down the highway because it’s very close to the footings

[U.S. Soccer Men's National Team @USMNT]

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[zonka7 @HillaryHeins]

Great science day, so happy with the results! Been working very hard!