This true American patriot continues to impress the rest of us who grew seeing on the TV or big screen. Chuck Norris continues to defy the laws of all Hollywierd by actually making sense and using his star power to make a difference. This morning this nice piece he wrote (yes, he writes too) about …
Pictures from the day’s events in New Orleans. Pictures from the presentation of the Liberty Bell from France to the National WWII Museum. In the video below, Sir JJ explains Armistice Day. Armistice Day from Greta Perry on Vimeo.
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I can remember as a child my dad talking, somewhat, about his service during Korea. I never really listened. I was a kid. What did I know? I do remember hearing once that he actually served with Elvis, but I don’t think that was true. He died in ’96 and now I have no idea …
I pretty much spent last weekend at the National World War II Museum in New Orleans. I feel so at home there, surrounded by people who love their Country. Of course, hanging with Sir JJ Witmeyer, (who is like Norm form Cheers there) helps. Friday was the grand opening with all the stars and hoopla. …
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Thumbs up for being military supporters! Last year, I was approached by Wizard 101 as a Milblogger. They wanted to initially reach out to the military community with this game and sent me this email (along with a trial subscription): One of the great things we’ve been seeing since the launch of Wizard101 is how …
I’m Sooo excited for the grand opening of the new theater next week at the National WWII Museum. I will be pretty much be there all day and night on Friday November 6th with Sir JJ and then Saturday with my family. Now – on to this interesting tidbit…. There was an article printed in …
The following question & answer are from Bugle Notes (something Silke & my hubby had to memorize while at West Point). I only put it up here because my husband asked me to do so. He is not a blogger, but wanted to trash talk a little this morning! What do plebes rank? “Sir, the …
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This Week’s Post Was Suggested By Beth Cpl. Benjamin S. Kopp 21 years old from Rosemont, Minnesota 3rd Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment July 18, 2009
Well, if you saw this article that is now even a great propaganda piece, you would think so. To poke a few holes, if you want to get a slant on any article, you could find willing suspects. Chaplains – well they are battlefield counselors too. You have a problem, you go to the chaplain. …
Contact: Carrie DeVries FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 504.558.1840 cdevries@theehrhardtgroup.com CITIZENS ENCOURAGED TO LINE THE LEVEES IN SPECIAL SEND-OFF FOR USS NEW YORK – LPD 21 Ship Incorporates Nearly Eight Tons of Steel Salvaged from World Trade Center Towers in Honor of Victims of 9/11 NEW ORLEANS – Oct. 5, 2009 – The Greater New Orleans Executives …
Sgt. Michael Egan 36 years old from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 104th Cavalry Regiment, 28th Infantry Division, Pennsylvania Army National Guard September 19, 2005
Can you believe that I entered the first recruiter’s office on August 6th? Now, I’m on the 3rd recruiter and still don’t have the answers necessary to make informed decisions. Information I’m seeking: can I enter the Reserves at 41, get a direct commission and become a Public Affairs Officer. Gotta admit, at this point, …
Washington DC 24 September 2009 WLF partners with White House and VA to get GI Bill payments expedited The Warrior Legacy Foundation (WLF) is working with the White House and the VA to assist veterans who have been experiencing delays in GI Bill payments. Recently a number of veterans have not received payment for college …