Happy veterns Day

[DiO'Bolic]

A salute to Warren (the old guy in the background next to the B-25 Mitchell medium bomber) A close friend of the family who was an early Air Force fighter pilot. He flew the North American F-86 Sabre and the Lockheed F-94 Starfire. The Air Force sent him to a special school for the most promising fighter pilots. And on his first flight he ‘shot down’ his commanding officer. That commanding officer then made his time there a living hell. He actually developed some of the first jet fighter tactics, some of which are still used today. He was always in trouble with the brass for taking too many risks and disobeying orders. He'll be over on Thanksgiving, and I'll be listening to his stories for the 100th time. I don't mind though, as they're fascinating.

A little bit of information (which I find hard to believe, but he is dead serious when he tells it)... according to him, he was stationed at Roswell Air Force base in the 50’s and said the stories are true. He even got to see one of the aliens there and they look like the pictures we now associate with Roswell.

 

[Alexandra M]

In memory of my father (1922-1979) who served with the RCAF 6th Group Bomber Command in WWII as an AG
from 1942 to 1946.
He never would talk about the war, he always said it was over and there was nothing for him to say. Several years
after he died I wrote to the Department of Defense and they sent me his war records. I managed to find several
who served with him and I had endless questions for them. We wrote back and forth until, they one by one, passed
on.
To my father and all those who served and are presently serving in defense of our countries, thank you. You have
my respect, my prayers and hope that you will return to your families and loved ones soon. God bless each and
every one of you.

 

[no bounce no play]

 

[staropeace]

 

[Haunted]

Last row and on right third man in was my Dad. He was last seen by two of his men as he was shot down. They saw his plane fall into the Sea of Japan. He was 25.

 

[GNTLGNT]

Last row and on right third man in was my Dad. He was last seen by two of his men as he was shot down. They saw his plane fall into the Sea of Japan. He was 25.

 

[Neesy]

 

[Brian's Twinner]

Thankee big-big to all the armed forces.

 

[staropeace]

This gave me goosebumps. God bless the USA.
Emotional Chick-fil-A Worker Lets Everyone Know Exactly How Much He Loves America

 

[Maddie]

This gave me goosebumps. God bless the USA.
Emotional Chick-fil-A Worker Lets Everyone Know Exactly How Much He Loves America

It gave me goosebumps too over and over, the whole time! So uplifting and spiritual. Thanks you for sharing that, its Beautiful.

 

[GNTLGNT]

...gorgeous rendition!....and here's another I share again.....these boys are flatazz incredible.....

 

[Haunted]

“Lord, keep our servicemen and women safe, whether they serve at home or overseas. Hold them in Your loving hands and protect them as they protect us.”

Let’s all keep those currently serving and those who have gone before, in our thoughts. They are the reason for the many freedoms we enjoy.

 

[Grandpa]

(From my Facebook post yesterday.)

Why is 11/11 Veterans Day? Don't just take it en passant. There's a reason.

Early in the 20th Century, a big war was fought. It wasn't called World War I then because there was no idea of a II being foreseen. It came to be known as the Great War, or with tragic error, "The War To End All Wars." It was the war where the countries of Europe, and some other places to a lesser extent, sacrificed the flower of their youth on the bayonets and charging the machine gun positions in a conflict of unimaginable and horrific attrition.

Finally, weary of the conflict, the Great Powers of the time called an end. And here's the genesis of 11/11:

On the 11th hour of the 1tth day of the 11th month, the conflict would end. On that moment, the guns fell silent. The Great War was over.

The following generations would celebrate Armistice Day in various ways and honor the passage of the horrific conflict.

But...

it wasn't done. The human capacity for brutality and self-imposed suffering is bottomless. A mere 20 years later, it would happen again, bigger, badder, more widespread, and much more devastating.

Still much of the world still recognized Armistice Day from the Great War because so many of their young men were interred on foreign soil. But here in the US, we like to make things efficient. And so, with the passage of the second World War, with more conflicts to follow, with previous conflicts to recognize and honor, November 11 became Veterans Day.

Me, I'm fine with that. This is a special acknowledgment to those in uniform, whether on the front lines or not, whether in a combat role or not, to their willingness to place their mortal flesh between aggressors and their own loved ones and cherished homeland.

So to those who have worn the uniform of their branch proudly, we salute you and thank you for your service. Truly. As a Marine in peacetime, then later speaking with a one-time college student acquaintance in bar in the 2000s who said, "Thank you for your service," there is little else more profound than that simple gesture. Remember that. Say it to those who deserve it. I do.

To those families and friends who experienced their own in uniform, thank you.

To those families who have seen their own come back from conflict, damaged or not, you have our heartfelt support and our wish for healing for those who have borne the brunt of the battle, physically or mentally.

To those families who have lost their own loved ones to violence in service of their country, we mourn with you. You matter to us! Let no one - no one! - say otherwise.

To those who have been a prisoner in service of our country, we can offer nothing more than our "Welcome home" and our most sincere gratitude and support. You have given more than anyone else can imagine, and there is no discount of that fact. Not by anyone.

Thank you all for your service.

 

[GNTLGNT]

(From my Facebook post yesterday.)

Why is 11/11 Veterans Day? Don't just take it en passant. There's a reason.

Early in the 20th Century, a big war was fought. It wasn't called World War I then because there was no idea of a II being foreseen. It came to be known as the Great War, or with tragic error, "The War To End All Wars." It was the war where the countries of Europe, and some other places to a lesser extent, sacrificed the flower of their youth on the bayonets and charging the machine gun positions in a conflict of unimaginable and horrific attrition.

Finally, weary of the conflict, the Great Powers of the time called an end. And here's the genesis of 11/11:

On the 11th hour of the 1tth day of the 11th month, the conflict would end. On that moment, the guns fell silent. The Great War was over.

The following generations would celebrate Armistice Day in various ways and honor the passage of the horrific conflict.

But...

it wasn't done. The human capacity for brutality and self-imposed suffering is bottomless. A mere 20 years later, it would happen again, bigger, badder, more widespread, and much more devastating.

Still much of the world still recognized Armistice Day from the Great War because so many of their young men were interred on foreign soil. But here in the US, we like to make things efficient. And so, with the passage of the second World War, with more conflicts to follow, with previous conflicts to recognize and honor, November 11 became Veterans Day.

Me, I'm fine with that. This is a special acknowledgment to those in uniform, whether on the front lines or not, whether in a combat role or not, to their willingness to place their mortal flesh between aggressors and their own loved ones and cherished homeland.

So to those who have worn the uniform of their branch proudly, we salute you and thank you for your service. Truly. As a Marine in peacetime, then later speaking with a one-time college student acquaintance in bar in the 2000s who said, "Thank you for your service," there is little else more profound than that simple gesture. Remember that. Say it to those who deserve it. I do.

To those families and friends who experienced their own in uniform, thank you.

To those families who have seen their own come back from conflict, damaged or not, you have our heartfelt support and our wish for healing for those who have borne the brunt of the battle, physically or mentally.

To those families who have lost their own loved ones to violence in service of their country, we mourn with you. You matter to us! Let no one - no one! - say otherwise.

To those who have been a prisoner in service of our country, we can offer nothing more than our "Welcome home" and our most sincere gratitude and support. You have given more than anyone else can imagine, and there is no discount of that fact. Not by anyone.

Thank you all for your service.

....wonderful and eloquent my friend.....

 

[Spideyman]

(From my Facebook post yesterday.)

Why is 11/11 Veterans Day? Don't just take it en passant. There's a reason.

Early in the 20th Century, a big war was fought. It wasn't called World War I then because there was no idea of a II being foreseen. It came to be known as the Great War, or with tragic error, "The War To End All Wars." It was the war where the countries of Europe, and some other places to a lesser extent, sacrificed the flower of their youth on the bayonets and charging the machine gun positions in a conflict of unimaginable and horrific attrition.

Finally, weary of the conflict, the Great Powers of the time called an end. And here's the genesis of 11/11:

On the 11th hour of the 1tth day of the 11th month, the conflict would end. On that moment, the guns fell silent. The Great War was over.

The following generations would celebrate Armistice Day in various ways and honor the passage of the horrific conflict.

But...

it wasn't done. The human capacity for brutality and self-imposed suffering is bottomless. A mere 20 years later, it would happen again, bigger, badder, more widespread, and much more devastating.

Still much of the world still recognized Armistice Day from the Great War because so many of their young men were interred on foreign soil. But here in the US, we like to make things efficient. And so, with the passage of the second World War, with more conflicts to follow, with previous conflicts to recognize and honor, November 11 became Veterans Day.

Me, I'm fine with that. This is a special acknowledgment to those in uniform, whether on the front lines or not, whether in a combat role or not, to their willingness to place their mortal flesh between aggressors and their own loved ones and cherished homeland.

So to those who have worn the uniform of their branch proudly, we salute you and thank you for your service. Truly. As a Marine in peacetime, then later speaking with a one-time college student acquaintance in bar in the 2000s who said, "Thank you for your service," there is little else more profound than that simple gesture. Remember that. Say it to those who deserve it. I do.

To those families and friends who experienced their own in uniform, thank you.

To those families who have seen their own come back from conflict, damaged or not, you have our heartfelt support and our wish for healing for those who have borne the brunt of the battle, physically or mentally.

To those families who have lost their own loved ones to violence in service of their country, we mourn with you. You matter to us! Let no one - no one! - say otherwise.

To those who have been a prisoner in service of our country, we can offer nothing more than our "Welcome home" and our most sincere gratitude and support. You have given more than anyone else can imagine, and there is no discount of that fact. Not by anyone.

Thank you all for your service.

Excellent. Beautifully written.