[Michael.SF.]

In a post at a anti War/Pro Dems website they are asking their readers to send to our troops books for their reading pleasure. They have suggested books by Michael Moore and Al Franken.

They also would have send Mein Kampf to the troops after Normandy.

Let's do what we can to send them some worthwhile reading material!

I am starting with: 'Mere Christianity' by C. S. Lewis

I would also suggest a short note of support!

[Michael.SF.]

Correction follows:

"They also would have sent Mein Kampf to the troops after Normandy."

[martin_fierro]

Got a copy of Tom Clancy's "Shadow Warriors" sitting around. It's on its way.

[Snake65]

A signed copy of my recently published SF/Fantasy novel, Way of the Wolf, is on the way. Along with a note of appreciation.

Thanks for posting this.

[Dante3]

Thanks for posting this. Great suggestion. I know some who would like beginner dance lessons in DVDs (they can't play tapes). But I haven't found any in stores.

[firewalk]

bttt

[longfellow]

Hey what if our boys run out of toilet paper?!! these books may save their butts!!! did you ever think of that!!?

[Jen]

Attention please!

Please visit the Books for Soldiers web site before sending books. There are MANY troops who have requested books, not just the one mentioned in this thread. Click "Enter Board" to find names and addresses of troops and the books/DVDs/etc they requested.

Also, this site has started Operation Forgotten Soldier - a way for citizens to support those troops who are getting no mail or care packages from home.

[Pietro]

Acquasanta Books is proud to support our troops, and we will forward five (5) quality novels to the address you suggested.

[Jabba the Nutt]

I'm putting together a box of books, Patricia Cornwell's Kay Scarpetta thrillers and some others.

[68-69TonkinGulfYachtClub]

SUPPORT THE TROOPS PING

Michael.SF. : Thank You for posting this.

All : Can you spare a few moments today to e-mail a service person?
There is also informationabout sending CARE packages to the military here.

[StarCMC]

I'll scavenge and mail! Thanks for posting! Thanks for the ping Tonk.

[300winmag]

Let's do what we can to send them some worthwhile reading material!

I am starting with: 'Mere Christianity' by C. S. Lewis

Troops also want magazines for reading material! Cars, sports, hunting, fishing, even if they're old, are welcome. Any kind of reading material that reminds them of home.

Probably exclude "girlie" magazines, though. We don't want any politically-incorrect reading material sent where some media person could use it to bash our troops. And no leftist fishwrap, unless we hear that the troops are desperate for a good laugh.

[Vets_Husband_and_Wife]

They also like Readers Digest!

You can get a lot of those into a box. We are sending a bunch we've collected to friend of ours who is flying missions over there. He passes them around. :o)

[bjcintennessee]

I have almost every Reader's Digest since 1976. Do you think they would have an interest in, say, all the 2003 issues?

I also have lots of romance novels (reading I no longer have time for since finding FReepers - lol). Would those be appropriate?

And I have Hell to Pay, Shakedown and other conservative books that I guess I could bring myself to let go of.

[RightWingMama]

good idea bump

[Peach]

Done - have Clancy books, Cussler, Daniel Silva, DeMille and Sue Grafton. Also notes of support accompany each book. Thanks so much for posting this important information.

BTTT

[diamond6]

Ping

[68-69TonkinGulfYachtClub]

CLICK HERE for 03/22/03 Department of Defense
Press Release.
TROOP SUPPORT MAIL POLICY STRESSED
To bolster force protection, the general public is urged not to send unsolicited mail, care packages or donations to service members forward deployed unless you are a family member, loved one or personal friend.

“Operation USO Care Package”
Delivers Needed Items and Personal Messages to
Service Members Deployed Overseas
You, Too, Can Show a Service Member You Care

With thousands of U.S. troops deployed around the world, still actively engaged in Operation Enduring Freedom and the fight against terrorism, the United Service Organizations (USO) is offering a unique way for individuals and corporations to let our nation's defenders know we haven't forgotten them. “Operation USO Care Package,” sponsored by the USO World Headquarters and administered by the USO of Metropolitan Washington (USO-Metro), enables individuals to write a personal message and financially support care packages that will be delivered to service members participating in Operation Enduring Freedom.

Because of heightened security, individuals can no longer send letters and packages to 'Any Service Member.' Operation USO Care Package is approved by the Department of Defense, providing a safe, easy way for individuals and corporations to show their prayers and thoughts are with our men and women in uniform.

Corporations may also contribute to this program through financial contributions, items donated in bulk for the care packages, or through implementation of an employee participation program. AT&T is a major supporter of this program, providing a complimentary toll free number for individuals to call for further information (1-866-USO-GIVE) and donating thousands of prepaid international phone cards to be included in the packages for the troops. “Our men and women in uniform give so much to the country, we wanted to give something in return as a token of our appreciation that would allow their separation from their loved ones to be a little easier,” according to Paul McQuillan, Defense Sales Vice President, AT&T Government Solutions.

“These Care Packages help the USO bring a touch of home to our men and women in uniform,” said Edward A. Powell, President and CEO of USO World Headquarters. The care packages contain an assortment of items the military have specifically requested, such as prepaid international calling cards, disposable cameras, toiletries, and sunscreen. They also include greetings from the American public, transcribed onto official “Operation USO Care Package” post cards by volunteers and USO staff members.

“Operation USO Care Package will continue for as long as our country is at war,” according to Elaine Rogers, USO-Metro President. “This program is possible because of the support from individuals, corporations and organizations that donate funds to sponsor these care packages.”

Individuals and corporations can learn more about how to get involved and support “Operation USO Care Package” through donations of product or funds, by calling 866-USO-GIVE.

HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT OPERATION USO CARE PACKAGE?

• Individuals may donate $25, which goes toward sponsorship of an “Operation USO Care Package.” Personal greetings may be forwarded to our post office box with the contribution. USO will transcribe the message onto an official “Operation USO Care Package” postcard, available for preview here.
• Corporations may make a tax-deductible financial donation to support “Operation USO Care Package.” A $25 donation goes toward sponsorship of one care package. Each care package will recognize corporate sponsors.
• Corporations may donate items listed on the “Service Members’ Wish List” to USO-Metro, many of which may be branded with your corporate logo. These items must be sent in bulk from the manufacturer. Please call (703) 696-2628 for advance coordination of deliveries.
• Corporations may delegate an employee to serve as its “Operation USO Care Package” liaison. The liaison will communicate your corporate involvement and enlist employees to participate. Employee participants could sponsor an individual care package, which would include their personal message. Corporations interested in participating in this option or willing to match their employees’ support should call (703) 696-2628 for further information.

Please send all checks and personal greetings for “Operation USO Care Package” to:
USO-Operation USO Care Package
C/O Pentagon Federal Credit Union
P.O. Box 19221
Alexandria, VA 22320-9998

Due to the threat of anthrax following September 11, DoD suspended its practice of forwarding personal care packages and correspondence by the American public to “Any Service Member.” In its place, USO created a care package program. Through sponsorship of an “Operation USO Care Package,” an individual’s personal greeting will be transcribed onto an official postcard and included in the care package going to a service member.

MAKE YOUR DONATION NOW!

SERVICE MEMBERS' WISH LIST
Travel Size Personal Items*	Miscellaneous Items*
Disposable Razors	Playing Cards and Board Games
Toothbrushes	Compact Discs
Toothpaste	Current Movies on DVD
Tissues	Crossword Puzzle Books
Shampoo/Conditioner	Disposable Cameras
Shower Gel	Pre-paid Global Calling Cards
Sunscreen	Stationery and Journals
Baby Wipes	Sunglasses
Hand Lotion	Small Footballs, Softballs
Lip Balm	CD/DVD Cases with Zipper
Cotton Swabs	Individually Wrapped Snack Items
Sewing Kits	Shoe Polish Kits
*Many of these items may be imprinted with your corporate logo and /or the USO logo.

[cateizgr8]

ping :)

[Diva Betsy Ross]

This is a great idea. I was thinking of sending music cds, but then I thought they may not have anything to play them on. I have a bunch of books.. They are mostly conservative in nature. Do you think that is accpetable? :} Thanks for the post. I am going to mail some books and magazines out tommorow.