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FREEPER CANTEEN~TOUR WITH LADY T~COHOSTED BY MS.B~Freeper Canteen Celebrates USO 1942~FEB 23, 2006
MS.B AND LADY T
Posted on 02/22/2006 5:58:59 PM PST by trussell
USO 1942 Our hope is that we can enjoy some fun, friendship, and dancing. If you have suggestions for music, please let us know.
Canteen Mission Statement: Showing support and boosting the morale of our military and our allies military and the family members of the above. Honoring those who have served before.
Ms. B and Lady T will be your hosts for today's thread. Canteen Deejays
~Acad 1228~AZAmericonnie~beachn4fun~ ~bentfeather~Colonel Flagg~Diva Betsy Ross~ ~Drumbo~El Gran Salseron~EsmeraldaA~ ~God Bless USA~Gold Star Brother~Gucho~ ~HiJinx~hotstreak~Kathy In Alaska~ ~laurenmarlowe~MoJo2001~mylife~ ~StarCMC~tomkow6~trussell~ ~West Virginia Rebel~
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History of the USO Click the link to visit In 1940, Americas military was rapidly growing in response to the increasing threat which preceded entry into World War II. President Franklin Delano Roosevelt challenged six private organizationsthe YMCA, YWCA, National Catholic Community Service, the National Jewish Welfare Board, the Travelers Aid Association and the Salvation Armyto handle the on-leave recreation needs for the members of the Armed Forces. The six organizations pooled their resources and the United Service Organizationswhich quickly became known as the USOwas incorporated in New York State on February 4, 1941. By 1944, USOs were found in over 3,000 locations throughout the United States primarily staffed by the USOs most precious resource, volunteers. President Roosevelt became the first USO Honorary Chairman, a position accepted by every President who followed. Early in 1941 , entertainment industry professionals helped the USO begin "Camp Shows" with the entertainers waiving pay and working conditions to bring live entertainment to the troops at bases within the United States. With Americas entry into World War II, "USO Camp Shows" expanded to bring live entertainment to Americans fighting overseas. Bob Hope made his first USO tour in 1942 and the USO/Bob Hope partnership has continued for more than five decades. Between 1941 and 1947, over 7,000 "soldiers in greasepaint" performed an incredible 428,521 USO shows. The USO show concept has endured and continues today as "USO Celebrity Entertainment."
Following the Allies liberation of Rome in 1943 , The first overseas "USO Canteen" was established in Rome following the Allies liberation in 1943. The Canteen served American troops in the midst of World War II.
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These selections are from the Swing Era 1941 - 1942
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Radio addresses 1942-1943
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To: trussell; MoJo2001; GoldStarBrother; AZamericonnie; Drumbo
Thanks Canteen DJs!
We couldnt have done it without you!
If I've forgotten someone, please forgive me..
*HUGS*
Ms.B
481
posted on
02/22/2006 9:49:30 PM PST
by
MS.BEHAVIN
(Women who behave rarely make history)
To: EsmeraldaA
Sorry I missed sending prayers with you, Es, but they are following you.
482
posted on
02/22/2006 9:49:39 PM PST
by
Kathy in Alaska
(~ www.ProudPatriots.org ~ Operation Easter and Passover ~)
To: Kathy in Alaska
Yes I am Ma..
PT starts tomorrow though..
argh..
Ms.B
483
posted on
02/22/2006 9:50:42 PM PST
by
MS.BEHAVIN
(Women who behave rarely make history)
To: MEG33
Thanks for the valentine good lookin:)I know I'm late so is Kathy.
484
posted on
02/22/2006 9:51:05 PM PST
by
fatima
(Just say it if it is for love-have no regrets.)
To: MS.BEHAVIN
Beautiful.
I should be so noble... but I ain't.
My sister got a really nice cape. They were passe when I went to school.
485
posted on
02/22/2006 9:51:08 PM PST
by
TASMANIANRED
(The Internet is the samizdat of liberty..".Liberty is the right and hope of all humanity"GW Bush)
To: Kathy in Alaska
Thanks Kathy! You know what kind it was....STSF! LOL!
486
posted on
02/22/2006 9:51:13 PM PST
by
luvie
(In... military families, I have seen the character of a great nation: decent, idealistic, strong.GWB)
To: fatima
Thanks fatima, I will do that!
*HUG*
Ms.B
487
posted on
02/22/2006 9:51:36 PM PST
by
MS.BEHAVIN
(Women who behave rarely make history)
To: MS.BEHAVIN
You needed something to snuggle in and feel loved.
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posted on
02/22/2006 9:51:37 PM PST
by
TASMANIANRED
(The Internet is the samizdat of liberty..".Liberty is the right and hope of all humanity"GW Bush)
To: Kathy in Alaska
Kathy, you have the patience of Jobe.
I'd have shot the computer by now or at least given it a lethal injection.
489
posted on
02/22/2006 9:52:52 PM PST
by
TASMANIANRED
(The Internet is the samizdat of liberty..".Liberty is the right and hope of all humanity"GW Bush)
To: TASMANIANRED
I think you are very noble indeed!
*HUG*
Ms.B
490
posted on
02/22/2006 9:53:41 PM PST
by
MS.BEHAVIN
(Women who behave rarely make history)
To: TASMANIANRED
491
posted on
02/22/2006 9:54:13 PM PST
by
MEG33
(GOD BLESS OUR ARMED FORCES)
To: Kathy in Alaska
Who loves you baby-the whole canteen,Hot soup.
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posted on
02/22/2006 9:54:55 PM PST
by
fatima
(Just say it if it is for love-have no regrets.)
To: fatima
Hot soup sounds good. ((HUGS)) How was your dinner out?
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posted on
02/22/2006 9:56:05 PM PST
by
Kathy in Alaska
(~ www.ProudPatriots.org ~ Operation Easter and Passover ~)
To: TASMANIANRED; Kathy in Alaska; LUV W; trussell; mylife; Jet Jaguar; Old Sarge; StarCMC; All
Awww thanks Sis!
Good night Ma!
Good night Canteeners and Troops!
God Bless and keep you always..
Godspeed you back home to us..
Me eyes are all googly..
Goodnight!
Ms.B
494
posted on
02/22/2006 9:56:48 PM PST
by
MS.BEHAVIN
(Women who behave rarely make history)
To: MEG33
495
posted on
02/22/2006 9:57:50 PM PST
by
fatima
(Just say it if it is for love-have no regrets.)
To: MS.BEHAVIN
Mine too, dear sis! Hope your back is better tomorrow. Will you be off work long. How does this affect your going on our trip! :o(
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posted on
02/22/2006 9:59:22 PM PST
by
luvie
(In... military families, I have seen the character of a great nation: decent, idealistic, strong.GWB)
To: MS.BEHAVIN
Sweet dreams MS.B
You did awesome, and I am enjoying cohosting with you!
Hugs
497
posted on
02/22/2006 9:59:28 PM PST
by
trussell
(Work for God...the retirement benefits are great!)
To: LUV W
It shouldn't affect the trip..
At least, I HOPE not..
*HUG*
Ms.B
498
posted on
02/22/2006 10:00:31 PM PST
by
MS.BEHAVIN
(Women who behave rarely make history)
To: MS.BEHAVIN
Couple of hours a week maybe.
The rest of the time I'm just a little devil...LOL.
You'll be ruining my reputation as a Tasmanian.
499
posted on
02/22/2006 10:01:09 PM PST
by
TASMANIANRED
(The Internet is the samizdat of liberty..".Liberty is the right and hope of all humanity"GW Bush)
To: MEG33
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posted on
02/22/2006 10:01:24 PM PST
by
TASMANIANRED
(The Internet is the samizdat of liberty..".Liberty is the right and hope of all humanity"GW Bush)
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