FReeper Canteen ~ Remembering Our Troops!! ~ Thursday March 19, 2026

March 18, 2026 | For the best troops and veterans in the whole world! | Kathy In Alaska

[beachn4fun]

~ The FReeper Canteen Presents ~

~ Remembering Our Troops!! ~

Bronco on the job!”

Bronco, a puppy from Mutts With a Mission, poses for a photo aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) in Newport News, Virginia, March 28, 2023. George Washington is undergoing refueling and complex overhaul (RCOH) at Newport News Shipyard. RCOH is a multi-year project performed only once during a carrier's 50-year service life that includes refueling the ship's two nuclear reactors, as well as significant repairs, upgrades, and modernization. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communications Specialist Seaman August Clawson)

Canteen Mission Statement

Showing support and boosting the morale of
our military and our allies' military
and family members of the above.
Honoring those who have served before.

I’m Cute!

Command Master Chief (SW/SS/AW) Randy Swanson, from Ottawa, Canada, cradles Fathom, a puppy from Mutts With a Mission named by the crew of the ship, aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73), in Newport News, Virginia, March 28, 2023. George Washington is undergoing refueling and complex overhaul (RCOH) at Newport News Shipyard. RCOH is a multi-year project performed only once during a carrier's 50-year service life that includes refueling the ship's two nuclear reactors, as well as significant repairs, upgrades, and modernization. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communications Specialist Seaman August Clawson)

”I Will Survive”!!

Two F-22 Sailors participate in a karaoke session aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) in Newport News, Virginia, March 28, 2023.

Swimming For A Cause!

EOD Mobile Unit Five hosted the EOD Memorial Challenge honoring fallen EOD warriors to preserve their legacy of service and sacrifice. The PT included a 2 Mile Ruck, followed by an eight hundred meter swim, and concluded with a 5K. Commander, Task Force 75 executes command and control of assigned Navy Expeditionary Combat Forces in the 7th Fleet area of operations. They plan and execute Naval Construction, Expeditionary Logistics, Explosive Ordnance Disposal, Maritime Expeditionary Security, and Exploitation in support of Commander, 7th Fleet for crisis response, humanitarian assistance, and major combat operations. (U.S. Navy Photo by Ivan Skvaril)

That’s So Cool!

Patty Wagstaff, Extra-300S pilot, performs during the 2023 Beaufort Airshow at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina, April 23, 2023. Thousands of spectators traveled to the Beaufort area to watch the air show and experience local food, culture and to see aerial performances by military and civilian aircraft. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Nathan Saucier)

The Blue Angels Always Amazing!

The U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Team, the Blue Angels perform aerobatic maneuvers for spectators at the 2023 Beaufort Airshow at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina, April 23, 2023. The mission of the Blue Angels is to showcase the pride and professionalism of the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps by inspiring a culture of excellence and service to the country through flight demonstrations and community outreach. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Nathan Saucier)

Don’t Fall Out

Patrick McAlee performs aerobatic maneuvers in a Pitts S1-S during the 2023 Beaufort Airshow at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Beaufort, South Carolina, April 23, 2023. MCAS Beaufort hosts the air show to bring the community together and demonstrate U.S. Marine Corps Aviation Combat Element and Marine Air-Ground Task Force capabilities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kyle Baskin)

Please remember that The Canteen is here to support
and entertain our troops and veterans and their families,
and is family friendly.

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TOPICS: Culture/Society; Extended News; Free Republic; Miscellaneous
KEYWORDS: canteen; military; music; news

[beachn4fun]

PING~A~LING
Posting for Kathy.
Come in and check out the Canteen.

Turning it over to Luvie for the evening.

Enjoy!
Good night.

[PROCON]

Thanks for remembering & honoring our Troops this evening, Galz!

[luvie]

I’m on it!

[radu]

Greetings to all at the Canteen!

To all our military men and women, past and present,

THANK YOU
for your service!

[radu]

Howdy, beachy. *HUGZ*

I hope it’s warmed up a little by now. It’s trying to here.

[luvie]

~ Remembering Our Troops!! ~

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Honoring those who have served before.

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To every service man or woman reading this thread.
Thank You for your service to our country.
No matter where you are stationed,
No matter what your job description
Know that we are are proud of each and everyone of you.
To our military readers, we remain steadfast
in keeping the Canteen doors open.

The FR Canteen is Free Republic's longest running daily thread
specifically designed to provide entertainment and moral support for the military.
The doors have been open since Oct 7 2001,
the day of the start of the war in Afghanistan.

We are indebted to you for your sacrifices for our Freedom.

NOTE: CANTEEN MUSIC
Posted daily and on the Music Thread
for the enjoyment of our troops and visitors.

[lightman]

Thank those serving.
Honor those who served.
NEVER forget the fallen.
Never forsake the POW/MIA.

[left that other site]

Hi Everybody!

(((HUGS)))

[deport]

HELP NEEDED

https://freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/4371180/posts

[radu]

Howdy, luvie.
Having a little better day today?

[luvie]

Hey there, radu!

Yes, it was better except for the having no nap part. I am soooo sleepy! It got up to 80 today but was kind of cloudy, so it didn’t feel too warm.

How did your day go? Did the warm-up get there yet? I hope it doesn’t get into the 90s like. it’s going to here. Ugh.

[radu]

Early bedtime for you since you didn’t get a nap. :-)
Me, too, since tomorrow is Republican women’s meeting day.

80 isn’t TOO bad. Better than what’s in store for y’all this weekend.

It was cloudy, windy, raining lightly, and 47 degrees when I headed out at 3:00 to run errands this afternoon. The clouds moved off abut an hour later and it was 54 when I got home at 6.
SUPPOSED to reach 70 tomorrow but we’ll see. Mid 80s this weekend, then back to 70s next week. Not horrid heat like you’re expecting.

[luvie]

Yes, early to bed was such a good idea, I’ve already been asleep and just now woke up. My tooth and everything round it is killin’ me. I’m going to shut down and go to bed. I feel crappy.

Have fun tomorrrow! I hope it is in the 70s for you...that would be great.

[radu]

I kinda figured you’d tapped out when you disappeared for so long. LOL
Sorry your tooth is giving you so much grief. You’re going to be happy when it’s pulled Friday.

Get some sleep if you can. Everything’s done here now and I’m getting ready to hit the pillows too. My alarm clock’s survival depends on it. LOL I wish we had evening meetings.

[E.G.C.]

A very pleasant good Thursday morning and ((HUGS)) to everyone at the Canteen and to all our military at home and abroad. Thanks for your service to our country and thanks Beach and Luvie for filling in for Kathy this morning.

We had this from Sonic for supper yesterday.

Yesterday at Wichita Ridge:

How's everyone doing this morning?

[beachn4fun]

Thanks for taking over night owl ((HUGS))

[beachn4fun]

Good morning du ((HUGS))

Hasn’t warmed up by much. The wind makes it feel colder.
Going to be a bit warmer today (Thursday)...fingers crossed.
Hope things have calmed down for you.

[beachn4fun]

Happy Thursday Pro ((HUGS))

[beachn4fun]

Thanks for stopping by lightman ((HUGS))
Never forget the fallen and POW/MIAs