The FReeper Foxhole Honors our Veterans - November 11th, 2004

Department of Veterans Affairs

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Many people confuse Memorial Day and Veterans Day. Memorial Day is a day for remembering and honoring military personnel who died in the service of their country, particularly those who died in battle or as a result of wounds sustained in battle.

While those who died are also remembered on Veterans Day, Veterans Day is the day set aside to thank and honor ALL those who served honorably in the military - in wartime or peacetime.

In fact, Veterans Day is largely intended to thank LIVING veterans for their service, to acknowledge that their contributions to our national security are appreciated, and to underscore the fact that all those who served - not only those who died - have sacrificed and done their duty.

While Veterans Day is typically a tribute to America's living veterans, it is always appropriate to include a moment of respect for those who gave their lives for their country.

The signing of the World War I Armistice took place in a railway coach near the battle zone in France. The bugles sounded "cease firing" and the hostilities ended, marking a most significant moment in world history.

Although 11 a.m. remains a traditional hour for this type of tribute, a moment of silence is appropriate at any time and may be followed by an instrumental or vocal rendition of "Taps."

Taps with 30 second drum roll
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Fading light dims the sight,
And a star gems the sky, gleaming bright.
From afar drawing nigh -- Falls the night.

Day is done, gone the sun,
From the lake, from the hills, from the sky.
All is well, safely rest, God is nigh.

Then good night, peaceful night,
Till the light of the dawn shineth bright,
God is near, do not fear -- Friend, good night.



Taps - The bugle call was written during the Peninsula Campaign of the Civil War
by General Daniel Butterfield, with an assist from his bugler, Oliver W. Norton, in 1862.

Like other things of great value, the security this country enjoys did not come cheaply. Part of the cost has already been paid by Americans who answered the call to military duty when their country needed them. They served in 11 wars from the Revolution to the Persian Gulf, earning the special distinction "veteran."

But another part of freedom's cost must continue to be paid long after the guns have been silenced. This debt is owed America's veterans.



”In each of America's struggles, heroes in uniform emerged to inspire and spur us on to victory. Our veterans'steadfast resolve to stand and fight for the American way of life is a constant reminder that the righteousness of our destiny overarches the anguish of our losses.

America's servicemen and women, who became our Nation's veterans when they set their uniforms aside and resumed their civilian lives, distinguished themselves through their willingness to risk life and limb in defense of the freedoms we all cherish.

I am honored and privileged to lead the Cabinet Department that was charged by Abraham Lincoln to redeem our Nation's debt to liberty's defenders.

Those who have served our Nation in uniform are the best people our society has to offer. We owe them our full support, and our sincerest thanks.

America's veterans did not shrink from battle; they did not yield to fear; they did not abandon their cause. All too often they paid the ultimate price.

By their example of courage under fire, they raised up a new nation, inspired by the dignity of the common man -- a nation blessed with heroes and heroes' dreams. That is leadership of the highest quality. That is America's leadership legacy.”

Excerpt from VA Secretary Principi's speech on July 2, 2003 at the National Young Leaders conference in Washington, DC.



We welcome your well wishes to our veterans and please share any pictures or stories you might have of your own service or a friend or family member. If you'd like to post a picture and have no server just send me a freep mail and we can post it for you.



Thank you all and enjoy your Veterans Day!

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[alfa6]

Veterans Day Bump for the Foxhole

Humble Regards

alfa6 ;>}

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America's Living Veterans

WWI
Living Veterans Less than 200
Total That Served 4,734,991

WWII
Living Veterans 4,370,000
Total That Served 16,112,566

Korean War
Living Veterans 3,580,000
Total That Served 5,720,000

Vietnam War
Living Veterans 8,382,000
Total That Served 9,200,000

Desert Shield/Desert Storm
Living Veterans 1,889,000
Total That Served 2,322,332

War on Terrorism*
Living Veterans** 76,288***
Total That Served 865,341***

Total Living Veterans - 25,255,288


*Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom
**Service members who have left the military
***As of 8/16/04

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Here are the recommended holiday mailing dates for military mail this year:

For military mail addressed TO APO and FPO addresses, the mailing dates are:

• Parcel Post - November 13
• Space Available - November 27
• Parcel Airlift - December 4
• Priority Mail, First Class cards and letters - Mailing date is December 11 to all locations
  • EXCEPT for locations starting with ZIP 093. For all locations starting with ZIP 093 the mailing date is December 6.
• Express Mail - December 20 to locations where Express Mail service is available. Check with your local post office to determine which APO/FPO addresses can receive Express Mail. Note: This service is not available to ships.

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For military mail FROM APO and FPO addresses, the mailing dates are:

• Space Available - November 20
• Parcel Airlift - December 4
• Priority Mail, First Class cards and letters - December 11
• Express Mail - December 18 from APO/FPO addresses where Express Mail can be accepted. Check with your local military post office to determine if they can accept Express Mail. Note: This service is not available from ships.

Thanks for the information StayAt HomeMother

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Veterans for Constitution Restoration is a non-profit, non-partisan educational and grassroots activist organization.

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Actively seeking volunteers to provide this valuable service to Veterans and their families.

Thanks to quietolong for providing this link.

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UPDATED THROUGH APRIL 2004



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[SAMWolf]

[SAMWolf]

Good Night Snippy and alfa6

[snippy_about_it]

Good night all.

[alfa6]

Good luck tomorrow, and Friday and Saturday..........

regards

alfa6 ;>}

[BobP]

Planning a relaxed Veterans Day at home, but thinking about our guys in Iraq, and the fighting going on there this week.

Best regards,
BobP

[Diver Dave]

Thank You Vets!!!
Salute!

[Iris7]

Those your children, Dave?

I personally had many reasons I went to VN, curiousity probably the biggest. That is how I saw it when I was very young.

Since then I have come to understand why I went. I went for the same reason our people have gone to Iraq.

Unlike the evil witch of the west, Hillary, I understand why I went, and why the young lads go. Really, they go for my children, and for yours.

Hillary be damned. Pray for Justice in this world as justice is in the next.

[Iris7]

Source of Iraq military news below. Guy is good. He is very, very careful not to help the enemy. The reverse, really. Good analysis.

http://belmontclub.blogspot.com/

[Iris7]

Got the link from Power Line, a cool place.

http://powerlineblog.com/

[Aeronaut]

Good morning Snippy.

[E.G.C.]

Happy Veterans Day from EGC of Oklahoma!!!!!!

[tomkow6]

What it means to me to be a Veteran and an American.

 

"The first thing you need to know is that a soldier does not go to war because he likes to fight. He goes to make sure peace and freedom remain.

People have always desired peace and freedom. Some desire control and power. A soldier is a representative of those who desire peace and freedom. A soldier's job is to insure that peace and freedom prevail.

Being a Veteran means to me that I have honored those who were with me, those who have gone before me, and those who will follow me.

Freedom is never easy or free, there are many who would like freedom to end. A soldier's job to make sure this doesn't happen. The desire for freedom is so strong in most people that they would struggle, suffer and die fighting for it.

This is what makes a Veteran special. He has accepted the responsibility and the struggle to secure the freedom for all.

The next time you see the flag of the United States of America, think of the men and women who have struggled, suffered and died to make sure it continues to fly. A symbol of freedom for all people everywhere. God Bless you all and God Bless America!"

Author Unknown

Two little words that mean a lot, "THANK YOU".

 

"It is the soldier, not the reporter,

Who has given us freedom of the press.

It is the soldier, not the poet,

Who has given us freedom of speech.

It is the soldier, not the campus organizer,

Who has given us the freedom to demonstrate.

It is the soldier,

Who salutes the flag,

Who serves beneath the flag,

And whose coffin is draped by the flag,

Who allows the protestor to burn the flag."

 

Father Denis Edward O'Brien

USMC

 

 

 

THANK YOU!

[The Mayor]

November 11, 2004

The Agony Of The Cross

Read: Isaiah 53

[Jesus] humbled Himself and became obedient to the point of death, even the death of the cross. —Philippians 2:8

Bible In One Year: Jeremiah 50; Hebrews 8

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As Christians, we understand the spiritual significance of Christ's sacrifice at Calvary, but it's easy to forget about the tremendous agony He endured there. The worst aspect was separation from the Father, but the physical suffering was also horrible beyond comprehension.

In his book Dare To Believe, Dan Baumann shares some thoughts that can deepen our gratitude for what the Savior did for us. He wrote, "We have perhaps unwisely and sometimes unconsciously glamorized the cross. Jewelry and steeples alike are often ornamental and attractive but carry nothing of the real story of crucifixion. It was the most painful method of public death in the first century. The victim was placed on a wooden cross. Nails . . . were driven into the hands and feet of the victim, and then the cross was lifted and jarred into the ground, tearing the flesh of the crucified and racking his body with excruciating pain. Historians remind us that even the soldiers could not get used to the horrible sight, and often took strong drink to numb their senses."

With a fresh awareness of our Savior's physical agony, let's thank Him anew for His sacrifice at Calvary. He loved us so much that He was willing to die for us—even the painful death of the cross. —Richard De Haan

Was it for crimes that I have done
He groaned upon the tree?
Amazing pity! Grace unknown!
And love beyond degree! —Watts

We can never sacrifice enough for the One who sacrificed His all for us.

[RaceBannon]

USMC 1977-1981
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