A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day....11-14-06....Hollywood's Finest Days

[GodBlessUSA]

A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day

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I spent a day over the weekend watching classic movies, staring actors like Bob Hope and Jimmy Stewart. What a great way to spend a rainy Sunday. I thought what a drastic comparison this is to the way things are today. I can't be bothered or care what Hollywood has to say today. The old movies show love of America with patriotic Hollywood Heroes. Now, all we see from Hollywood is anti-american propaganda.

There was a day when we could be proud of many Hollywood producers and actors—when Hollywood’s actors and producers actually had something worthy to say. They were patriotic and performed selfless acts. They served our country in the military, entertained our troops, and supported our troops. They even left successful careers to serve in the military to defend America. These heroes, I admire. Tinsel town has since lost it's shine. Here are a few of my favorites. Who are your favorites?

(Mega-Movie Star when war broke out) Although he was beyond the draft age at the time the U.S. entered WW II, Clark Gable enlisted as a private in the AAF on Aug. 12, 1942 at Los Angeles. Capt. Gable returned to the U.S. in Oct. 1943 and was relieved from active duty as a major on Jun. 12, 1944.

James Stewart Entered the Army Air Force as a private and worked his way to the rank of Colonel. Stewart earned the Air Medal, the Distinguished Flying Cross, France's Croix de Guerre, and 7 Battle Stars during World War II. In peace time, Stewart continued to be an active member of the Air Force as a reservist, reaching the rank of Brigadier General before retiring in the late 1950s.

Bob Hope's commitment and dedication to the morale of America's servicemen and women is entertainment history, indeed, world history. His humor and wit was absolutely brilliant. A legend for all time.

An interesting website Hollywood's World War II Heroes

Here are a few scenes from some of my favorite movies. Can you guess who they are and from what movie? :)

A few more photos of some favorite actors/actress'

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[ConorMacNessa]

Ronald Reagan and Pat O'Brien in "Knute Rockne All American"

[GodBlessUSA]

Another with Carey. I love this movie. When my daughter was about 1 and 2 years old. I'd play the theme song and she would start to cry just listening to the song.

Here's the song ;)
An Affair To Remember

[Mrs.Nooseman]

Hi Billie.
I have to agree with you.:)

[Mrs.Nooseman]

LOL.
I better go get my tissues before I click on your music link.

[GodBlessUSA]

There is no other like him. :) Thanks so much Billie!

[ConorMacNessa]

How about a little Gregory Peck?

[GodBlessUSA]

LOL This isn't the version of the song. I couldn't find it. I have it somewhere. Booboo would start crying isn't that a hoot!

[Mrs.Nooseman]

Now how could we have forgotten about him.

Thanks Conor.:)

[GodBlessUSA]

The photo is a bit small to make them out.

[Mrs.Nooseman]

LOL.
I noticed,since I am listening I put the tissues away.LOL.

[GodBlessUSA]

I'm surprised and a bit disappointed. I thought Italy wouldn't be like that. I'd loved to go there. Someday :)

[GodBlessUSA]

I'll find the other version later and you'll have to get the tissues again. LOL

[GodBlessUSA]

[ConorMacNessa]

Gregory Peck and Frank Armstrong in "Twelve O'Clock High"

[stopem]

Well at least you won't be surprised as I was when I got there and saw that everything is in Italian. Take a train and go out of Rome to some beautiful country like Florence, Tuscany, the Coasts.

Some good outlet malls there.

When you get the chance you should go, I wouldn't have missed it because of the beauty, take an all day bus tour they will point out the important things to see but the green line bus tour wasn't very good. Vatican City was spectacular,saw the Pope and his Pope Jeep mobile.

[Mrs.Nooseman]

Great Movie.:)
Okay now that I have seen all the great pictures I want to see those old movies.:)

[Majie Purple]

I like Dois Day films too, Noosie!

[ConorMacNessa]

And, of course:

Gregory Peck in "Moby Dick"

[Billie]

Glad you two agree, GeeBee & Noosie! I'm pretty sure these two guys are also fond of John Wayne (wolfie has him on his profile page, and jwfiv is a cowboy kind of guy, like John Wayne!)

I'm fond of THIS guy, too, just'cause.... maybe it's the swagger. :)

"Some people say that I swagger.
In Texas it's called....WALKIN'."

[stopem]

Oh and also there were a few funny moments, I like Perrier water, well in restaurants they ask you if you want water with or with out gas. With perrier being with gas.

Once you learn the lingo you can get along :)

I asked where restrooms are, no response but ask where toilets are and that they understand.