A Few of FR's Finest

Free Republic | Veteran's Day - November 11, 2001 | By Billie

[dennisw]

May G_d bless all freeper vets and the non freeper vets too.

[sneakypete]

Thanks,Billie. It was 31 years ago today that I was discharged from the US Army. I have no idea where all the time went.

[RightOnline]

Thanks.........but let me tell ya, ALL I did was make a suggestion. Billie and Snow Bunny took it from there; I'm awestruck by the result.

Billie, Snow Bunny...........y'all have done yeoman's work putting this together, and Billie, I KNOW how frustrating and difficult this must have been, but God bless ya for it.

In fact, I'll tell you something else. I've had a tradition going for the last couple of years here on FR wherein I have had veterans "check in", if you will. I won't do it this year, for you've more than covered that duty. I'll put the links here, though, out of respect for all those who responded:

Salute to FReeper Veterans; Check in!, 11/11/1999

Salute to FReeper Veterans; Check in!, 11/13/2000

THIS will be 2001's "Check in!" thread, if that's ok with you, and I'll ask y'all to help make FReeper Veterans aware of that. Again, God bless.

[Aquamarine]

A big THANK YOU to all of you great people who served our country in the Armed Services!

I would also like to pay tribute to my Father who served in the Navy, and was also a great person.

[AuntB]

This is wonderful. Thank you for this thread. We enjoyed our local Veteran's Day Parade and said thanks to some vets.

You two Tonkin Gulf heroes are the best!!

[F16Fighter]

My heartfelt gratitude to true America Heros, whether it's during war OR peace.

[XNavyNuc]

I normally don't offer my own experiences but this thread is worth it: USN 1964-1973 (active), Submarine qualified Reactor Operator. Served during (and in Vietnam waters) the entire conflict. USS Plunger SSN 595, Fast Attack (Steely eyed killer of the deep) Been there, done that. Love ya all, shipmates and grunts. Dick Wyckoff

[NYer]

Thank you, Billie for initiating this tribute to our servicemen and women. It's good to know that we are in such great company, with so much military talent, here on this board.

Thank you to ALL who have served our country. We owe our freedom to you!

[deadhead]

This is a lovely tribute.
My sincere Thank You to all Veteran's

[logos]

I have no idea where all the time went.

Ain't that the truth, bro. I'm in my second career since I "retired". In fact, it won't be very long and I'll have been "retired" longer than I served. Looks like you got there some time ago...

Thanks for serving, s.p.

[Billie]

But it was the "suggestion" that started the ball rolling. The nice thing about this place is that there are so many people with such wonderful ideas.

[xsmommy]

what an absolutely wonderful thread, billie. thank you so much for all of your hard work, you help make FR a true community and help put faces to so many of the people here. kudos to you!

[CheneyChick]

Heh heh heh! VP Cheney is cool!

[Jean S]

Thank you so much for this tribute. I didn't realize how many Freepers are vets. I'm very proud of them and send my heartfelt thanks to all of them.

[eddie willers]

What a great post, Billie.
Thanks!

[JohnD9207]

Thanks Billie for the work you have done here! I sent a photo, however I warned you that I wasn't a computer wiz! This has been the best Veterans day I have ever had since retiring, and all the credit goes to you. I can't thank you enough. What a special person you are.

God Bless.

John Danforth

SGT USA (Ret)

[tet68]

Hi Billie and Snow bunny,thanks for the thanks.

I know that took lots of work and I for one sure do appreciate it.

There is one thing that all Freepers can do,thank your police and firemen when ever you see them.
They are on the line for you 24/7 and it really makes them feel great to hear someone say,
"Thank you for your service."

God Bless America!
and
Semper Fi !

Oh and yes,you gals DO look marvelous!!!
Besides there is just something about a woman in uniform......

[RaceBannon]

Thank you Billie! After what the Commies in Amherst did today, This is a blessing.

[Snow Bunny]

Thank you sooooooooo much. You make a difference here too and at the Canteen threads and at FR. Thank you for being you my friend.

[Snow Bunny]

Love your post Howlin thanks so much.