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Posted on 03/23/2002 12:35:06 AM PST by Snow Bunny
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Middle Bay Light
In 1885 the U.S. Lighthouse Service built a lighthouse at the main bend in the channel, midway in Mobile Bay. The lighthouse was designed and built hexagonal in shape, with seven steel pilings screwed into the bottom of the bay and braced with steel rods. Evidently it was a perfect design because it still stands after more than 100 years, and a number of hurricanes. Middle Bay Light is known and loved by many sailors and stands as a tribute to man's ability.
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- A Coast Guard helicopter crew from Air Station Savannah, Ga., conducted a medical evacuation of a Navy crewmember early this morning from the USS Gettysburg CG 64, a Navy guided missile cruiser home ported in Mayport, FL.The Coast Guard Air Station in Savannah responded after receiving information from Coast Guard 7th District headquarters that a Navy crewmember was in need of hospital care. The air station was asked to expedite their launch due to the nature of the medical emergency. An HH-65A Dolphin launched, and the helicopter crew started their transit to rendezvous with the USS Gettysburg, 40 miles off the Mayport coast. The helicopter landed safely on the back of the Gettysburg near 5 AM. The Navy crewmember was transferred to the helicopter on a rescue litter, in stable condition. The helicopter immediately flew to Naval Air Station Jacksonville where the patient was transferred to an awaiting ambulance.
Teamwork between the Navy and Coast Guard has always been extensive during law enforcement missions and training operations. The Coast Guard is committed to responding to emergencies on the water, serving the public and other military services.
A note to our non Coast Guard friends, Mattel really does make a Coast Guard version of the GI Joe doll.
Due to popular demand, Mattel is issuing the following alternate Coast Guard GI Joes:
The Airdale version: Comes with tube of styling gel, a tube of Ultrabright and Ray Ban sunglasses.
The "TAD" Airedale version: comes with 3 pregnant Malibu Barbies.
The AIRDET cutter deployed version: comes with seasick bag and sun tan oil. A Chief Petty Officer Coast Guard version is being issued. Unfortunately, the box is empty and nobody can find the figure anywhere.
The "Retired Coastie" version has a pull string. Pull it and it talks...on and on and on and on and on and on....
The "Boatswains" version is complete with six attached knives (sheathes decorated with 8 feet of braided fancywork) and well-stained coffee mug.
The "Engineer" version is complete with brass halyard clip and 362 keys. Makes excellent collector set when purchased with the Retired version, as the Engineer version can't hear a damn thing.
The Ensign version: has spring-loaded bobbing head (constant "yes" motion). Doesn't come out of box, to avoid soiling uniform.
TC (Telecommunications) version: Nobody has seen it yet, as they don't have clearance to access the security box.
HQ (Headquarters) version: Production cancelled due to lack of interest. However, the Commendation Medal accessories are being given away for free.
"M" (Marine Safety) version: accessories include 127 manuals and CFR (Code of Federal Regulations) reference books. Only good for daylight play, as it goes home every night.
Gunner version: Failed in product testing. Seems the action figure refused to let any of the kids play with it's accessories.
Have a great day.
Thank you again. (((((( hug ))))
It is such fun learning about all the branchs of those serving our country. There are so many people protecting us and making sure we are safe and helping .
Have a great day my friend.
I have always felt the Coast Guard was a big part of our military. They do so much and a lot of people do not even know all the many things they do here at the homeland and in other countries.
Great post my friend.
Have a wonderful day my friend.
And a BIG THANK YOU TO TONK, DELTA 21, AND A NAVY VET!
You guys do us proud!
Every special person who touches our life,
Leaves their own unique mark on our heart.
A mark which can never be chiseled away,
Even if the years eventually pull us apart.
We can take on their expressions and such,
The more we share of ourselves together.
It's those little things about another person,
Which can remain a part in us forever.
People who we have met throughout our life,
Become a part of the person who we are today.
We learn and we grow from the relationships;
Each one touching us, in it's own special way.
We laugh about spending too much time together,
When we think we have become like each other.
But it just shows how much we've been touched,
By the relationship we have found with another.
Those special people who can touch our lives,
Are like precious jewels amongst life's treasures.
They shine on us and leave a lasting impression;
An unique mark on our heart;
A gift without measures.
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War has come to our shores. It was committed on American soil. We have been able to live in Freedom only because of those who have fought in the past wars giving life, limb and all the sacrifices for us to live in Freedom and go about our day without fear. 
This is the Freeper version of the USO Canteen. Where soldiers could come and feel a small part of being at home. It is a place where you that have family in the military can post a thought to a loved one that might be able to read it far away from home. A place where we that support our military can help support them, post to them, fun graphics showing the price in America and our troops. Poems, quotes, cartoons, or articles of how America is behind our troops.
