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NEW YORK, Feb. 17, 2006 – Defense Secretary Donald H. Rumsfeld and his wife, Joyce, met here today with representatives of nonprofit organizations that support U.S. servicemembers. Jim Wareing of Methuen, Mass., from the "New England Caring for Our Military" troop support organization, presents Defense Secretary Donald H. Rumsfeld with a sample Massachusetts auto license plate as Mr. Rumsfeld's wife, Joyce, looks on Feb. 17 in New York City. The defense secretary was in town to give a speech at the Council on Foreign Relations. A group of "America Supports You" grassroots supporters, including Wareing, later attended a summit...

Afghan leader confronts Pakistan over terror support By Ahmed Rashid in Islamabad (Filed: 18/02/2006) President Hamid Karzai of Afghanistan has handed over extensive intelligence dossiers to Pakistan's President Pervez Musharraf detailing how suicide bombers who attack targets in Afghanistan are being recruited, trained and equipped in Pakistan. Although Mr Karzai stopped short of accusing Pakistan's military regime of perpetrating the attacks, he said the US and Britain would be "stepping up pressure on Islamabad" to take action to stop the attacks, as British troops soon deploy in southern Afghanistan. Hamid Karzai meets Pakistan's Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz Mr Karzai was...

SAN DIEGO (NNS) -- Nearly 6,000 Sailors and Marines and six ships of Expeditionary Strike Group (ESG) 3 departed San Diego Feb. 15 for a six-month deployment in support of the global war on terrorism. The strike group completed their last training work-up, Joint Task Force Exercise (JTFEX), Jan. 26 and its two other required exercises, ESG Integration Exercise (ESGINT) and Composite Training Unit Exercise (COMPTUEX), late last year. Collectively, these exercises prepared the group for the difficult challenges that a deployment presents. “The magnificent Sailors and Marines of ESG 3 will do their duty as a vital part of...

WASHINGTON (Army News Service, Feb. 15, 2006) -- More than 600 Soldiers so far have benefited from TSGLI, the new traumatic injury protection through the Servicemembers’ Group Life Insurance. Payments have ranged from $25,000 to $100,000 depending on the injury for Soldiers who served in Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan. TSGLI provides monetary assistance to Soldiers and their families who have suffered an injury resulting in a traumatic loss (i.e. loss of limbs, sight, hearing, traumatic brain injury, etc.) This assistance enables family members to be with them during their recovery time from such an injury....

(IsraelNN.com) In a Tuesday evening address to a forum of the Presidents Conference of Major American Jewish Organizations in Jerusalem, Acting Prime Minister Ehud Olmert spoke of his support for a Gaza withdrawal from its earliest stages, adding he was also aware of the level of difficulty involved, but still supported the move. “Their opposition prevented us from assisting them,” added Mr. Olmert.

These two ball teams really support Scouting March 4 Scout Day at Tucson Electric Park (TEP)Sidewinder Home and Spring traiining location for the Diamond Backs it's Diamondbacks vs. White Sox May 5-6 at TEP The Scout Show/Youth Expo and we get the stadium. This will be the Pinewood Derby Compitition to find the Council winners and for the Scouts to Show off their skills and crafts. June 23 Scout Day and Sleepover in the TEP Ball stadium. Game, Scouts Parade on the field after the game, fireworks, midnight pizza madness, the movie "Follow Me Boys," Sidewinder/Scout patch, and sleepover on...

        Did you know...?There's about four million valid concealed carry handgun permits in the United States. There are three thousand and fifty four counties in the United States. There are about 1310 law abiding people carrying handguns in every county in the United States on average. LEARN MORE ABOUT THE NRA Junior NRA MembershipsWith the NRA Junior Membership, you'll receive a membership card embossed with your name, an NRA patch and a coupon book, which has savings on such things as air guns, safety glasses and other related products, in addition to the Insights magazine.Firearm insurance, accident...

MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. (Feb. 6, 2006) -- “To anyone who has lost a loved one or has experienced the wounds of war I extend my deepest sympathy. Casualties of war are not only those lost, but also those left behind. For the departed, the family feels the loss most. For the wounded, it is both the Marine and those who love them who experience the void of a past life free from disabilities. But, in each case the sacrifice of the Marine was freely given, an outward sign of his or her faithful sense of duty to...

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Well, it is that time again. Time to begin putting together this year's rally. I am very excited to have this privilege once again. Last year my sister in-law Lea-Ann was a huge help in getting ready for the rally, however, this year she is living in Georgia with my brother (her husband) as he recently returned from a year in Iraq. This means that we need to add as many people as possible to our committee to help me with all the things that she did last year. If you are interested in helping, or if you know anyone...

Dutch support Afghanistan troop deployment Agencies Friday February 3, 2006 The Dutch parliament last night overwhelmingly supported the deployment of more than 1,000 soldiers under British command in southern Afghanistan, overcoming opposition from MPs concerned about the activities of insurgents and poppy farmers in the region. The prime minister, Jan Peter Balkenende, emerged at the end of a late night debate to say it was clear the deployment had support and added that he would relay the news to the cabinet. "The mission can go ahead," he told reporters. Britain is due to take up the command in spring and...

Just an FYI to anyone who'd like to give a little something back to our troops.There will be a luncheon gathering at Democracy Plaza on the IUPUI campus on Tuesday, January 31st from noon to 1:00 p.m. The keynote speaker for this event will be Secretary of State Todd Rokita.Donate your old cell phones (or a monetary donation)! Cells 4 Soldiers goal is to help our soldiers serving overseas call home. They hope to provide as many soldiers as possible with prepaid calling cards for now, with an ultimate goal of providing banks of satellite phones, video phones and VOIP...

WASHINGTON, Jan. 27, 2006 – Defense leaders took time today to thank civilian leaders who have demonstrated solid support for men and women in uniform. The civilian leaders, at the Pentagon for an alumni meeting of the Joint Civilian Orientation Conference, represent a "who's who" of civilian business owners, chief executive officers, educators, local politicians and civic leaders. All have participated in the JCOC program and many serve as advocates for military members in their communities and businesses. Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld lauded the group members' efforts and those of others supporting military members in myriad ways. He cited the...

MACDILL AIR FORCE BASE, Fla., Jan. 26, 2006 – The international military relationships forged by the 63 nations banded together at U.S. Central Command extend beyond the terror-war battlefield, a coalition official said here today. The countries, or the "alliance" as it is known, are clustered in a small village-like community at the command's headquarters here in Tampa. While fighting terrorism brought the nations together, the alliance's purpose has grown beyond that, officials said. "This coalition proved itself - we are not only together to fight, but we're also here to serve humanity," Pakistani Army Brig. Gen. Ikram Ul Haq...

WASHINGTON, Pennsylvania - Just to make sure there's no confusion about which team they are supporting in the Super Bowl XL, the mayor and council voted unanimously to change this city's name. Welcome to Steeler, Pennsylvania. The name change for the city of about 15,000 people south of Pittsburgh will last through Feb. 5, the day of the football game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Seattle Seahawks in Detroit. "I know the folks in the state of Washington are rooting for the Seahawks, so we wanted to make sure everyone knows the city of Washington is fully in support...

  Canteen Mission Statement: Showing support and boosting the morale of our military and our allies military and the family members of the above. Honoring those who have served before. Tour guide trussell Here we are again. This leg of the Mesa Verde tour will focus on the Cliff Palace - Balcony House Loop. This is a 6 mile loop road We will start with Cliff Palace. This is the largest ruin in Mesa Verde, and also the largest ever discovered and excavated ruin in Northern America. The parking area is about 1/4 mile walk from the top of the...

NORFOLK, Va. (NNS) -- The Navy is surging three ships Jan. 24 and 25 to conduct maritime security operations in support of the global war on terrorism. The amphibious dock landing ship USS Oak Hill (LSD 51), the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Roosevelt (DDG 80) and the guided-missile cruiser USS Vicksburg (CG 69) will deploy with their more than 1,100 Sailors for approximately three months. These ships will work with allies to detect, disrupt, and deny international terrorist organizations the use of the maritime environment. They will also work closely with allies to build regional security and long-term stability....

U.S. Pre-election Support to Fatah Raises Red Flags 20:35 Jan 23, '06 / 23 Tevet 5766 By Hana Levi Julian The United States is quietly helping Fatah in the Palestinian Authority prior to Wednesday’s legislative elections, providing financial support to boost the ruling party’s image. According to a report in Sunday's Washington Post, the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has indirectly funded Fatah to the tune of $2-million for a number of popular projects. The plan to counter the rising popularity of terrorist organization Hamas, a first-time contender in the elections, may have backfired, however, despite no official USAID...

We Support Our Troops!  For the freedom you enjoyed yesterday... Thank the Veterans who served in The United States Armed Forces.Part 1 Today we'll look at some gadgets that changed the way we lived  in the 1950's, 60's and 70's.  Next week, we'll look at the 80's  and 90's.  I'm sure you can think of MANY more gadgets in these eras.  Please share them with us!*All single starred items below indicate that I had one of these. (If prior to 1973, my parents had one and I got to use it. I started young, folks!)  **All double-starred items indicate...

WASHINGTON, Jan. 22, 2006 – When not appearing on the CBS show "CSI: New York" as Detective Mac Taylor, actor Gary Sinise devotes much of his time to raising support for U.S. troops. Sinise, who is planning his third trip to Iraq with the United Service Organizations, appeared on ABC's "This Week" today to talk about his new venture to help the children who have felt the effects of the war in Iraq. On his last trip to Iraq, Sinise accompanied a U.S. military unit that remodeled an Iraqi school. He watched the troops transform what had been a cinder-block,...