To all that have served....

John D. · 11-11-2003, 02:33 PM

I salute you - and with our combined thanks at protecting what we, the rest - hold so dear. My thanks, well wishes and prayers on the 50th Anniversary of Veterans Day:

Luke · 11-11-2003, 04:43 PM

AMEN !

May God bless America and all those who have served to keep her free.

Luke

Navy · 11-11-2003, 05:02 PM

Speaking as one who served over 20 years, I can say that I feel like it was a distinct honor and undoubtedly the defining period of my life. Not a day goes by that I do not have memories of comrades and events, now far away, that made a distinct difference in my life then that continues to this day. Many of we who have served are simply grateful for the opportunity to have helped in some small way ensure the preservation of the last great hope for mankind. And to those who no longer answer at roll call, I both salute you and wish you eternal peace.

Tom A.

John Sabato · 11-11-2003, 06:08 PM

Thanks for your words guys... and Tom, as you said, it was my privilege to serve 20 years... and there is no honor that could describe my gratitude for those who made sacrifices for our way of life... in the past, and even today.

I was honored to be present at the award of a Army Commendation Medal for valor in combat at church on Sunday to a returned Army Specialist 4th class who so humbled by the event that he couldn't speak... Neither could I. I don't know why it is that when my eyes are wet, my mouth doesn't work very well...

ViggoG · 11-11-2003, 08:42 PM

Thanks John D, John S, & Tom,
I am grateful, each time that I am reminded at times like this, that there still are those who have not forgotten, "Those of us that have Served, Suffered, and Fell in The Service of Our Nation !
I just received the following from our good friend "Schwob", "Who's Son has just returned from the Mid East". In good health, "Praise The Lord" !
<><><>
It is the VETERAN, not the preacher,
who has given us freedom of religion.

It is the VETERAN, not the reporter,
who has given us freedom of the press.

It is the VETERAN, not the poet,
who has given us freedom of speech.

It is the VETERAN, not the campus organizer,
who has given us freedom to assemble.

It is the VETERAN, not the lawyer,
who has given us the right to a fair trial.

It is the VETERAN, not the politician,
Who has given us the right to vote.

It is the VETERAN,
who salutes the Flag,

who serves under the Flag,

ETERNAL REST GRANT THEM O LORD,
AND LET PERPETUAL LIGHT
SHINE UPON THEM.

I don't know if you saw this in the news but it really impressed me. Funny,
our US Senate/House took 2 days off as they couldn't work because of the dangers from Hurricane Isabelle approaching Washington DC.

On the ABC evening news, it was reported tonight that, the military members assigned the duty of guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier were given permission to suspend the assignment because of the approaching storm.

They refused. "No way, Sir!"

Soaked to the skin, marching in the pelting rain of a tropical storm, they said that guarding the Tomb was not just an assignment, it was the highest honor that can be afforded to a serviceperson.

The tomb has been patrolled continuously, 24/7, since 1930.

I don't usually suggest that many emails be forwarded, but I'd be DAMN proud if this one reached as many as possible.

We can be very proud of our young men and women in the service no matter where they serve.

God Bless them all.

Bob (AKA, "Schwob")
<><><>
Thanks My Friend,
ViggoG, "I'm Proud to be a WW-II, Veteran" !!!

Hugh · 11-12-2003, 01:29 AM

check out this Veterns Day Card. It takes a while to load, but well worth the wait.

http://www.jacquielawson.com/viewcar...ode=1483260750

John D. · 11-12-2003, 11:43 AM

I kinda like this as a bumper sticker:

"If you can read this, thank a teacher.
If you're reading it in English, thank a VET."

Ronald Welch · 11-14-2003, 05:29 PM

Well I can only remember being spit on and called a baby killer,I spent 28 years with the army,First in special forces and latter flying UH1 huey's and to me the men that were in WW2 and WW1 were the veterans and the real hero's.
Ops I forgot the men with General Lee they too were hero's
Regards Ron

ViggoG · 11-15-2003, 05:02 PM

Ron, <img border="0" alt="[cheers]" title="" src="graemlins/beerchug.gif" />
You who served through the "BAD YEARS", are True Heroes, You did your Job Under the worst conditions and did not waver from the path ! <img border="0" alt="[king]" title="" src="graemlins/r.gif" />
All of you who served in the face of such vindictive and open Abuse are the True Heroes Of Our Country ! <img border="0" alt="[jumper]" title="" src="graemlins/jumper.gif" />
It was Easy to Serve when Everyone was Praising and Reinforcing Us, I do not know how I would have accepted the treatment that you put up with and held steadfast, I personally think that I would have thrown in the towel and said to hell with it, I've got better things to do. <img border="0" alt="[ouch]" title="" src="graemlins/c.gif" />
My Utmost Respect to Each and Everyone of You who Took It and Prevailed !
YOU, THEY are my True Heroes ! <img border="0" alt="[cherrsagai]" title="" src="graemlins/drink.gif" />
ViggoG, (WW-2 Vet and son of a WW-1 Vet)

Luke · 11-15-2003, 05:53 PM

Ron -

Thank you for your service to our country in one of history's most difficult times for military men and women.

Luke

Edward Tinker · 11-15-2003, 07:42 PM

Ron, everyone that has served has my salute, and not to knock the vet's, but there are many ways to support and serve our country!

But, as a son in law of a Vietnam Vet, he served and served admirably, as did all of my brothers and sisters that served that war and all others! <img border="0" alt="[cheers]" title="" src="graemlins/beerchug.gif" />

Ed

USMC · 11-15-2003, 10:46 PM

I'm still curently serving in the military, and it gives me great pride to know there are people like you that give such great support to the ones that have served in the past and the ones who still are serving to this day! God bless this GREAT nations veterns, and the people that uphold our freedom!!!

Semper-Fi
USMC

11-11-2003, 02:33 PM	#1
John D. Administrator & Site Owner LugerForum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: A Little NE of Somewhere... Posts: 2,651 Thanks: 477 Thanked 515 Times in 128 Posts	To all that have served.... I salute you - and with our combined thanks at protecting what we, the rest - hold so dear. My thanks, well wishes and prayers on the 50th Anniversary of Veterans Day:

11-11-2003, 04:43 PM	#2
Luke User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: NC - USA Posts: 1,239 Thanks: 0 Thanked 18 Times in 6 Posts	AMEN ! May God bless America and all those who have served to keep her free. Luke __________________ "Peace, if possible; truth, at any cost." . . . Martin Luther

11-11-2003, 06:08 PM	#4
John Sabato Lifer Lifetime Forum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: The Capital of the Free World Posts: 10,154 Thanks: 3,003 Thanked 2,306 Times in 1,097 Posts	Thanks for your words guys... and Tom, as you said, it was my privilege to serve 20 years... and there is no honor that could describe my gratitude for those who made sacrifices for our way of life... in the past, and even today. I was honored to be present at the award of a Army Commendation Medal for valor in combat at church on Sunday to a returned Army Specialist 4th class who so humbled by the event that he couldn't speak... Neither could I. I don't know why it is that when my eyes are wet, my mouth doesn't work very well... __________________ regards, -John S "...We hold these truths to be self-evident that ALL men are created EQUAL *and are endowed by their Creator* with certain UNALIENABLE* rights, and among these are life, LIBERTY, and the pursuit of happiness..."*

11-12-2003, 01:29 AM	#6
Hugh RIP Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Southeast Texas Swamp Posts: 2,460 Thanks: 2 Thanked 165 Times in 64 Posts	check out this Veterns Day Card. It takes a while to load, but well worth the wait. http://www.jacquielawson.com/viewcar...ode=1483260750 __________________ *TRUMP FOR PREZ IN '20!*

11-15-2003, 05:53 PM	#10
Luke User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: NC - USA Posts: 1,239 Thanks: 0 Thanked 18 Times in 6 Posts	Ron - Thank you for your service to our country in one of history's most difficult times for military men and women. Luke __________________ "Peace, if possible; truth, at any cost." . . . Martin Luther

11-11-2003, 05:02 PM	#3
Navy RIP Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Dc 'burbs in Virginia Posts: 2,482 Thanks: 0 Thanked 16 Times in 10 Posts	Speaking as one who served over 20 years, I can say that I feel like it was a distinct honor and undoubtedly the defining period of my life. Not a day goes by that I do not have memories of comrades and events, now far away, that made a distinct difference in my life then that continues to this day. Many of we who have served are simply grateful for the opportunity to have helped in some small way ensure the preservation of the last great hope for mankind. And to those who no longer answer at roll call, I both salute you and wish you eternal peace. Tom A.

11-11-2003, 08:42 PM	#5
ViggoG RIP Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: South Side Virginia Posts: 534 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Thanks John D, John S, & Tom, I am grateful, each time that I am reminded at times like this, that there still are those who have not forgotten, "Those of us that have Served, Suffered, and Fell in The Service of Our Nation ! I just received the following from our good friend "Schwob", "Who's Son has just returned from the Mid East". In good health, "Praise The Lord" ! <><><> It is the VETERAN, not the preacher, who has given us freedom of religion. It is the VETERAN, not the reporter, who has given us freedom of the press. It is the VETERAN, not the poet, who has given us freedom of speech. It is the VETERAN, not the campus organizer, who has given us freedom to assemble. It is the VETERAN, not the lawyer, who has given us the right to a fair trial. It is the VETERAN, not the politician, Who has given us the right to vote. It is the VETERAN, who salutes the Flag, who serves under the Flag, ETERNAL REST GRANT THEM O LORD, AND LET PERPETUAL LIGHT SHINE UPON THEM. I don't know if you saw this in the news but it really impressed me. Funny, our US Senate/House took 2 days off as they couldn't work because of the dangers from Hurricane Isabelle approaching Washington DC. On the ABC evening news, it was reported tonight that, the military members assigned the duty of guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier were given permission to suspend the assignment because of the approaching storm. They refused. "No way, Sir!" Soaked to the skin, marching in the pelting rain of a tropical storm, they said that guarding the Tomb was not just an assignment, it was the highest honor that can be afforded to a serviceperson. The tomb has been patrolled continuously, 24/7, since 1930. I don't usually suggest that many emails be forwarded, but I'd be DAMN proud if this one reached as many as possible. We can be very proud of our young men and women in the service no matter where they serve. God Bless them all. Bob (AKA, "Schwob") <><><> Thanks My Friend, ViggoG, "I'm Proud to be a WW-II, Veteran" !!!

11-12-2003, 11:43 AM	#7
John D. Administrator & Site Owner LugerForum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: A Little NE of Somewhere... Posts: 2,651 Thanks: 477 Thanked 515 Times in 128 Posts	I kinda like this as a bumper sticker: "If you can read this, thank a teacher. If you're reading it in English, thank a VET."

11-14-2003, 05:29 PM	#8
Ronald Welch User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Matthews,N.C. Posts: 39 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Well I can only remember being spit on and called a baby killer,I spent 28 years with the army,First in special forces and latter flying UH1 huey's and to me the men that were in WW2 and WW1 were the veterans and the real hero's. Ops I forgot the men with General Lee they too were hero's Regards Ron

11-15-2003, 05:02 PM	#9
ViggoG RIP Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: South Side Virginia Posts: 534 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Ron, <img border="0" alt="[cheers]" title="" src="graemlins/beerchug.gif" /> You who served through the "BAD YEARS", are True Heroes, You did your Job Under the worst conditions and did not waver from the path ! <img border="0" alt="[king]" title="" src="graemlins/r.gif" /> All of you who served in the face of such vindictive and open Abuse are the True Heroes Of Our Country ! <img border="0" alt="[jumper]" title="" src="graemlins/jumper.gif" /> It was Easy to Serve when Everyone was Praising and Reinforcing Us, I do not know how I would have accepted the treatment that you put up with and held steadfast, I personally think that I would have thrown in the towel and said to hell with it, I've got better things to do. <img border="0" alt="[ouch]" title="" src="graemlins/c.gif" /> My Utmost Respect to Each and Everyone of You who Took It and Prevailed ! YOU, THEY are my True Heroes ! <img border="0" alt="[cherrsagai]" title="" src="graemlins/drink.gif" /> ViggoG, (WW-2 Vet and son of a WW-1 Vet)

11-15-2003, 07:42 PM	#11
Edward Tinker Super Moderator Eternal Lifer LugerForum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: North of Spokane, WA Posts: 15,933 Thanks: 2,032 Thanked 4,530 Times in 2,092 Posts	Ron, everyone that has served has my salute, and not to knock the vet's, but there are many ways to support and serve our country! But, as a son in law of a Vietnam Vet, he served and served admirably, as did all of my brothers and sisters that served that war and all others! <img border="0" alt="[cheers]" title="" src="graemlins/beerchug.gif" /> Ed __________________ Edward Tinker ************ Co-Author of Police Lugers - Co-Author of Simson Lugers Author of Veteran Bring Backs Vol I, Vol II, Vol III and Vol IV

11-15-2003, 10:46 PM	#12
USMC User Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: APG, Maryland Posts: 75 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	I'm still curently serving in the military, and it gives me great pride to know there are people like you that give such great support to the ones that have served in the past and the ones who still are serving to this day! God bless this GREAT nations veterns, and the people that uphold our freedom!!! Semper-Fi USMC __________________ "We have been looking for the enemy for several days now. We found them....were surrounded! This simplifies our problem of getting to these people and killing them!