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SIERRA VISTA — A pair of combat boots, a rifle and a helmet. Together, those items are used to honor a fallen member of America’s armed forces. Between the boots, an inverted M-16 is placed and on the butt of the rifle sits a helmet, thus creating a Fallen Soldier Memorial, which is also known as the Soldier’s Fallen Cross Memorial and Battlefield Cross. Jacob Hall’s goal is to have a 150-pound, nearly 5-foot-tall bronze replica of the monument placed near the Committal Shelter of the Southern Arizona Veterans Memorial Cemetery by Veterans Day. But he still needs nearly $4,000...

Our right to vote was secured by the courage and sacrifice of the brave men and women in our armed forces. Support Mississippi as we join other states in honoring our Veterans with a vote on Election Day. Show your gratitude and respect for a veteran who is special to you. * Click here to request a lapel sticker to wear to the polls in honor of a veteran. (Please indicate the quantity of stickers in the subject field of the email request form.) * I am a veteran and would like to share my story. * Click here to...

From Minnesota and Georgia and Wisconsin and Kentucky, they came, arriving in tour buses whose baggage compartments were jammed with ranks of folded wheelchairs. Some now blind or hard of hearing or unsteady on their feet, they came with middle-aged children in tow and stories of the distant war. Jim Rhyne, 84, who helped build bridges for Patton's tanks all across Europe, was there, and Albert Pruett, 88, who was a Marine at Pearl Harbor and had flung thousands of rounds of machine gun fire at the Japanese planes on Dec. 7, 1941. James "Nick" Nicholson, 92, who toiled through...

WASHINGTON, Oct. 8, 2008 – Dozens of injured troops set out on a seven-day, 420-mile trip from San Francisco to Los Angeles on Sept. 28 to raise funds to support outdoor cycling programs and to let other wounded servicemembers know they can be active. Wounded troops and Road2Recovery volunteers get a little morale from Shell Beach Elementary students and teachers as they arrive in Pismo Beach, Calif., on one leg of their seven-day, 420-mile ride between San Francisco and Los Angeles, Oct. 1, 2008. The Road2Recovery California Challenge supports military and veterans outdoor cycling programs. Courtesy photo by Road2Recovery...

WASHINGTON, Oct. 7, 2008 – The Defense Department is a strong supporter of the federally managed AbilityOne program, which works with private and public groups to provide goods and services to the government and jobs for the blind and other people who have severe disabilities, including wounded veterans. “As the largest customer of this program, the Department of Defense has a responsibility and a tremendous opportunity to increase support by procuring more goods and services provided by the AbilityOne program,” John J. Young Jr., undersecretary of defense for acquisition, technology and logistics, stated in a March 24 memorandum. AbilityOne,...

WASHINGTON, Oct. 6, 2008 – The Defense Department has launched a new Web site to educate the public about chemical and biological testing conducted from the early 1940s through the mid-1970s. “This is a new Web site that we have created to put together for all those who may have interest in everything that we have been able to uncover and understand about the chemical and biological testing of warfare agents done from probably the early 1940s up through 1975,” said Dr. Michael Kilpatrick, strategic communications director for the Military Health System. He explained the recently launched Chemical-Biological Warfare...

SIERRA VISTA — The first step in the reburial 70 soldiers of the late 1800s took place Wednesday at the Southern Arizona Veterans Memorial Cemetery during a ceremony attended by Arizona’s governor and the senior commander on Fort Huachuca. The exhumed remains of the soldiers will be brought to Sierra Vista next year from a long-abandoned cemetery in Tucson. Their final resting place will be among more modern veterans. “We’re very honored that we can be the final resting place for them,” Cemetery Administrator Joe Larson said, noting the reburial occurs May 16. Larry McKim, president of the cemetery foundation,...

More than 38 years after being recommended for a Bronze Star, a Texas man has received the medal for helping avert a Viet Cong attack in South Vietnam. Jim Greenwalt of Rockwall, Texas, a former U.S. Army sergeant, helped to prevent a surprise attack by Viet Cong, the Dallas Morning News reported Wednesday."I fired at muzzle flashes, sounds, any movement," Greenwalt said, recalling the violence that repelled a Viet Cong attack.Greenwalt's bravery on Jan. 30, 1970, was remembered at a ceremony at Fort Hood, in central Texas, after a paperwork snafu delayed the honor.The U.S. Army has awarded more than...

Veterans in Politics Talk Show Introduces John Hambrick and Don Woolbright LIVE on www.AllTalkRadio.net October 4: John Hambrick Republican candidate for Nevada State Assembly, District 2: Don Woolbright Independent candidate for Nevada State Assembly, District 5: "Veterans In Politics" is a weekly radio show produced by the Veterans In Politics International and hosted by Steve Sanson. The "Veterans In Politics" show is live every Saturday 2:05 PM Pacific Time you can call in and speak to the guest or/and host at (702) 942-7371.

'IT has been reported that Britain's oldest veteran of the Normandy landings died on Monday aged 105. Jock Wilson, from Dunbar in East Lothian, was an observer for the 79th Regiment Royal Artillery. He made his landing at Juno Beach and took part in the subsequent savage fighting in the beachhead that ended in one of the biggest defeats for German forces in WWII. Twice wounded in the war, he received the Military Medal for his actions and was also awarded France's highest decoration – the Legion d'Honneur – by Jacques Chirac at the 60th anniversary of the D-Day landings...

A New Orleans federal judge has sentenced a Slidell man in connection with a case where the man illegally wore a Navy uniform, complete with medals, at a wedding, according to U. S. Attorney Jim Letten.

HonestConservative is back from vacation, rested, tanned and ready to kick some serious liberal bottom! We are honored to welcome Lee Zeldin, Republican candidate for the House as we do our bit to help good conservatives take back the house. Lee Zeldin is a Captain in the United States Army Reserves. He recently left his position as Counsel for the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, in order to practice law and devote his time to run for the United States Congress, opposing Democrat incumbant Tim Bishop in Long Island's first district. Lee earned not only his bachelor's...

WASHINGTON | It could be the last battle of World War I, nearly 100 years later. A Republican congressman from Texas wants to create a memorial to the “war to end all wars” on the National Mall. But Kansas City feels like it already has that covered. Congress, after all, has designated the city’s Liberty Memorial as the National World War I Museum. It’s also a National Historic Landmark. To bolster its claim, the Missouri congressional delegation is behind legislation to ensure that Kansas City serves as the anchor for events surrounding the centennial commemoration of the war, which will...

I am posting this for any Florida readers who might want to attend one of these events. Please spread the word to friends or relatives who might be interested. VETERAN VICTORY 2008 BUS TOUR HITS FLORIDA! The Victory 2008 Bus Tour arrives in Florida on Monday for a three day tour. Events include rallies in Sarasota, Pasco, Ocala, Gainesville, Tallahassee, Panama City, and Pensacola. John McCain’s friend and former cellmate, Lt. Col. Orson Swindle, USMC (Ret), will speak about why John McCain is ready to lead this country. Also speaking will be Col. Tom Moe, USAF (Ret), a former POW...

Once again we are being treated to sensationalized accounts of returning Veterans that may run afoul of the law. Just like during the Viet Nam era, the media spares no effort at informing us when a Veteran may have crossed the line. As a Fox News fan I thought they would prove their motto of “Fair and Balanced” by rising above this or at least balancing reports with articles of good that returning Veterans also may do. I guess I am wrong. Clicking on the Fox News Home Page this morning, in their Latest News section, on the lower right,...

The well-known WII museum of Normandy, France, authorized within its walls a conference organized by the extremists who pretend 911 was an inside job. Held on September 16, 2008, the conference features several commentators, from the one attributing the 911 attacks to the neocons to the one saying it was the jews. The "Memorial de Caen" was built to commemorate the millions of Allies who landed in France in 1944 to liberate the country.

ARLINGTON, VA -- Today, U.S. Senator John McCain issued the following statement on National POW/MIA Recognition Day: "Today, we mark National POW/MIA Recognition Day, and I salute my comrades who served their country in unusual circumstances, and remember those who never returned. "During my time in Hanoi, I was witness to a thousand acts of kindness, courage, and love by some of the finest Americans I've ever had the privilege to know. They, like thousands of others before and since, served our nation proudly and with honor. They would all agree, though, that the real heroes are those who never...

Deputy Secretary of Defense Gordon England and Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. James E. Cartwright, U.S. Marine Corps, will host the Pentagon ceremony for National POW/MIA Recognition Day at the River Entrance Parade Field on Friday, Sept. 19, 2008, at 11 a.m. EDT. Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee Congressman Ike Skelton will be the guest speaker. Observances of National POW/MIA Recognition Day are held across the country on military installations, ships at sea, state capitols, schools and veterans' facilities. This observance is one of six days throughout the year that Congress has mandated the...

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Conversations With the Far Left (Who Calls Himself a "Secular Centrist") I presented a very liberal man I know well with this YouTube video someone sent me. It is very sad and telling, but makes a profound point. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TG4fe9GlWS8 As the person who originally sent it to me said, it is well worth the two minutes it takes to watch. Well, the far left friend who I passed it on to sent back two choice emails about the wounded soldier depicted in the video. Here's the first one: You are really regressing mentally.To listen to this brain washed clone talk...

From the YouTube post: One final comment. Some have suggested that the McCain Campaign paid for this ad. Nothing could be further from the truth. McCain would never use soldiers for political gain. He has honored them, but he will not use them. Unlike the Obama who has used Tammy Duckworth to score political points. McCain has such reverance and respect for our military men and women, he would never use them as political posters.

Sarah Palin addressed something last night that I don’t know how many noticed, but I suspect a certain population of Americans didn’t miss. Back when Michelle Obama spoke at the Democratic Convention she said that service men and women need more than medals and parades – that they need jobs. Michelle, veterans are very capable of finding jobs. Do you believe that they’re so inferior that they need a jobs program? What was your point? Do you have any data to suggest that they can’t find jobs? Not one person I know who served in the military had a bit...

Veterans in Politics Talk Show Introduces Linda Young, A Debate for Clark County Commission District A Brian Scroggins, and Steve Sisolak LIVE on www.AllTalkRadio.net September 6: Linda E. Young candidate for Clark County School Trustee, District C: A Debate for Clark County Commission District A Brian Scroggins (Republican) and Steve Sisolak (Democrat) candidates for Clark County Commissioner, District A: "Veterans In Politics" is a weekly radio show produced by the Veterans In Politics International and hosted by Steve Sanson. The "Veterans In Politics" show is live every Saturday 2:05 PM Pacific Time you can call in and speak to the...

SAN FRANCISCO -- If John McCain is elected president, wounded veterans could be in for a world of hurt. On the campaign trail, the Republican's presumptive nominee has talked of a new mission for the Department of Veterans Affairs, suggesting that veterans with noncombat medical problems be given vouchers to receive care at private, for-profit hospitals. In other words, McCain is seeking to cut off the kind of universal health care that the government has guaranteed to veterans for generations. "We need to relieve the burden on the VA from routine health care," McCain told the National Forum on Disability...

  Last female veteran of the First World War dies aged 109 Last updated at 20:19pm on 29.08.08    Gladys Powers, 109, died this month in Canada. She was thought to be the last female veteran from WW1. The last female First World War veteran has died aged 109.British-born Gladys Powers died at her home in British Columbia, Canada, on August 14, the Ministry of Defence said.She was born in Lewisham, south London and joined the Women's Auxiliary Corps aged 15, after fibbing about her age and later served with the Women's RAF.  All but a few of the...

WASHINGTON, Aug. 25, 2008 – Because they are military veterans and have a unique understanding of the sacrifices servicemembers make, some of the top leaders of the law firm Womble, Carlyle, Sandridge and Rice have created a military-friendly work environment that supports not only veterans, but also employees who serve in the National Guard or Reserve. The law firm has many policies and programs in place to support its employees who serve part-time in the military, and for its efforts in this area, it is receiving the 2008 Secretary of Defense Employer Support Freedom Award. Womble, Carlyle, Sandridge and...

The Russell campaign has released this devastating add documenting Jack Murtha's despicable condemnations of innocent heroes. Nothing tells the truth like video. Watch and see the new definition of low. Work to take back the House folks, and start with cleaning out the intolerable Jerk Murtha.

Veterans in Politics Talk Show Introduces Sean M. Fellows and John W. Schutt Jr. LIVE on www.AllTalkRadio.net August 30:: Sean M. Fellows candidate for Nevada State Assembly, District 29:: John W. Schutt Jr. candidate for Clark County School Trustee, District E:: "Veterans In Politics" is a weekly radio show produced by the Veterans In Politics International and hosted by Steve Sanson. The "Veterans In Politics" show is live every Saturday 2:05 PM Pacific Time you can call in and speak to the guest or/and host at (702) 942-7371.

WASHINGTON, Aug. 21, 2008 – The United Warrior Survivors Foundation will host its fifth annual West Coast Survivors Conference Aug. 22-25 in San Diego. “These conferences were established with the unique needs of Special Forces widows in mind, affording them a healing experience and sense of camaraderie and support,” Kelly Chott, foundation administrator, said. The conference brings together Special Forces widows at various stages of bereavement and includes an array of speakers and experts in the fields of military widowhood, bereavement, financial planning, benefits and entitlements, as well as practical classes in self-defense and coping with their children’s grieving...

Veterans in Politics Talk Show LIVE on www.AllTalkRadio.net "Veterans In Politics" is a weekly radio show produced by the Veterans In Politics International and hosted by Steve Sanson. The "Veterans In Politics" show is live every Saturday 2:05 PM Pacific Time you can call in and speak to the guest or/and host at (702) 942-7371. August 23:: Jonathan E. MacArthur candidate for Justice of the Peace, North Las Vegas TWNSH Department 3:: With my Co-Host: Jen Castano:: Mr. MacArthur’s opponent decided not to debate him after agreeing to it before the primary election.

WASHINGTON, Aug. 20, 2008 – The United States is beholden to servicemembers fighting the war against terrorism and to military veterans who served in past conflicts, President Bush said at the Veterans of Foreign Wars convention in Orlando, Fla., today. “America owes the men and women of the VFW a debt that could really never be repaid,” Bush said to a group that included some of today’s servicemembers as well as veterans of past conflicts. “You fought for our freedoms. And then when you came home, you volunteered to continue to serve this nation.” Bush also thanked and praised...

Democrat Barack Obama used his appearance Tuesday at a Veterans of Foreign Wars convention to attack Republican John McCain's critique of him to the group a day earlier - but got a cooler reception than did the Vietnam veteran running against him for president. Obama denied McCain's assertions that he was for failure in Iraq, or shifting his anti-war stance out of expediency, or in any way basing his foreign policy on a strategy to win the presidency. "Let's have a serious debate, and let's debate our disagreements on the merits of policy - not personal attacks," Obama said. Obama...

While troops deployed abroad might be giving more money to Barack Obama, a poll released today says that John McCain will get the vast majority of votes from members of the military and veterans. According to Gallup, McCain leads Obama 56 percent to 34 percent, with 11 percent expressing no opinion or picking someone else. Obama spoke to the Veterans of Foreign Wars today in Florida, a day after McCain addressed the gathering. Gallup said the poll is based on aggregated data from its daily tracking poll between Aug. 5 and Aug. 17, involving more than 11,000 registered voters, including...

I might have misheard it, but is sounded as though Obama said redeployment of troops should be done in close CONFRONTATION with the commanders. Maybe he meant close consultation. It would be nice to review the actual audio on that and listen carefully. If he said confrontation it's a major Freudian slip.

WASHINGTON, Aug. 18, 2008 – For more than 60 years, a group of California-based volunteers has worked to ensure that no hospitalized veteran anywhere in the country making a worthwhile request gets “no” for an answer. “United Voluntary Services is a national organization committed to recruiting volunteers and raising funds to help meet the needs of hospitalized veterans in Veterans Affairs Medical Centers,” said Mary Lee, the organization’s national president. “We have 43 units in 20 VA medical centers, with over 600 volunteers conducting varied programs for veterans that the hospitals do not and cannot financially afford.” United Voluntary...

The Military Salute Project is pleased to announce our main project for next year, the 2009 Remember The Fallen Tribute. Shortly after we returned from the 2008 Honor & Remember Ride To Washington, we posted hundreds of photographs taken during the trip. One of the albums displayed pictures of the gravesites of Minnesotans buried at Arlington National Cemetery who died while supporting the Global War On Terror. Within days, we began receiving e-mails of appreciation from family members and friends of the six Servicemembers. We have also received "thank you" notes from other families throughout the United States. Some of...

ARLINGTON, VA -- U.S. Senator John McCain's presidential campaign today announced that John McCain will speak at the 109th Annual Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States National Convention in Orlando, Florida on Monday, August 18th. Monday, August 18, 2008 ORLANDO, FLORIDA WHO: John McCain WHAT: Speech WHEN: Monday, August 18, 2008 at 9:00 a.m. EDT WHERE: Orange County Convention Center 9800 International Drive Orlando, Florida 32819

Craig Williams has just returned from ANWR and will give us his trip report! This trip was planned well before the Texas Tea Party. Mr. Williams is running against a first term candidate who has taken money from CAIR. CAIR has yet to denounce terrorism!

Is VFW Post Phone MessageA VFW in Susquehanna County is drawing some attention because of its answering machine message. Some in Montrose wonder if it the right message. The VFW near Montrose is a busy place along Route 706, a place where many in the area come to socialize. But some folks are questioning the post's answering machine message, saying it's not very social at all. "Hello, this is Montrose VFW. We are an English speaking, American establishment. If you do not speak English or believe in America, please hang up," the message says. "Racist. I mean, that's like, this...

South County is abuzz with news about the McCain/Obama forum slated for Aug. 16 at Saddleback Church. Our staff writers hit the streets this week to ask residents what they'd like the presidential hopefuls to mention during the moderated event. To read what they had to say, click on "more photos." To join the discussion, leave a comment below.

TARPON SPRINGS (Bay News 9) -- Veterans from the Bay area spent Saturday afternoon in Tarpon Springs to take part in the annual Military Day and Veterans Resource Fair, but not everybody was happy with the event's location or displays. War protestors lined the street leading up to the veterans fair at East Lake High School, but sheriff's deputies insisted that the protestors stay across the street. Meanwhile, on school grounds, military groups brought out the big guns -- including a Blackhawk helicopter. "The use of this property is contentious to me when we have all this violence in the...

A Journey of 1,000 Thanks spans thousands of miles Posted: Wednesday, Aug 6th, 2008BY: Matthew Trout Statesman Editor     Keela Carr began her Journey of 1,000 Thanks in Barstow, California on Memorial Day, and is scheduled to lay a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington, Virginia on August 8, 2008. On Memorial Day, Keela Carr began a journey. A journey that would take her across the United States on foot in an effort to give thanks to those who have defended her freedom to do so. The goal of her journey was to give...

Like many in his generation, Bob Kenyon buried the memories of his World War II experience for years. The Menlo Park man shared only the basics with his wife and son: that he was among the first soldiers to storm Utah Beach during the Normandy invasion and that he nearly lost his life in the fighting. It wasn't until the decorated war veteran and his wife, Ruth, returned to Normandy for the 40th anniversary of D-Day that Kenyon began to open up about his wartime experience. --snip-- Kenyon received the French Legion of Honor during an emotional ceremony July 9...

WASHINGTON (CNN) -- A congresswoman said Thursday that her "jaw dropped" when military doctors told her that four in 10 women at a veterans hospital reported being sexually assaulted while in the military. Lance Cpl. Maria Lauterbach said she was raped by a fellow Marine. A Marine has been charged in her death. A government report indicates that the numbers could be even higher. Rep. Jane Harman, D-California, spoke before a House panel investigating the way the military handles reports of sexual assault. She said she recently visited a Veterans Affairs hospital in the Los Angeles area, where women told...

INDIANAPOLIS, IN -- U.S. Senator John McCain's presidential campaign today announced the leadership of Indiana Veterans for McCain, a statewide grassroots organization that will work to bolster John McCain's support within Indiana's veterans' community. With 150 members representing all service branches, the group's membership spans generations, including veterans from World War II to the combat operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. "John McCain's distinguished service in the United States Navy is a matter of record and there is no doubting his sacrifice for America as a prisoner of war in Vietnam. His history of putting his country first, from Hanoi to...

WASHINGTON, Aug. 6, 2008 – Wounded and disabled veterans transitioning back into civilian life can continue serving their country through a program that helps them settle back into their communities as leaders. The Center for Citizen Leadership was founded on two principles, said Eric Greitens, its chairman. The center first builds on veterans’ strengths. “Our veterans possess incredible strength that comes from their service in combat. Some also have the strength that comes from learning to overcome and live with a disability,” he said. The second principle, he said, is that the Center for Citizen Leadership does not offer...

I was taking a break from work a short while ago to prepare my next post on Obama's Energy Plan, when I was struck by a particular statement in his New "Green Vet Initiative". Blame it on a rush to put together some form of energy policy or a Freudian slip of the pen, but Obama's "Green Vet Initiative" to me is a condescending attack upon our military personnel and highlights his view of the value of our non-combat or non-war zone heroes. In the plan available on Obama's Website, Obama states...

STURGIS - Politicians are used to hearing the roar of the crowd, but Sen. John McCain heard an entirely different roar Monday night at The Buffalo Chip. Motorcycles pounded out a welcome to the Republican presidential candidate at the campground in Sturgis, as he made a campaign appearance. “This is my first time here but I enjoyed the sound,” McCain said. “It's the sound of freedom.” He noted that his Democratic opponent, Sen. Barack Obama, had received a loud ovation in Berlin during a European tour last week. “I'll take the roar of 50,000 Harleys any day,” McCain said. Thousands...

When I heard Barack Obama had planned a trip to visit Landstuhl Military Hospital in Germany, I knew from personal experience how much of a lift it would have given the hundreds of soldiers recovering from war wounds there. As fate would have it, I was sent to Landstuhl two years ago, after my lower legs were shattered by shrapnel from a mortar round in Iraq. After undergoing surgery, I spent nearly a month as a bedridden patient in the recovery care unit, uncertain whether or not I would ever walk again. It was around July 4th and I was...