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Old Nov 9, 2007 | 10:32 AM
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and it's my dad's birthday. A WWII vet who landed at Normandy.
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Old Nov 9, 2007 | 10:47 AM
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From a AF retired vet [vn & 1st Gulf] to all our kids serving today: THANKS and know we have you in our hearts! Don't forget those who did not return.

All members - drive with your lights on Veteran's Day to signify your support of all past and present vets.
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Old Nov 9, 2007 | 10:58 AM
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to all veterans!
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Old Nov 9, 2007 | 11:08 AM
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Saluting all Vets on Veterans Day, thanks for answering our country's call.

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Old Nov 9, 2007 | 12:27 PM
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Originally Posted by jrose7004
Lets all fly the flag this Monday!




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Old Nov 9, 2007 | 12:57 PM
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US Navy vet 65-69 WestPack Yankee Station. My father was at Normandy.
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Old Nov 9, 2007 | 01:49 PM
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Hey the next time you see a soldier standing in line at a fast food place ,buy his lunch,I do,tell him thanks for his service Its not worth what they go through but they no someone cares.
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Old Nov 9, 2007 | 02:23 PM
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Originally Posted by YESCA
and it's my dad's birthday. A WWII vet who landed at Normandy.
My father is deceased (1995). However, he was also in on the Normandy invasion. His outfit was one of the few tank groups that did not sink in the ocean. Some went down with the operators inside. They never had a chance.
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Old Nov 9, 2007 | 02:30 PM
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Being from England,i really do admire the way you lot get behind your military.Its something that is really lacking here in the U.K even to the point that some members of the forces on return from Iraq or Afganistan have been refused service in stores here.Without them and the sacrifices they made we wouldnt have the freedom we enjoy today.I will be out on Sunday for a wreath laying ceremony with my Jeep



Salute them all. (i need the union flag to go alongside)
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Old Nov 9, 2007 | 03:12 PM
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Old Nov 9, 2007 | 03:20 PM
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US Army.... Vietnam veteran '70-'71

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Old Nov 9, 2007 | 05:27 PM
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usmc, 1967 - 1971
rvn, 1968 - 1969
my wife and i also have marine fathers and uncles who served in ww2 who saw a lot of action in the south pacific. some of their stories really make you wonder how they made it through the war.
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Old Nov 9, 2007 | 05:30 PM
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Old Nov 9, 2007 | 05:47 PM
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Originally Posted by dadvan99
Saluting all Vets on Veterans Day, thanks for answering our country's call.
God Bless. Thanks You !
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Old Nov 9, 2007 | 05:51 PM
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Old Nov 9, 2007 | 05:51 PM
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Originally Posted by YESCA
and it's my dad's birthday. A WWII vet who landed at Normandy.
My dad was in the second wave!!

I would also like to thank the spouses/families of our vets who scarficed alot to have their loved ones over seas fighting for us.

Especially to all the wives during WW2 would basically held this country togther while their men were fighting!
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Old Nov 9, 2007 | 06:10 PM
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I am a retired US Army First Sergeant and served from 1969 - 1989. Served in Vietnam from 1970-1971 and my son served in the first Gulf War in the Marine Corp. Both of us war veterans want to thank all of you that have served.
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Old Nov 9, 2007 | 06:21 PM
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Old Nov 9, 2007 | 07:18 PM
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My gift to myself after a 27 year Army career was to purchase my dream car, a CORVETTE. From the C3 era, I have always marveled at the Corvette. I remember in 1998 I talked to a guy who had just bought a C5 and I told him that I was going to get one and with repugnant indignation he says to me, "yeah right". I've never forgotten that.

My personalized license plate is often confused. VETSTYL, I'm asked if I'm a vetinarian or do I design Corvettes etc.

The reality is, VETSTYL, is the style that any military veteran should be riding in; a Corvette with style.

I'm proud of my service and the service of my family. Father a retired veteran, all of four siblings retired veterans along with their spouses as retired veterans and my wife; we realize FREEDOM isn't FREE.

When the last of us retired, we presented our parents with the U.S. flag and said that we are proud to present this to them while we are all still standing; a tearful & proud event.

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Old Nov 9, 2007 | 07:35 PM
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