(4th of July edition)
Hello veterans and friends of the 75th Division !
Again a very long issue, packed with help requests. Please check each message if you can give the poster some informations. Thanks!
If your message is not in this newsline, it will be in the next. This one was already too long.
Have a happy 4th of July !
*Keep five yards.
(*Means spread out so one round won't get us all.)
Rolf G. Wilmink
„German by birth, american by heart, P.I. by profession„.
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For your calendar:
75th Div reunion year 2000:
Sept. 3 thru Sept. 9
Pere Marquette Hotel, 501 Main St., Peoria,
Ill. 61602
Phone: 309-637-6500
800-447-1676 (for reservations)
Registration for Peoria Reunion (65 $ per person):
Chairman Vice President Harold Lindstrom
4105 75th Street, Des Moines, IA 50322-2551
(515) 278-0081
75th Div reunion year 2001: Denver, Col.
(more infos as soon as we have them or contact the 75th Div Vets. Assn.
President Parker, see adress below).
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List of contents:
1.) Feedback regarding newsline No. 46 ( 24 April 2000)
2.) New Member Major Hugh R. McNeely, Public Affairs Officers, 75th
Div (TS)
3.) COPIES OF 75INF FILM
4.) Paul H. Nystrom, 289th Inf.
5.) Reunion
6.) John Ging , Regt'l Sgt Major of 291st Inf Regt
7.) Michael Duna
8.) It's D-Day for war museum
9.) Victor Mazzuca, Illinois, 75th infantry
10.) 75th Inf, 290th
11.) Able Company 291st Rgt 75th Div
12.) Milo Steeley Jr
13.) Sgt Edmund H. Michalski 291st Regiment I-Co
14.) Ezra S. Moser 42 121 227 Private First Class.
15.) General Jacob L Devers
16.) battle of the ruhr
17.) Post-Looking for Veterans memories
18.) Pearl Harbor Links, The American War Library
19.) operation Chowhound
20.) 9 and 10 May
21.) MEMORIAN DAY SALUTE - Jim Klibbe
22.) The Flag And What it Stands For
23.) Tale of a Stolen Flag
24.) Ben Myers Military Association Locator
25.) WWII Question
26.) WWII Historical Footage
27.) Veterans Recognition Window Stickers
28.) Members of 75th Division
29.) America, Home of the Fee? - Military / Veterans Health Care Update
30.) Veterans' Health -- PROSTATE CANCER
31.) Memorial Day Project
32.) Memorial Day - Honoring Those that have Fallen
33.) D-Day Tribute Where Losses Were Heavy
34.) Lost email contact
35.) Korean War Veterans -- Service Medal Available
36.) A cute site about life
37.) GI HUMOR
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DON'T BE A LURKER.... GET INVOLVED... YOU ARE A MEMBER... MAKE THE
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(actual count: 238 members online worldwide
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1.) Feedback regarding our newsline No. 46 ( 24 April 2000):
Re: 75th Inf Div newsline no. 46 (24 April 2000)
Date: Wed, 26 Apr 2000 14:21:47 -0600
From: "rrzimm" <rrzimm@gateway.net>
CC: "GALLANT, JEFFREY D. MSG (C5 G2 PLANS NCOIC)" <G2PLNSNCOIC@HQ.C5.ARMY.MIL>
Rolf,
great newsletter. Had an idea -- when you use some of our stuff, tell
your readers where you got it -- we have a lot of WWII guys on the net.
I'll also give our readers your website address and include one of your
articles w/credit once in a while. Should help both sites to distribute
and gain even better info.
Keep doing the great job you're doing.
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From: "Eddy LAMBERTY" <eddy.lamberty@village.uunet.be>
Betreff: note
Date: Thu, 25 May 2000 23:30:56 +0200
Dear friends,
I write to you this note because I want to apologize because I haven't
written to all of you for a very long time. I always did my
best to answer your letters as quick as my time allowed.
In fact, I had slow down my activities since the end of February because of problems with my girlfriend. I had the feeling that all was going well but my "girlfriend finally left the appartment without a reason on the 03rd of May. I despite try to understand her decision because she was depressive. After she let me alone, she was not too well and her parents were finally able to place her in an establishment that treat the depressive people.
It's still difficult to accept the obviousness and I've been out of business since then. My dream of a family flew into pieces. Another difficult thing is to be alone again. Luckily, I've received in about the same time the very good news that my mother is completely cured of his cancer.
Under such circumstances, I'll not do the trip alone to the U.S.A. this
year but I really intend to visit the U.S.A. next year. It will be surely
in September-October and I'll do it whatever it might cost me.
My brother also ask me to go with him in Italy from the 20th to the
29th of June. It will be my very first holiday out of Belgium since 1989.
Well, I hope that I've not worn you out with my problems and I hope
that you'll forgive my slowness in responding the mail.
At last, I'm back in business and I'll try to answer as quick as possible
every letter in order of reception. Again, I would like to thank you all
for your friendship. I always appreciate to receive the letters from my
friends in the U.S.A.
On the 27th of May 04.00 p.m, I'll attend the Memorial Day ceremony
at the Henri-Chapelle American Cemetery. I know that Mr. William H TUCKER
will be in Belgium during the weekend. Mr. Tucker, 505th PIR, Company I,
was not able to attend the unveiling of the two plaques in Rochelinval
last February. So, he'll visit this place and he'll also dedicate his last
book at La Gleize Museum on the 28th of May.
Well, I hope that I'll receive good news from all of you and please
keep in touch. Again, please excuse me for being so long in writing to
you and I hope that you'll understand my silence.
Very truly yours,
Eddy LAMBERTY
Rue Capitaine
Lekeux 2/2è Etage
6698 Grand-Halleux
Belgium
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Date: Wed, 07 Jun 2000 22:05:43 -0400
From: Ken Krosin <ladyciao@erols.com>
Greetings: This is to notify you of our new e-mail address:
kkrosin@alumni.princeton.edu
This replaces ladyciao@erols.com
Please acknowledge receipt of this message . Thank you . The Krosins
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Von: "Jan Bos" <circle82@wishmail.net>
Dear friends,
wishing you, your family and your friends a Happy 4th of July
Jan Bos
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2.) New Member Major Hugh R. McNeely, Public Affairs Officers, 75th Div (TS)
From: Hugh McNeely <hughm@ci.waco.tx.us>
RE: 75th Inf Div newsline
Date: Wed, 26 Apr 2000 10:52:13 -0500
Mr. Wilmink,
Can you please add me to you 75th Inf Div newsline mailing list.
I recently replaced Major Larry Boyd as the Public Affairs Officer for
the 75th Training Support Division headquartered in Houston, Texas.
The Commanding General, Division Chief of Staff and MAJ Boyd have all
told me I need to get on your mailing list. Well I agree with the
of course and hope you can add me for all future mailings. Thank
you for your cooperation and thanks so much for what you do to keep the
Division's history alive.
Hugh R. McNeely
Major, Infantry, USAR
Public Affairs Officers, 75th Div (TS)
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++From the moderator:++
Dear Sir,
thank you very much for your nice words on my work, it makes me a bit
proud.
Of course I will include you in my subscription list.
I hope you will find many interesting articles and messages in the
newsline. You can read past issues on our website.
I am sure that it would be interesting for our readers to hear some news from the actual 75th Division. I would be glad for any information that you can send me.
Greetings from Germany
Rolf G. Wilmink
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3.) COPIES OF 75INF FILM
From: DChristenberry@jocoems.org
Date: Thu, 27 Apr 2000 14:53:03 -0500
DEAR SIR; I WOULD LIKE TO FIND OUT THE COST IN GETTING A COPY OF ANY
FILM THAT HAS THE 75 INF IN IT. MY FATHER WAS A MEMBER OF THE 899 FA. THANK
YOU FOR YOUR TIME
DAVE CHRISTENBERRY
Dear Sir,
please write to the email adress below.
you can also visit the website at www.nara.gov
I will also publish your request in our 75th Div email newsline, I
will put you in the subscription list. Maybe some other vets already have
the films and can send you a copy.
(we have more than 200 readers in our newsline)
Greetings from Germany
Rolf G. Wilmink
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Charles De Arman
WWII National Archives Motion Px branch
mopix@nara.gov
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4.) Paul H. Nystrom, 289th Inf.
Date: Fri, 5 May 2000 11:34:39 -0700
From:paulmartha@juno.com
Hi Rolf,
My name is Paul H. Nystrom
I was a member of the 75th Division in WWII.
I was a medical copsman with the 289th Inf. I was captured in the Colmar
Pocket on the 2nd of Feb., 1945 and liberated in late April.
I now live in Rock Island, IL. and Sun City
West, AZ.
Do you have any information on a:
William Jolley
Paul Weimer
Arnold Rotsman
I also understand the the 2000th 75 reunion is in Peoria, IL. Please
send information.
I am sending an attachment of a picture taken in November 1944 in South
Wales. Just before we were sent into the Battle of the Bulge.
Thank You, Paul H. Nystrom
paulmartha@juno.com
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5.) Reunion
Date: Tue, 23 May 2000 09:16:35 -0700 (PDT)
From: Clif Palmberg <myemailnameisthis@yahoo.com>
Dear Mr. Wilmink,
I am interested in learning more about the 2000 reunion of the 75th
division from WWII in Ill. My grandfather was in the 75th, 291st infantry
in WWII and mentioned a while ago that he wondered of anyone was still
around. If you could help me out I would appreciate it much.
Thanks,
Clif Palmberg
=====
I saw the angel in the marble and carved until I set it free.
-Michelangelo
myemailnameisthis@yahoo.com
(785) 537-5146 - phone
(435) 806-1883 - fax
Date: Thu, 25 May 2000 16:19:53 -0600
Re: reunion
From: Clifton Palmberg <myemailnameisthis@yahoo.com>
Mr. Wilmink,
Thank you for the help and passing the word on. I know a few memories
of my grandfathers, but I am not sure of the exact places he was or buddies
of his. However, I will be visiting him the middle of next week, and when
I return I will email you some information and buddies of his. Actually,
I am looking all this up to surprise him with a gift of hopefully reuniting
with old friends, and I can not thank you enough for what you have done.
Thank you for adding me to the subscription list of the newsline.
Sincerely yours,
Clif Palmberg
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6.) John Ging , Regt'l Sgt Major of 291st Inf Regt
From: ging-pen@webtv.net (John Ging)
Date: Wed, 31 May 2000 22:34:49 -0400 (EDT)
Betreff: 75th Inf Div
Just came across this web site and interested. I was Regt'l Sgt Major
of 291st Inf Regt and a member of Regt since it's acivation.
Confess I haven't been in contact with anyone in years, but after seeing
and reading the material in the various web sites regarding the Division,
I am curious.
JJGing
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From: ging-pen@webtv.net (John Ging)
Date: Fri, 9 Jun 2000 22:26:09 -0400 (EDT)
RE: 291st Regt
Interested in trying to contact any member of 291st Hqs staff - officer
& enlisted and any Service Company personnel! Just came across this
reference and would appreciate any data.
Jack Ging - was Regtl Sgt Major of 291st from activiation of Div.
Thank You!
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From: LTERRYMCD@aol.com
Date: Thu, 1 Jun 2000 18:40:58 EDT
RE: Sergeant Major, 291th Rgt
To: ging-pen@webtv.net (John Ging)
John Ging, I being just a rear rank PFC in 1944, a Sergeant Major was like GOD to all of us underlings. I doubt that I even saw you. I faintly remember getting to look at the Regimental Motor Sergeant (Master Sergeant) one time.
All kidding aside, the Sergeant Major was the man. An awful lot of the time today, the SGM/CSM, I feel, is busy letting everyone know that he is the Sergeant Major.
I often harken back to the 'olden' days when I listened to a T/4 Sergeant in 1946, reminisce about how the Army wasn't like it used to be, when they were busy kicking the manure out of their spurs. I guess there go I, today!
While most of us don't stay in touch to well, I do have a pretty sizeable roster of the former members of my WW II company -- Anti-Tank Company, 291st Regiment.
So welcome to Rolf G. Wilmink's 75th Division Web Pages.
Terry
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7.) Michael Duna
From: "Stephen T. Duna" <bulldogdaddy@juno.com>
To: <bburke@ipa.net>
Sent: Wednesday, June 28, 2000 11:15 PM
Subject: 75th Infantry Division WW 2
> Sgt. Maj.,
> My father served with the 75th in WW 2. I'm trying to gather any
information regarding surviving veterans who served at the same time. Perhaps
someone will remember my Dad.
Michael Duna was hurt while guarding German POW's, when a thunderstorm
knocked over the guard tower he was in. was shipped home as a PFC.
crossed the Rhine in march or april of 1945, and captured 3 German POW's
on a train trestle in a little town in the mountains, I believe in the
Ruhr Valley.
Any help or contacts will be greatly appreciated.
Steve Duna
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From: "Bill & Marilyn Burke" <bburke@ipa.net>
To: "Stephen T. Duna" <bulldogdaddy@juno.com>
Date: Fri, 30 Jun 2000 14:34:06 -0500
Stephen,
I am forwarding you message to Mr. Rolf Wilmink who is administrates
the unofficial 75th Division Web page I am confident that Rolf can
assist you in finding more information about your father .
BTW: Rolf lives in Plettenberg Germany... and I would bet money
that your father was stationed there !
Rolf, please assist
Bill Burke.
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8.) It's D-Day for war museum
From: "Thomas A. Snyder DC DABCC" <tschiro@wcnet.org>
Date: Fri, 2 Jun 2000 07:56:27 -0400
Hi Rolf:
Thought you might find this of interest.....
Thanks for the last link you sent on the 291st. Sarge.
http://www.usatoday.com/hphoto.htm
Thomas A. Snyder DC DABCC
President American College of Chiropractic Consultants
<tschiro@wcnet.org>
Bowling Green, Ohio 43402
419-352-7214
Fax: 419-686-5108
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9.) Victor Mazzuca, Illinois, 75th infantry
From: ltoops@NAII.ORG
Date: Wed, 31 May 2000 11:40:11 -0500
Thanks for a wonderful web site! My father, Victor Mazzuca, was in the 75th and was awarded a Bronze Star. He's now 82 years old and would love to attend the next 75th reunion.
Is there any way to search your site (or others) to find members of
the 75th from Illinois (we're from Chicago)?
Also, if you have an e-mailing list, please add me. My home e-mail
address is: Lmazztoops@gateway.net.
Thanks again
Laura Mazzuca Toops
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10.) 75th Inf, 290th
Date: Sat, 27 May 2000 01:31:50 -0500
From: clauland@bellsouth.net
RE: 75th/290th
Hi,
Could you please tell me if there were any unit awards given to the
75th during WW II?
My father-in-law was a member of the 290th infantry . He has passed
away and my husband and his siblings know little to nothing of their father's
service days. I am trying to compile as much information about the 75th
and all units attached to it. Also, could you please tell me if there was
a patch for the 290th and if it would be possible to obtain one. We do
have my father-in-law 75th patch.
I am thanking you in advance for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
Claudia Lauland
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11.) Able Company 291st Rgt 75th Div
From: "philipromano" <philipromano@email.msn.com>
Datum: Sat, 3 Jun 2000 07:03:32 -0700
Hello Rolf...
I have just started a 'search' on my old outfit....co..a...291st reg't...75th
division...
from sometime in 1945 until i was transferred in thr latter part of
1945....
It is probabley in the available data on the 'internet'...but i've
not found any mention thus far (only been searching for one day now)...
Our battalion was assigned to operate a re-deployment camp around may..1945
near reims..france...called...camp baltimore....also guarding a quartermaster
depot there... but in all the books i've seen from our local libraries..nothing
is mentioned!...could you enlighten me"
and if possible...i would
like to enter my name on a roster of surviving members...also an e-mail
list of current news...etc....
philip j. romano
317-152nd.street east
tacoma..washington..98445-1093
phone.....253-539-6056
e-mail...philipromano@msn.com
Co 'a'...291st.regiment...75th infantry division.....army serial number..42187535
entered military service...sept..11..1944....date of discharge..july..9..1946
wounded in action...april 12...1945 (same day that our president...f.d.roosevelt
died)... re-joined my outfit in may..1945...somewhere in germany....then
we transferred to reims..france.....I eventually took my discharge
in paris..france.....working for the us army as a civilian until november..1948...
thanking you in advance
for any considerations......a fellow soldier.......philip julios romano.
Date today is june..3..2000...(our 56th...year anniversary for d-day..coming
in three days).
regards....philip
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Able Company 291st Rgt 75th Div
From: LTERRYMCD@aol.com
Date: Sat, 3 Jun 2000 16:21:00 EDT
Philip, I can't help a bit with your Company A, but, I can say a couple of words about Antitank Company, 291th Infantry Regiment of the 75th Division.
I was a relatively late assignment to the division. I was assigned in about June of 1944, and went across the pond with the division. Following the end of the war, I was beginning to like the military and took a couple of extensions in 1946, finally enlisting for three year, at Paris, France, in June of 1946
A couple of things before I hang up. You were doing duty at Camp Baltimore
near Reims; my company was assigned to Camp New York, just outside of Suippes.
I was detailed to the local POW stockade as a Labor Foreman. Spent
more time on pass than working but we got the job done.
I have a booklet that chronicles the divisions actions from about 24 December 1945 through about 17 April 1945. I also have a 75th Division Association membership roster.
To become a member of the 75th Division Association, about all you have to do is write to: 75th Division Veterans Associations, Inc., James E. Warmouth, 6545 West 11th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46214. He used to have an e-mail address but it got to be too much of a job. He has been the Secretary and Publisher of "The Bulgebuster" since Christ was a Corporal.
The Association is having it next reunion during period 3-9 September 2000, at PEORIA, ILLINOIS. I can give you more information but it is best to check with Jim first so I don't muddy up the water too much. If you do have a question that you wish to ask me, please do. All I have to do is mow the yard and stand by for the next order from the "boss."
You are a little late in joining up but like they say, "Better late than never." Along that line and in a much more somber attitude, I just heard that the survivors of the Dunkirk disaster, are holding their final reunion this year. That was like 60 years ago!
Got to go feed and slop the animals -- you all take care out there.
Terry
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12.) Milo Steeley Jr
From: Psdaveir@aol.com
Date: Sat, 3 Jun 2000 23:17:04 EDT
My Dad was in the 75th but i didn't see his name, could you please
up date your list
His name is Milo Steeley Jr. i,m not sure he
went by Jr or not. He was also a P.O.W. in Germany
Milo Steeley
851 East D St.
Oakdale Ca.
95361
Thank you David Steeley
Date: Tue, 6 Jun 2000 22:26:28 EDT
mkw my dad said he was in the 75th for training and when
he went overseas he was in the 79th i hope this makes since to you .
He also said he was not in a unit
My dad said he was in the 75th Infantry Div. He was a P.O.W in
Muinic Germany camp 12A or 7A I hope this well help I feel all milatary
people should be Praised. Thank you for all the help and thank you for
our Freedom
David Steeley
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13.) Sgt Edmund H. Michalski 291st Regiment I-Co
From: Laserrich@aol.com
Date: Sun, 4 Jun 2000 14:12:49 EDT
Dear Mr. Wilmink,
My father was Sgt Edmund H. Michalski 291st Regiment I-Co.
I am hoping you can help me with some research questions that I have.
Are there any sources for the movements of I-Co. and specifically where
they were on 5 feb 45, the day my father was wounded in action, and
which medical group may have treated his injuries.
Are there any sources for inerpreting the Army shorthand on Discharge
and Separation papers.
example: under Battles and Campaigns
GO 33 WD 45 AS AMENDED
Also are there listings of specialty numbers listed in same.
Can I be added to your mail list for your 75th Division newsletter.
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Richard F. Michalski
39 Dwyer St.
W. Seneca, NY 14224-1113
e-mail RichRFM@aol.com
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14.) Ezra S. Moser 42 121 227 Private First Class.
Date: Sun, 11 Jun 2000 22:53:34 -0400
From: "Kathryn P. Moser" <kathy_moser@juno.com>
I was searching the list of members of the 75th and didn't find my father, Ezra S. Moser 42 121 227 Private First Class. I have his discharge papers, and it lists him in the 75th. Do you have any idea why he's not on the list, or where I might be able to get further information on the battles he fought in? The paper says "Wounded in the ETO 12 Jan. 45"
Thanks for any help you can provide.
--------------------------------------------------
Thank you so much for responding! My father is deceased, and
he would never speak of the War. I'm not sure if any of this will
be helpful, but here's everything I can get from his Discharge papers:
Ezra S. Moser, Army Serial #42 121 227, grade PFC. Arm or service: INF.
Component: AUS. Organization: 75th division.
I don't see anything about Reg. Co. on his Discharge papers, but the
copy I have is quite faded. It does say:
Battles: Ardennes: central Europe: Rhineland: GO 33 WD 45 as amended.
Decorations and citations: American Campaign metal; European
African Middle Eastern Campaign medal: Good conduct. Medal:
Purple heart GO 12 HQ 162 Gx? 5FEB45: World War II Victory Medal.
Wounded in the ETO 12JANUARY45.
G. W. Miles, CWO USA - Personnel Officer signed the detailed form and
W.F. Catlin signed the certificate.
Do you know what ETO stands for? (wounded in the ETO).
Thanks again for any assistance you can provide.
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15.) General Jacob L Devers
Date: Wed, 14 Jun 2000 20:20:23 -0700
From: steve jones <slj@mindspring.com>
I am a nephew of General Jacob L Devers. I am currently doing research on a biography of the general. I would like to obtain a copy of the 75th division history as well as any other pertinent documents and photos. When I am done with these documents I will give them to the York historical society which houses all of the Generals things. If you can help me out in my research I would greatly appreciate it.
Steve Jones
703 242 7889
627 Echols St. S.E.
Vienna, Va. 22180
USA
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16.) battle of the ruhr
Date: Thu, 15 Jun 2000 22:56:39 -0400
From: Jeff Zimmerman <cpg.jz@worldnet.att.net>
Hi. Found your site. My father died about 16 years ago.
He was decorated with a bronze starr and then purple heart in the April
battle WWII.
How can I find out more about the battle and his role in it?
He never would talk about it but I have an interest in finding out about
his actions.
Jeff
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Dear Sir:
Thank-you for getting back to me so quickly. I am very appreciative.
My father, Joseph Zimmerman was a 1st Lt in the 75th Division 289th Infantry
Regiment.
I hope this is of help to you. Thank-you again.
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17.) Post-Looking for Veterans memories
From: WMarotto@aol.com
Date: Fri, 2 Jun 2000 15:03:21 EDT
Dear Veterans of the 75th Infantry Division:
I am still looking for veterans of the 75th Infantry
Division to tell me their memories of W.W.II and of the 75th from activation
to the end of the war. Please contact me at WMAROTTO@aol.com. Thank you.
Wayne Marotto
Houston, Texas
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18.) Pearl Harbor Links, The American War Library
Date: Mon, 19 Jun 2000 19:47:54 -0700
From: Keith Brooks <kb25sb@pacbell.net>
Outstanding starting place with many, many WWII references.
> <A HREF="http://members.aol.com/USAHeroes/warlib48.htm">Click here:
Pearl
> Harbor Links, The American War Library</A>
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19.) operation Chowhound
From: "Jan Bos" <circle82@wishmail.net>
Date: Sat, 29 Apr 2000 19:58:47 +0200
To-day, exactly 55 years ago, the four-engined bombers of the US and
British AirForces flew over Holland. They were not on a bombing mission,
but they flew in food !!
Southern Holland was liberated, as were the islands at the Scheldt
Estuary, as was Nijmegen and the Groesbeek area, which was liberated by
the 82nd Airborne Division during operation Market Garden on 17 September
1944, the Eindhoven area by the 101st Airborne Division. Once in a while
the Germans shelled the Nijmegen area and men, women and childeren were
wounded or killed. The people in western Holland had a very bad winter.
The German flooded large parts of western Holland and looted the area for
radio's, bicycles and food. The Dutchmen in western Holland were starving,
hardly no food, hundred and even thousand Dutchman just died of starvation.
The (Swedish) Red Cross came involved rescuing the Dutchmen, living
in the bigger cities and talked to the Germans. The negociated that the
Allied would deliver food to the Dutch. For 9 days American B-17 and B-24
bombers, as well as British Halifaxes and Sterling bombers flew over in
broad daylight just to deliver food. The Germans did not open up fire on
the low flying planes. The pilots lowered the landing gear and the planes
almost stalled. From a very low altitude they dropped the boxes and cans
with the food. It was collected by the authorities and taken to the central
locations and then distributed to the Dutch, who were very grateful of
course.
Also ships with the Swedish and Red Crosses delivered food and trucks
took the food to central places. The Dutchman had to wait till 8 May 1945
till the germans finally gave up.
Thought you might like to read this story,
all the best from Nijmegen
Jan Bos
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20.) 9 and 10 May
From: "Jan Bos" <circle82@wishmail.net>
Date: Tue, 9 May 2000 21:36:13 +0200
Dear friends,
another historical day. To-day 9 May, 55 years ago it was the first
day of peace, at least in Europe, no more fighting, although .... on some
locations the Germans were still shooting at American and Allied troops.
Now it was time for policing, curfew, looking for Nazis, looking for weapons,
taking part of occupational forces in Berlin, meeting the Russians, who
were looting, killing and even raping, there was no law for them, until
they met the Americans. Several Russians were shot by the Americans, it
was a hard time.
Men still died of sustained wounds, The crews of the Troop Carrier
Groups were given another mission: taking home former prisoners-of-war
and displaced persons. The crews flew to almost every country in western
Europe, do not know if they also flew east ?
To-morrow, another historical day, at least for Holland. To-morrow
10 May will mark the 60th anniversary of operation Gelb, the German attack
on Holland, Belgium, Luxemburg and France. Near Venlo an armored train
passed through the Dutch lines, there was heavy fighting at the Grebbenberg,
north-north-west of Arnhem. Alomst a year earlier we had shown German officers
how good our fortifications, pillboxes, trenches and foxholes were camouflaged.
we could do so, since we were neutral and thought to be neutral again.
Many young Dutchmen were killed in the heavy fighting. Our Royal Dutch
Airforce had good G-1 Fokker fighter-planes, but most were destroyed on
the ground, our D-21 fighters and the T-5 bombers were no match and almost
all were shot down. Our Marines were fighting in Rotterdam harbor, defending
the bridges and at the Aflsluitdijk, a dike in northern Holland in the
province of Friesland, the germans were delayed by Dutch effective counter
battery fire.
The Germans used fallschirmjaeger to capture bridges over the waterways
in western Holland. They lost many JU-52 transports, which was felt throughout
the whole war. finally we had to surrender after five days of bitter fighting,
the Germans had bombed the open city of Rotterdam and threatened to bomb
The Hague and Amsterdam as well, if we did not give up.
Five years later, on 5 May 1945, it was over again, when we celebrated
our National Liberation Day
all the best from Nijmegen
Jan Bos
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21.) MEMORIAN DAY SALUTE - Jim Klibbe
From: "Jan Bos" <circle82@wishmail.net>
Date: Thu, 25 May 2000 20:37:37 +0200
greetings from Nijmegen
Jan Bos
Dear Family & Friends:
I hope this will mean as much to you as it has to me. Please take the
time to listen and read all of this, it's well worth your time. Friendly
regards, Jim
>http://www.lovethissite.com/memorial/
>Jim Klibbe
>3113 Charles B. Root Wynd, Apt. 241
>Raleigh, NC 27612-5376
>Phone: 919-787-5280
>Email - <jklibbe@excelonline.com
>Retired and loving it
>Your North Carolina "cousin"
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22.) The Flag And What it Stands For
From: "Jan Bos" <circle82@wishmail.net>
Date: Tue, 9 May 2000 21:40:07 +0200
greetings from Jan Bos
Burn that flag... just ask permission...
>Written by Tom Adkins, (7/1/98)
What do we do about people who want to burn the American flag? You
know...those folks who want to stomp all over it, or spit on it to make
some sort of "statement." Some say the first Amendment gives us the
right to desecrate the American flag. Others want to make it illegal. This
is a tough one. What should we do? I can solve this one easily. I
believe we should have a simple requirement. Let flag desecration be legal,
but you have to have three sponsors who will give you written permission.
Those sponsors should be from a panel of experts who might be considered
"qualified" to give such permission.
First, you need a signature of a war veteran. How about a Marine who fought at Iwo Jima?
The men who raised that flag over Iwo Jima did so on the bodies of thousands of dead Americans, who gave their lives so a few could raise the flag in defiant claim of that last island in a long, bloody march to defeat the Japanese. What did those Marines think about the flag as they watched their comrades get slaughtered? Every battle with the Japanese was horrific. Each day meant half of everyone you knew would be dead tomorrow. Your own future was a coin flip away from a bloody death in a place your family couldn't pronounce.
Or you could ask a Vietnam vet who spent years in a POW prison, tortured in small, filthy cells unfit for a dog. Or Korean War soldiers who rescued half a nation from communism, or the Desert Storm warriors who repulsed a bloody dictator from raping and pillaging an innocent country, to find people from a foreign land kiss our flag as we drove through their streets.
To every American soldier who ever fought for the United States, that flag represented your mother and father, your sister and brother, your friends, neighbors, your fellow countrymen...In fact it stands for your freedom, guaranteed by your nation. Those who fought, fought for that flag. Those who died, died for that flag. I wonder what they would say if someone asked their permission to burn a flag?
Next, you need a signature of an immigrant. Preferably one who left their family behind. Their brothers and sisters languish in their native land, often subject to tyranny, poverty and failure, while America offers freedom and prosperity.
Some have seen friends and family be tortured and murdered by their
own government for daring to do many things we take for granted every day.
Many gave their lives in the struggle just to touch our shores, even
as America turns its back and returns them to face persecution once again
in their native land. For those who risked everything simply for
the chance to become an American...what kind of feelings do they have for
the flag when they pledge allegiance to it for the first time? Go to a
naturalization ceremony and see for yourself, the tears of pride, the thanks,
the love and respect of this nation, as they finally embrace the flag of
our nation as their own. Then, walk up and ask one of them if it would
be OK to spit on the flag.
Last, you need a signature from someone living in a foreign land who cannot get here. Say, Rwanda. Or maybe Bosnia. Maybe even Haiti. You might have to move fast, as they flee oppressors who attack them with machete's or shoot at them randomly in a marketplace. I'm sure they will never question your sanity as they duck for cover.
The writers of the Declaration of Independence are long gone. I wonder
what they thought of the American flag as they drafted that document?
They knew such an act would drag the nation into war with England,
the greatest power on earth. Did the flag mean anything to them?
They knew failure of independence meant more than just a disappointment. Itmeant a noose would be snugly stretched around their necks. I wonder how they'd feel if someone asked their permission to toss the flag in a mud puddle?
In the absence of family, the absence of the precious shores of home, in the face of overwhelming odds and often in the face of death itself, the American flag inspires those who believe in the American dream, the American promise, the American vision...
Americans who don't appreciate the flag are usually those who don't appreciate this nation. And those who appreciate this nation appreciate the American flag.
So if you would, before you desecrate the American flag, before you spit on it, before you ignore it or despise it...please ask permission. Not from the constitution. Not from some obscure law. Not from the politicians or the pundits.
Please ask permission from those who founded the nation. Please ask those who defended our shores so that we may be free today. Please ask those who fought to reach our shores so that they may partake in the American dream.
And then, please ask permission from those who died wishing they could, just once ... or once again...see, touch or kiss the flag that stands for our nation, the United States of America...the greatest nation on earth.
Tom Adkins
Executive Editor
the Common Conservative
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23.) Tale of a Stolen Flag
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Ed.: A sad but positive story, sent to Tig Dupre by one of our
readers, Jo Ella Lawrence. It shows that America is still made up of decent
people who care and honor service to the Nation. Hope they'll catch
the thieves and make them sweat (or hang'em high!).
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By Jo Ella Lawrence
Figured you may want to know about this news story from Hampton Roads.
There is a gentleman by the name of Joe Esposito, who fought in WWII, a D-Day vet, and veteran of the European campaign. (He was part of the 82nd Airborne). A couple of days prior to Memorial Day, someone stole his 82nd Airborne flag from his house.
Bad enough that this Combat Vet had the loss of dignity having his flag ripped off, but the timing was lousy. A columnist named Jim Spencer from our paper, the Daily Press highlighted his plight, and the outpouring was awesome.
82nd Airborne HQ sent him a replacement flag, and three commemorative medals, all from the Commanding General, Chief of staff, and the Command Master Sergeant. A flag was delivered to Mr. Esposito from AF Retiree Larry Welch. Two officers from Ft. Eustis delivered him a flag. Numerous citizens also called to give flags.
A shadow box was also made by a retiree for Mr. Esposito. Complete with his jump wings, 82nd pin logo, CIB, and WWII campaign ribbons on a green background.
It goes to show one that there are still citizens who care about sacrifice, integrity, and honor. (Note: all the flags and medals came from active duty or military retirees) I hope the thief (thieves) who took the original flag from Mr. Esposito are humiliated especially when they look at their "trophy."
Mr. Spencer's column hit it on the head when he stated the thief (thieves)
were clueless. I hope if they are ever caught, a Judge would see fit to
make the individual(s) fully accountable, and perform extensive community
service to Mr. Esposito and to the local VA hospital. It would be an excellent
lesson in humility. If this thief is any indication, the collective memory
of the nation is being lost rapidly of the tremendous sacrifice the WWII
made.
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24.) Ben Myers Military Association Locator
From: "Jan Bos" <circle82@wishmail.net>
Date: Sun, 30 Apr 2000 13:33:03 +0200
greetins from Nijmegen
Jan Bos
Happy Easter to you all from John and Margot Kline...
PLEASE NOTE CHANGE
On April 21, 2000 I sent you all the following URL for Ben Myers Veteran
Locator.
http://209.127.136.50/ben/Associationmenu.cfm
DO NOT USE THAT URL !!!!
Instead use the following...
Ben advises me that the URL is being/has been changed to:
http://www.military-network.com
When you get to that Home Page you will see, on the right side of the
screen, "Sgt Ben Myers....... etc.: CLICK on that frame and you will be
taken to the locator menu for Alumni/Association represetatives.
While on the Home Page, please scan the comprehensive list of information
choices. I just posted the 106th's 54th Annual Reunion, St Louis, MO on
the website - CLICK on REUNIONS ARMY
It may take a couple of days for it to be posted.....
John Kline 423/M
Past-President '97-'98
Editor, The CUB magazine
106th Infantry Div. Association (WWII)
jpk@mm.com
http://www.mm.com/user/jpk
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25.) WWII Question
Date: Thu, 11 May 2000 12:37:51 -0500
From: Teacher Resource Link <trl@childrensmuseum.org>
Dear Mr. Wilmink,
Hello. I am hoping you can help me.
For many years I have been interested in WWII, and in 1986 I started a
small WWII Living History museum. It has since grown to include both
US and foreign uniforms, weapons, equipment, and personal items.
The items are displayed many times a year to schools, historical societies,
and the like.
To help out the museum, in 1987 I began contacting WWII veterans. To date over 4000 veterans from 35 countries have been contacted. Their information goes either into a book telling of the war through the veteran's eyes, not some Hollywood ideal, or to help make our public displays better. That is where I am hoping you could help.
I am desperately trying to contact German veterans of the German military. I have been in contact with many veteran organizations in Germany through the Deutsches Soldatenjahrbuch, but I am always on the look out for more. Do you know of any veterans of the German military? If so, would you please pass on this letter, and see if they would be willing to participate. My mailing address is below, and the replies may be in German if the veteran wishes.
Here are the questions:
-Name, rank, unit
-Please describe a particular time in combat.
-What was the most memorable experience you have of the war?
-Were you wounded? Please describe the surroundings.
-As fully as possible please describe your uniform and equipment.
-While no day in the military, especially in combat, is "typical",
how did you spend a "typical" day in the field.
-Please describe your rations.
-What sort of personal items (letters, toiletries, etc) did you carry?
Please let the veterans know that any and all information, no matter how insignifigant they may feel it to be, is valuable.
Thank you for your time, and if you have any questions, please feel free to contact me directly. I hope to hear from you soon.
Sincerely,
Wm.T. Ripley
104 East Water
Pendleton, Indiana
46064
USA
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26.) WWII Historical Footage
From: "Dan Cordray" <cordrayfamily@home.com>
Date: Mon, 15 May 2000 20:35:16 -0500
On the 75th Division website, on the "Historical US footage 1945 webpage,
I notice a number of items which have reference to Siegen, Westphalia.
My wife was born (Dec 1944 in a deep hillside bunker) and raised in Siegen.
I am interested to learn if copies of those items are available? One of
the items is a film. Has this film been transferred to video tape? Please
advise whatever you can about cost and availability of the items listed
on the webpage which are historically relevant to Siegen.
I have become interested in trying to understand more about what occurred
within the Ruhr Pocket in the last months of the war. My father-in-law
(now dead) was somehow involved in the fighting in that area. He was wounded,
but survived. My wife did not ask him for any detail about his experiences
which he would have been willing to share before he died. While it is easy
to find considerable information about many other campaigns and periods
of the war, the period of the Ruhr Pocket seems to be a sudden blur at
the conclusion of the war. I have been glad to read the information contained
on your website, and I thank you and all others who are responsible for
this work.
I hope to hear from you soon re: copies as described.
Thank you.
Dan Cordray
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27.) Veterans Recognition Window Stickers
From: "bobk.wwiiusmc" <bobk.wwiiusmc@gateway.net>
Date: Sun, 30 Apr 2000 13:24:29 -0700
Hello,
- a HEADS-UP -
Thought you might be interested in a project we got involved in over
seven years ago. We were trying to come up with a way to help fellow
Veterans gain visibility in their communities on more than just a few special
holidays.
We decided to make Veterans Recognition Window Stickers. We call them VetSignias. Newspapers and magazines have been running brief articles about the stickers and we've sent them to thousands of Veterans in every state. Of course most Veterans have not yet had an opportunity to read about them.
We're not a business, just a loosely knit group of retired WWII and KOREA veterans with the time, know-how, and commitment to make a wide variety of the attractive, inexpensive, long-lasting stickers. We now make thirty-three different stickers, for WWII, KOREA, VIETNAM, PERSIAN GULF, OVERSEAS EXPEDITIONARY CAMPAIGNS, PEACETIME, and services; ARMY, NAVY, MARINES, AIR FORCE, COAST GUARD, MERCHANT MARINE. This is something a commercial enterprise probably couldn't do.
The stickers can be viewed at http://www.wat3.com/vetsignia. The Sticker Request Form at the site tells how to get them. We don't have the where-with-all to put up a web-site. A nearby company, World Anthem Technologies, Inc., did it as a service to Veterans. Take a look.
If you have a chance please help to pass the word about these distinctive
badges that offer proud Veterans 'every-day' recognition. Thanks.
Bob Kline, WWII/U.S. Marines
For the VetSignia group
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28.) Members of 75th Division
From: Kingfish-1@webtv.net (Curtis Deardorff)
Date: Tue, 2 May 2000 09:20:25 -0400 (EDT)
In checking for my name I did find it, but all of the other information
is incorrect. The correct information is:
Curtis C. Deardorff
Town---Lansdale
Unit ---G-291
Street---710 StolerAve.
State---PA
Zip---19446
I would appreciate your having this corrected and notifying me when
it is done. Thank you.
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29.) America, Home of the Fee? - Military / Veterans Health Care
Update
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Ed.: This article begins a series of recurring updates dedicated
to military/veterans health care issues. We hope they will keep active,
retiree and veteran communities apprised of ongoing national debates.
This article also introduces our new contributing editor for health care
issues -- R.M."
Pete" Peterson, Jr., AUS, retired.
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By Pete Peterson, Contributing Editor
For those of you who think the fight for our EARNED health care is not noticed by others, here are some interesting observations from outside our country.
A WWII RAF Pilot observes that in Great Britain, military retirees and veterans are shown considerably more respect than in our country. Their pensions are sound and their medical care is paid-up. Their fellow countrymen and Members of Parliament are behind them.
A WWII Wehrmacht soldier notes that a military retiree or veteran in today's Germany still commands respect, despite the darkness of that period of history, for they DID serve their country at great personal risk. Their retirements are secure and their medical needs are met without fee.
In today's climate of we are all citizens of the world, it is ironic that those abroad are generally appalled by the treatment of military retirees and veterans in this country. As the RAF pilot puts it: America is the Home of the Fee. Yesterday's heroes seem to have turned into today's burden.
When corresponding with both of these Veterans, one an ally and one a former foe, I received more genuine respect for service to my country than I get from my Government. But, that doesn't pay the medical bills.
You know there is a breakdown in military health care when our Medal of Honor recipients are denied prescriptions at a Military Treatment Facility (MTF). It happened to Colonel George E. "Bud" Day, USAF, Retired, MOH, and former POW of the Hanoi Hilton at the Eglin AFB Pharmacy. Although he had regularly used Elgin in the past, this time he was told the medication is no longer on the authorized DOD formulary.
Those of us of lower rank and status always expect a hassle over our health care with TRICARE, but this incident speaks volumes about the decline of the military health care system. We, active and retired alike, can no longer tolerate such disrespect for one of our own at a time that congressmen and senators are free to use the MTFs at their personal convenience, while retirees are denied access to these same facilities
We also know that installation commanders are now allowed to designate some of the higher cost medications still on the DOD formulary to be filled for "active duty only." Meanwhile, our 'youngsters' on active duty continue to run up other medical bills on their family's care and some face indebtedness they may never overcome.
Active Duty troops, and their families, should not have to pay a penny for their medical care, but they do.
With Colonel Day, they picked the wrong warrior to say no to this time. He' s also a lawyer and heads up the class action lawsuit for over-65 military retirees currently under appeal in Federal Court, Washington, D.C.
For those of you looking for a way to express your thoughts on healthcare, be in the Washington, D.C. on 11 May and show up for the "Muster." Military retirees from all over the country will gather in the Reflecting Pool Area, directly in front of the lower west side of the U.S. Capitol Building. Festivities and dissent over their health care starts at 0800 and should last until 1100. Following, there will be "sidewalk demonstrations" for the media. It won't be Earth Day, but it should be fun.
Ask your congressman or senator to drop by and meet the voters. Find out how hard their support is of HR 2966, HR 3573 and S. 2003. Put them on the record in time for the elections this fall.
Military retiree health care issues do not only affect today's retirees. Future retirees will not inherit "broken promises" over their lifetime health care benefits if today's retirees are successful in this fight. Under current law, when you turn 65, you lose your military health care and fall under MEDICARE. The rest of our Federal employees, including congressmen and senators, stay on their Federal Employees Health Benefit Plans, reputed to be one of the finest packages in the world. We are the only federal employees that lose their health care coverage when we hit retirement age.
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30.) Veterans' Health -- PROSTATE CANCER
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Ed.: Useful and potentially important info for all of us 'old
guys' who went there - did that. Hope none of you ever actually need to
use this entitlement. Jim H.
This info is about 45 days old. For more info, please contact
our Healthcare Editor, R.M. Peterson at dogman@bullshoals.net.
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The U. S. Dept. of Veterans' Affairs has recently made an important
decision and announcement concerning prostate cancer. If a military
member served anywhere in Vietnam, all prostate cancer is now considered
service connected. If the service member dies from prostate cancer,
the spouse is entitled to dependency and indemnity compensation from the
Dept. Of Veterans' Affairs. If you have or had prostate cancer and
served in Vietnam, you are entitled to service connected disability. All
claims and inquiries should be made at your nearest VA office."
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31.) Memorial Day Project
Date: Sat, 15 Apr 2000 20:29:45 +0800
From: "Bill Asher" <basher@northkitsapherald.com>
Sirs
My name is Bill Asher and I work
for the North Kitsap Herald, a small community newspaper in Poulsbo, Washington.
I am writing to you with the hope that you can help me with a Memorial
Day project that I am working on. The plan is to have a small biography,
and hopefully a photo, of every Kitsap County resident that has died while
in military service.
I am seeking any information that you might be able to provide on Staff Sergeant Arthur O. Bentson. We was part of the 391st Infantry Regiment. I do not know his battalion or company. He was killed in action on January 15, 1945 during the Ardennes-Alsace Campaign.
Any information you could provide, personal, military or other contacts, would be of great assistance.
--
Bill Asher
North Kitsap Herald
18887 Hwy 305, Suite 700
Poulsbo, WA 98370
360.779-4464
360.779.8276 (FAX)
Date: Mon, 24 Apr 2000 11:12:44 +0800
RE: Update Information
From: "Bill Asher" <basher@northkitsapherald.com>
Mr. Wilmink:
I believe there was an error in my initial information. I think Sergeant
Bentson was in the 291st Infantry Regiment of the 75th Infantry Division.
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From: Kingfish-1@webtv.net (Curtis Deardorff)
Date: Wed, 26 Apr 2000 08:59:29 -0400 (EDT)
Re: [Fwd: Memorial Day Project]
Being an officer in Company G. 291st Infantry Regiment. I knew Staff
Sergeant Art Bentzon and the details of the action at Grand Halleux, Belgium
where he was killed in acton on Jan.15, 1945 in the Battle of the Bulge
I have sent Bill Asher the details of this action for his Memorial Day
Project for the North Ktsip Hearld in the state of Washington where Art
was from.
.
Curt Deardorff
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32.) Memorial Day - Honoring Those that have Fallen
> ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
> Ed.: Another Memorial Day is upon us. Many politicians will render
empty speeches to honor our troops' sacrifices they personally never made.
Where the political speeches fail, the simple words of those who served
can stir the proper thoughts and emotions. The following piece is by a
former old Guard Officer. The attached poem was written by one of his soldiers.
On the upcoming Memorial Day, a salute and warm thanks from all of us to
the troops of the 3rd US Infantry who make sure that duty, honor and country
live on from the day you don the uniform, to the day you are recalled from
duty on this planet.
> ************************************************************************
> By Bob Milani
> Bob.Milani@spinetech.com
>
Memorial Day conjures up so many memories of a previous life.
A military life, a life spent as an infantry officer in command of American
soldiers. No greater honor exists in this world than to lead the wonderful
men and women of this blessed country. And no greater honor exists
within the military, as in command of soldiers providing military honors
to our fallen comrades. For more than a year I had the privilege
of company command in the prestigious 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old
Guard) at Arlington Cemetery.
>
> Those of you who have visited Arlington Cemetery and the Tomb of
the Unknown Soldier, know The Old Guard. These are the soldiers who
guard the Tomb and pay silent tribute to the Unknown Soldier. Each
of these Tomb guard's movements are executed silently, with precision and
grace. Each of their movements replicate a higher purpose:
That of bestowing honor on the dead.
Each movement is choreographed to replicate our nation's highest honor
-- a 21-gun salute; each Tomb guard does so with their 21-step cadence
and their 21-second salute.
Many of us remember President Kennedy's funeral at Arlington Cemetery: A horse drawn caisson, John-John's salute, the three rifle volleys, the mellifluous notes of Taps echoing in the hills of Arlington, and the folding and presentation of the flag to Mrs. Kennedy.
The daily life of the average Old Guard Soldier revolves around providing military honors at funerals conducted in Arlington. It was not uncommon for my company to be assigned more than 10 funerals a day - all of which were executed flawlessly.
Each of these soldiers took their job seriously and trained accordingly.
Whether as part of the casket team, the firing party or the marching
platoon, each soldier had a role to play and a job to do. Precision,
timing, teamwork, impeccable appearance, and discipline were the hallmarks
of The Old Guard soldier. There were no slouches. These soldiers
were the best the Army had to offer -- they knew it and I knew it.
When these soldiers were not conducting funerals, they were training to conduct funerals. No one wanted to make a mistake. The firing party strived to have seven men so synchronized that on the command of "Fire!" the volley sounded like one big "crack. " The eight-man casket team's goal was a good flag fold - a tight tuck with no red showing. All of these movements were choreographed with the military band, the caisson horsemen, the color guard, the marching platoon, and the bugler. Most of these commands were executed without verbal command and on silent cue. To witness a funeral at Arlington was to see attention to detail in its minutest form.
One who participates in these events cannot help but be moved. Many days I fought back tears. The days that I was assigned to present the flag to the widow of the deceased were the most difficult for me and the difficulty usually started at the playing of Taps.
No matter how professional an organization is, motivating a unit to perform a repetitive task at a high level of execution is not always easy. For me, personalizing the event as much as possible had the necessary effect of drawing out the best in my soldiers. Anything I could learn before the funeral about the deceased and their family I would pass on to the soldiers.
Soldiers do not express their emotions easily. I always felt that I was the only one struggling to maintain my composure, but I was not. The following story really defines The Old Guard and caring attitude exemplified by ist soldiers:
We were assigned to perform a military funeral for 2nd Lieutenant William P. Dever. We were to provide only a headstone marker and military honors for this man - 47 years after his death.
Three weeks before being shipped out to England, William Dever married a beautiful girl. Six weeks later his plane was shot down over the English Channel and he was killed. His body was never recovered.
In that very short time before his deployment to England, William Dever and his lovely lady, smitten with young love, had conceived a son. William Dever's son was present the day of his father's funeral, memorializing a father he never new. He walked next to his mother behind the horse drawn caisson. Since there were no remains, the caisson carried only an empty casket bearing an American Flag. The funeral was very moving to me and to my soldiers as well - more so than I knew at the time.
The day I relinquished command of my company, a soldier presented me the following poem about that funeral. It moves me to the point of tears every time I read it and takes me back to that hallowed place.
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In Memory of 2nd Lieutenant William Dever
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"Can you see me?"
I can see you; looking so lost.
The blank stare, the empty expression.
Emotionless you sit - broken, melancholy, I feel your pain . . .
A flag shadows the lawn before a quiet marker standing in silent
representation of a fallen hero; the one you loved . . .
Three sharp cracks that leave your ears ringing.
Taps is lifted up; the melody fills the air; it's tune wretches the
heart,
pulling out memories of happiness lost long ago.
As the notes fade gently to their rest; I can hear the sobs echoing
on the wind.
I watch you still; as the flag is folded. Mesmerized, I am unable
to look away.
I watch the strength - the composure, creep it's way back into your
spine.
A salute rendered, the flag presented.
To see you receive the flag, clutching it to you;
Maybe you feel you'll regain one last moment of closeness with the
one you lost?
I'm still watching you as the crowd slowly departs.
If you look up towards the silent formation on the hill you'll see
me too -
I'm the soldier with the tears in his eyes.
PFC Kevin W. Baker
Charlie Guard, 3rd U.S. Infantry (The Old Guard)
August 1991
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33.) D-Day Tribute Where Losses Were Heavy
From: "Tim Roop" <doggreen@beachin.net>
Date: Fri, 2 Jun 2000 15:49:09 -0400
I was in Bedford for the ceremonies along with Stew Bryant. There were
several guest speakers: Walter Ehlers, CMH (Congressional Medal of Honor).
He was a member of the 18th Infantry, 1st Division at Omaha Beach along
with his brother. The last time he saw his brother was when they were getting
on their landing crafts on 6 June 1944. Three days later, Walter would
be put in for the medal.
Ranger Sgt. Leonard Lomell DSC, Climbed the cliffs at Pt. du Hoc and
later would find the big guns across the coastal road in a field. The germans
were standing in a formation. He couldn't believe it! He put thermite grenades
into the mechanisms.
George "Jimmie" Green. An english landing craft operator that dropped
troops off in "Dog Green" sector of Omaha Beach. Unfortunately, they were
the company from Bedford. A-116th Infantry.
A B-17 Turret gunner also spoke. His plane flew 2 D-Day missions. On
the second, they had to crash land into the runway strip. The B-17 "Warhorse"
(nom de guerre) would never fly another mission. This fellow was in a wheelchair.
And many senators and "others instrumental in helping with funds".
3 Mayors from Normandy were there. Vierville-Sur-Mer, Colleville-Sur-Mer
and Cricqueville. With 40 french in attendance, and 4 very good friends
of mine. It was "truly" a great surprise!
Tim Roop
www.ww2dday.com
Next year will be the grand opening on 6 June 2001.
D-Day Tribute Where Losses Were Heavy
By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
EDFORD, Va., May 29 -- As thousands gathered, a granite arch and sculpture were unveiled and 13 flags raised today at the National D-Day Memorial, placed in this town because it lost two-thirds of its soldiers in the June 1944 invasion.
"I think there are a few days in our history that should never be forgotten," Jeannie Schulz told about 4,000 people who endured chilly, intermittent rain to witness the unveiling.
"Perhaps at times we have too many monuments, too many holidays and things of this kind," Ms. Schulz said, "but D-Day is not one of them. It is one of the days we should never forget."
Ms. Schulz took over as campaign chairwoman of the National D-Day Memorial Foundation after her husband, Charles M. Schulz, the "Peanuts" cartoonist and a World War II veteran, died in February.
The $12 million memorial, now partially completed, honors the 6,603 Americans killed along the coast of France in the D-Day invasion of Nazi-held Europe in World War II. A total of 9,758 Allied soldiers died. A dedication of the completed memorial is scheduled for June 6, 2001, the 57th anniversary of the invasion. Two sculptures were unveiled earlier. The parts unveiled at today's ceremony were a 44 1/2-foot granite arch and another sculpture, "Death on Shore," depicting a fallen soldier on the beach.
The D-Day invasion hit this rural farming community, with a population
of 3,200 that year, harder than most. Nineteen of its 35 soldiers died
in the first 15 minutes of the invasion, and 4 more died in the following
days.
The town lost more men per capita in the Normandy invasion than any
other place in the United States.
Though most say the tribute is long overdue, it has opened old wounds.
"It brings back a lot of bad memories," said a survivor, Ray Nance,
84. "I never really got over it. I'm not sure if I ever will."
Mr. Nance still has shrapnel lodged in his foot.
Bob Slaughter of Roanoke, chairman of the D-Day foundation, recalled
scurrying across Omaha Beach amid heavy gunfire and then pausing to clean
his rifle.
"It was then that I began to examine the extent of the hammering we
had taken," Mr. Slaughter said. "It was there that I realized the bloodied
price that we would pay for freedom."
Bedford, which has grown to 6,400, has been the focus of national attention over the years because of its D-Day loss. The military no longer forms units out of soldiers from a single community.
Some have grown tired of retelling their stories, while others, like
Lucille Hoback Boggess, 70, do not mind it. Ms. Boggess was 15 when her
two brothers were killed.
"Taking 19 men out of a small community was like losing a generation
of our young men," she said in an interview.
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35.) Korean War Veterans -- Service Medal Available
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Ed.: In time for the commemoration of the 50th anniversary of
the Korean War, a service medal is now available. Please pass this
on to eligible veterans and their families. The medal is probably
worth more than the Bronze Stars given for paper killing during the Kosovo
TV War.
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OFFICE OF THE ASSISTANT SECRETARY OF DEFENSE (PUBLIC AFFAIRS),
June 22, 2000
U.S. veterans of the Korean War are now eligible to wear a medal initially
offered to them more than 50 years ago, but never issued.
In a May 13, 2000, letter to Defense Secretary William S. Cohen, Republic
of Korea Defense Minister Seong Tae Cho formally announced that his government
would provide the Republic of Korea War Service Medal (ROKWSM) to eligible
U.S. veterans of that conflict, or to their surviving next of kin.
The medal will be provided at no cost to veterans. The U.S. Air Force has been designated the lead agency to receive and distribute the medals.
"On the occasion of the 50th Anniversary of the Korean War," Cho wrote, "the ROK government decided to issue the ROKWSM to pay tribute to the Korean War veterans for their historic endeavors to preserve freedom of the ROK and the free world." The two governments will conduct fiftieth anniversary ceremonies throughout 2000-2003 and medals may be applied for at any time during this period. The war began on June 25, 1950, when North Korean forces invaded ROK territory. The armistice on July 27, 1953, ended the fighting, although a formal peace treaty has never been completed.
The medal was originally offered by the ROK in 1951 to United Nations forces serving in Korea and adjacent waters. At the time U.S. law prohibited the U.S. military from wearing medals issued by foreign governments. Congress changed that in 1954, but by then most U.S. service members eligible for the medal had returned home.
In 1998 the government of the Republic of Korea renewed its original offer of the ROKWSM to U.S. military personnel. On Aug. 20, 1999, the Defense Department approved the acceptance and wear of the medal.
Approximately 1.8 million U.S. veterans of the Korean War are eligible to receive it. Next of kin to eligible deceased veterans can also apply for the medal.
To wear this medal on U.S. military uniforms, U.S. military personnel must have: served between the outbreak of hostilities, June 25, 1950, and the date the armistice was signed, July 27, 1953; been on permanent assignment or on temporary duty for 30 consecutive days or 60 non-consecutive days, and performed their duty within the territorial limits of Korea, in the waters immediately adjacent thereto or in aerial flight over Korea participating in actual combat operations or in support of combat operations.
The ROK specifies the eligibility period and criteria. Only the ROK-provided medal is approved by the U.S. government to meet the U.S. criteria for wear on the military uniform.
To apply, veterans must provide a copy of their discharge paper, commonly known as a "DD-214," or a corrected version of that document, a "DD-215." National Guard members must provide their statement of service equivalent, "NGB Form 22."
Additional information on how to apply for or request the medal can
be found by contacting the Air Force Personnel Center, Monday - Friday,
7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (CST) at (800) 558-1404, or the Awards and Decorations
Section (210) 565-2432/2520/2516, fax (210) 565-3118, or by writing to
HQ AFPC/DPPPRA, 550 C Street West, Suite 12, Randolph Air Force Base, Texas
78150-4714 or by visiting its web site at:
"http://www.afpc.randolph.af.mil/awards"
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36.) A cute site about life
From: "carol bradley" <bradley_carol@hotmail.com>
Date: Fri, 19 May 2000 07:45:44 PDT
A cute site about life
http://www.angelfire.com/ga/sweetgeorgiapeach/computerlife.html
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37.) GI HUMOR
(Large section this time - hope you enjoy it - Rolf
At the Pearly Gates
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Ed.: Even in the afterlife some can tell the services apart.
Success might be about being liked.
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One day, four young military warriors turn up outside the pearly gates.
St. Peter explained that before these warriors could pass they must answer
one simple question.
Up walked the first guy.
St. Peter asked, "What's 2+2?"
The 1st warrior answered: "3"
"NO" said St. Peter.
"5" ?
NO" said St. Peter.
"4"
"Yes, in you go!"
Up comes the second warrior. St. Peter asked him, "What's 2+2?"
He answered, "The Square root of 16."
Very impressed St. Peter allows him past.
Up comes the third warrior. St. Peter asked him, "What's 2+2?"
"It's greater than 2."
"Yes"
"But less than 6"
"Yes"
"It's greater than 3"
"Yes"
"But less than 5"
"Yes"
"It's 4"
"Well done; in you go!"
Up comes the fourth warrior. St. Peter asked him, "What's 2+2?"
"It's 5, Ooo-Rahhhhh!!!" and with no pause he barges past St. Peter
and in through the pearly gates.
Observing all this, an angel asked St. Peter, "What was all that about?"
St. Peter answered, "It's perfectly obvious: there must be a war on
earth, and those four men were all military officers who have been killed."
"How can you tell they were officers?" inquires the angel.
"The first guy was a Navy engineer, dumb as seaweed and crude as mud,
but he kept hammering away until he got through."
"The second guy was an Air Force pilot, who gave me more information
than I really required."
"The third guy was in Army artillery, who was uncomfortable with any
firm answer, but was bracketing to zero in on the correct answer."
"But what about the fourth guy?" inquired the angel. "He got it wrong,
and then tore through the gates anyway."
"Ahh," said St. Peter, "that was the Marine -- dumber than dirt, but
you've just gotta love 'em."
GI HUMOR - Combat Logic
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Ed.: And you think they can't count.
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During the Vietnam War, a Lieutenant asked a Marine why he was falling
back during a really fierce battle. "Didn't you hear me say that we're
outnumbered 4 to 1?" The Marine replied, "I got my four Sir."
GI HUMOR - Marines are Tough!
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Ed.: This is a true medical story from the Corps. It contains
some offensive language, so please blame Tig Dupre, special friend of the
Marines.
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A doctor was transferred to a very tough Marine Recon base. On the
first day, three Marines arrived to see him. The first Marine marched in
and snapped to attention.
"What seems to be the problem?" asked the doctor.
"I've got piles, Sir!" shouted the Marine.
"How have you been treating them?" asked the doctor, as he examined
the Marine.
"I've been rubbing my ass with a wire brush until it bleeds, Sir!"
"And, what is your ambition in life, Marine?"
"I just want to kill commies, Sir!"
The doctor was amazed that a person in so much pain just wanted to
do his duty.
Then, the second Marine marched in and said, "I have gonorrhea, Sir!"
"How have you been treating it until now?" asked the doctor.
"I've been rubbing the end of my penis with a wire brush until it bleeds,
Sir!"
"And, what is your ambition in life, Marine?"
"To kill more commies, Sir!"
Again, the doctor was amazed that someone in so much pain just wanted
to do his duty.
Finally, the third Marine walked in and the doctor asked him about
his problem.
"I've got ulcerated gums, Sir!" the Marine bellowed.
"And let me guess, you've been rubbing your gums with a wire brush
until they bleed, right?"
"Yes, Sir!" replied the Marine.
"And, your main ambition in life to kill commies, right?"
"No, Sir... to be the first to use the wire brush, Sir!"
GI HUMOR - Learning the Language
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Ed.: Transitioning out of uniform or retiring soon? Help is here.
When you're reading the Classifieds, this is what job ads "really" mean.
>From Tig Dupre's trick box.
> ***********************************************************************
"Competitive Salary"
We remain competitive by paying you less than our competition.
"Join our fast-paced company"
We have no time to train you.
"Casual work atmosphere"
We don't pay enough to expect that you will dress up; a couple of the
real daring guys wear earrings.
"Some overtime required"
Some every night and some every weekend.
"Duties will vary"
Anyone in the office can boss you around.
"Must have an eye for detail"
We have no quality assurance.
"Career-minded"
Female applicants must be childless (and remain that way).
"Apply in person"
If you're old, fat or ugly you'll be told that the position has been
filled.
"Seeking candidates with a wide variety of experience"
You'll need it to replace the three people who just quit.
"Problem-solving skills a must"
You're walking into perpetual chaos.
"Requires team leadership skills"
You'll have the responsibilities of a manager, without the pay or respect.
"Good communication skills"
Management communicates, you listen, figure out what they want and
do it.
GI HUMOR - Tips For Bosses of Military Planners
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Ed.: Caution! Many of these sound funny but are nothing but the
bitter truth. Power point and Perfumed Princes in charge make for hell
on earth for many staff officers.
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1. Never give me work in the morning. Always wait until 1800 hours
and then bring it to me. The challenge of a deadline is refreshing.
2. If it's really a "rush job," run in and interrupt me every 10 minutes inquire how it's going. That helps. Or even better, hover behind me, advising me at every keystroke.
3. Always leave without telling anyone where you're going. It gives me a chance to be creative when someone asks where you are.
4. If my arms are full of papers, boxes, books, or supplies, don't open the door for me. I need to learn to function as a paraplegic and opening doors with no arms is good training.
5. If you give me more than one job to do, don't tell me which is the priority. I am psychic.
6. Do your best to keep me late. I adore this office and really have nowhere to go or anything to do. I have no life beyond work.
7. If a job I do pleases you, keep it a secret. If that gets out, it could mean a promotion.
8 If you don't like my work, tell everyone. I like my name to be popular in conversations. I was born to be whipped.
9. If you have special instructions for a job, don't write them down. In fact, save them until the job is almost done. No use confusing me with useful information.
10. Never introduce me to the people you're with. I have no right to know anything. In the military food chain, I am plankton. When you refer to them later, my shrewd deductions will identify them.
11. Tell me all your little problems. No one else has any and it's nice to know someone is less fortunate. I especially like the story about having to pay so much taxes on the new Navigator.
12. Wait until my annual efficiency report and THEN tell me what my
goals SHOULD have been. Give me a mediocre performance rating. I'm not
here for the money anyway.
GI HUMOR - You Might be a Tanker, if.
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Ed.: Tankers, both Army and Marine are much different from any
other branch of service.Sometimes even their families can't figure them
out.
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the only ashtrays at home are 105mm shell casings.
you're always accusing your wife of turning the volume down on the TV, telephone, doorbell, etc.
you cannot pass gas without saying "On the way!"
you wish it wasn't illegal to stick your head out of the sunroof while driving.
you refer to Fort Knox as home.
you refer to George S. Patton as "Him".
you consider four as the right number of people to have in a family.
the only kind of scouts you are aware of are Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts.
you laugh whenever someone mentions the thrill of firing a big bore gun such as a .308.
"up" is no longer a direction to you.
you believe a hammer can fix anything.
you invite all your friends to a barbecue and all three show up.
you drive everywhere, even if it's two houses down.
your wife is always reminding you to bring the lounge chairs and cooler home.
you sleep better sitting in your chair than you do in your bed.
you can sleep through the worst thunderstorm but wake up immediately when your clock radio goes off.
you believe radial tires are overrated.
your hunting dog obeys such commands as; "halt", "traverse left/right", "forward" and "identified".
you were doing drive-by shootings before they were a fad.
you think nothing of your kids peeing off the porch instead of using the bathroom.
you use old track to surround your wife's small garden.
you replace all your wife's flower vases with shinier ones after each gunnery.
you get mad whenever your wife puts anything away and it's not by the load plan.
it takes you a few extra minutes in the morning to remember that the throttle for your car is on the floor.
you use your child's telescope to track passing cars.
your child's first words are "Not my echelon".
you believe that a combat load should not interfere with the amount of coffee and propane you pack.
you would help your kids with math if only you had all your fingers.
GI HUMOR - The Barber Shop
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Ed.: And you thought our "Zoomers" weren't calculating?
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In a small town near Washington, DC, a barber opened his shop for business.
A young enlisted Marine comes in to get a "high and tight". The barber asked the young Marine about his service, and a lot of small talk takes place. After the haircut is complete, the Marine opens his wallet and the barber said, "It's on the house Marine. Thanks for your service to this great nation." The next morning as the barber goes to open his shop, there is a box on his doorstep. In the box was a note of thanks and a "SEMPER FI" bright red T-shirt.
That same morning a young sailor comes in for a haircut. The same sort of story happens. They talk about Navy and other small talk. After the haircut is complete, the sailor stands and reaches for his wallet. The barber says, "No thanks, son. It's on the house. Thank you for your service to our country." The next morning as the man is opening his barbershop, on the doorstep is a box with a Navy ball cap and a thank you note.
That same day, an Air Force Colonel comes in for a haircut. He is decked out in his full dress blues. The barber is impressed and again, the same things happen...small talk about the service. When the Colonel goes to pay, again the barber says, "Not required, Sir, it's on the house. Thanks for your service to this great nation."
You guessed it, the next morning, as the barber went to open his shop,
there on his doorstep ... were three more Air Force Colonels!
GI HUMOR - How did you know he was a Lieutenant?
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Ed.: 2nd Lieutenants are unique creatures in all the services.
For those who have problems recognizing that uniqueness, here is some help
from Tig...
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He sent me a fax with a stamp on it.
He thought a quarterback was a refund.
He tripped over the cordless phone.
At the bottom of the application where it says, "sign here," he put
"Sagittarius."
If he spoke his mind, he'd be speechless.
When he heard that 90% of all crimes were committed around the home,
he moved.
It took him months to figure out he could use his AM radio at night.
He was staring at the frozen orange juice because it said, "concentrate."
He thinks Taco Bell is a Mexican Phone Company.
He told me to meet him at the corner of WALK & DON'T WALK.
When he was on the highway going to the airport and saw a sign that
said Airport Left, he turned around and went home.
Under education on his job application, he put Hooked on Phonics."
He studied for a urine test and failed.
He thought Boyz II Men was a daycare center.
It takes him two hours to watch 60 Minutes.
He sold his car so he would have gas money.
He looked into a box of Cheerio's and said, "OH, LOOK!! Donut seeds!!"
He couldn't be a pharmacist because he can't fit the bottle in the
typewriter.
What do you call 9 lieutenants standing in a circle? A dope ring.
What's the definition of "eternity?" 4 lieutenants at a 4-way stop.
What do you call a basement full of lieutenants? A whine cellar
Why do lieutenants have TGIF on their boots? "Toes goes in first."
GI HUMOR - The Essentials of Combat
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Ed.: Oldies but Goodies. Submitted by many readers, these
principles are good to follow in many situations, even in business!
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1. You are not a superman.
2. If it's stupid but it works, it isn't stupid.
3. Don't look conspicuous--it draws fire (that's why aircraft
carriers are called bomb magnets).
4. When in doubt, empty your magazine.
5. Never share a foxhole with anyone braver than you are.
6. Never forget that your weapon was made by the lowest bidder.
7. If your attack is going really well, it's an ambush.
8. No plan survives the first contact intact.
9. All 5 second grenade fuses will burn down in 3 seconds.
10. Try to look unimportant because the bad guys may be low on ammo.
11. If you are forward of your position, the artillery will fall short.
12. The enemy diversion you are ignoring is the main attack.
13. The important things are always simple.
14. The simple things are always hard.
15. The easy way is always mined.
16. If you are short of everything except enemy, you are in combat.
17. When you have secured an area, don't forget to tell the enemy.
18. Incoming fire has the right-of-way.
19. Friendly fire, isn't.
20. If the enemy is in range, so are you.
21. No combat ready unit has ever passed inspection.
22. Beer math is 2 beers x 37 men = 49 cases.
23. Body count math is 2 guerrillas plus 1 portable plus 2 pigs = 37
enemy killed in action.
24. Things that must be together to work usually cannot be shipped
together.
25. Radios will fail as soon as you need fire support desperately.
26. Anything you do can get you shot, including doing nothing.
27. Tracers work both ways.
28. The only thing more accurate than incoming enemy fire is incoming
friendly fire.
29. Make it tough for the enemy to get in and you can't get out.
30. If you take more than your fair share of objectives, you will have
more than your fair share of objectives to take.
31. When both sides are convinced that they are about to loose, they
are both right.
32. Professional soldiers are predictable but the world is full of
amateurs.
33. Murphy was a grunt.
GI HUMOR - Dead Horses
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Ed.: Native American wisdom, applicable to all government and
military institutions. Submitted by John Wainionpaa. Original author is
unknown.
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The tribal wisdom of the Dakota Indians, passed on from generation
to generation, says that when you discover that you are riding a dead horse,
the best strategy is to dismount.
In modern education and government, however, a whole range of far more advanced strategies are often employed, such as:
1. Buying a stronger whip.
2. Changing Riders.
3. Threatening the horse with termination.
4. Appointing a committee to study the horse.
5. Arranging to visit other countries to see how others ride dead horses.
6. Lowering the standards so that dead horses can be included.
7. Re-classifying the dead horse as "living impaired".
8. Hiring outside contractors to ride the dead horse.
9. Harnessing several dead horses together to increase the speed.
10. Providing additional funding and/or training to increase the dead
horse's performance.
11. Doing a productivity study to see if lighters riders would improve
the dead horse's performance.
12. Declaring that as the dead horse does not have to be fed, it is
less costly, carries lower overhead, and therefore contributes substantially
more to the bottom line of the economy than do some other horses.
13. Re-writing the expected performance requirements for all horses.
14. Promoting the dead horse to a supervisory position.
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