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"The 2 guys you don't wanna be on a submarine. 1 = the guy who didin't hang the "blowing sanitary tanks" in the Captains or Goat Locker head. 2 = the guy who didn't read the sign when he entered the head. Either case somebody is gonna get covered in…"
"The problem lies in the cost to issue the medals to everyone who earned them. I've heard extremely exaggerated numbers on the actual expense but that is what the objection has been in the past. Most of the Veterans groups already recognize one or…"
"I met a Vietnam Vet (Marine) down in the keys while snorkeling, who had a friend (his sisters boyfriend) who was on the Thresher when she went down on Eternal Patrol. We have to be thankful that other than Korea and Vietnam, we were fortunate during…"
"I've joined the VFW (life member) and SubVets. Thinking about American Legion. I'll admit I see the AMVETs doing a lot more in the community than the VFW and AL. I haven't been here long so probably not fair to pass judgement on them completely. The…"
"David,
It's bad enough Vietnam Vets got it from the ignorant public, but should never got it from another Vet. No excuse for that under any circumstance. I would hope that in this day and time you would find nothing but open arms within any…"
It's bad enough Vietnam Vets got it from the ignorant public, but should never got it from another Vet. No excuse for that under any circumstance. I would hope that in this day and time you would find nothing but open arms within any…"
"I am the youngest member I know of in both my VFW and SubVets post at the age of 48. I haven't joined theAmVets or AL, however I might choose to so. Can't seem to get passed the "good ol' boys" club at the VFW. They like the way they have done…"
"Unwise granting interview with an anti-military, anti-war publication like "Rolling Stone." I think any of us in any job would face the same response if we spoke of our employer in the same manner. That said, nothing he said wasn't without substance…"
"If my understanding is correct, the govt gives more tax credits to employers of combat era veterans. They don't have to serve directly in the combat zone, but be on active duty during the time frame. That is also how the AL determines eligiblity on…"
"A veteran is a veteran. Some have more medals, some pay the ultimate sacrifice. The fact is we all put the uniform on with the same risk every day. Some never see combat, some saw more than their share. But the willingness to do what we are called…"
"Welcome aboard! I was in the shipyards next door to the Vinson while she was being buildt. Got to take a tour of her, that's one huge ship."
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