Author Topic: Thanks to all the Vets! (Read 1625 times)

Guzzistajohn · « **on:** November 11, 2021, 07:39:16 AM »

Happy Veterans day and thanks to those who served!

My old man in North Africa. WWII right before going to Mt. LaDefensa and Anzio, Italy.

JJ · « **Reply #1 on:** November 11, 2021, 07:57:02 AM »

AMEN X 100!! Thank you ALL veterans who served..."The Home of the FREE...because of the BRAVE!"

...and don't forget to fly your flag today!!

My late father...in England, WW II...8th Air Force...390th Bombardment Group

yogidozer · « **Reply #2 on:** November 11, 2021, 08:23:07 AM »

Yes, Thank You all.

And Thanks to John for posting this.

Ncdan · « **Reply #3 on:** November 11, 2021, 08:25:58 AM »

Quote from: Guzzistajohn on November 11, 2021, 07:39:16 AM

Happy Veterans day and thanks to those who served!

My old man in North Africa. WWII

Absolutely 👍

guzzisteve · « **Reply #4 on:** November 11, 2021, 08:29:52 AM »

+1 Thank You Vets, hung our flag too.

Shorty · « **Reply #5 on:** November 11, 2021, 08:40:25 AM »

twowheeladdict · « **Reply #6 on:** November 11, 2021, 09:00:36 AM »

5 facts to know about Veterans Day.

https://www.defense.gov/News/Feature-Stories/story/Article/1675470/5-facts-to-know-about-veterans-day/

Thank you to all who served.

inditx · « **Reply #7 on:** November 11, 2021, 09:38:58 AM »

Yes, in whatever branch and in whatever position of service, we salute you all!
inditx

LowRyter · « **Reply #8 on:** November 11, 2021, 09:41:49 AM »

Forever thanks

larrys · « **Reply #9 on:** November 11, 2021, 10:41:03 AM »

Thank you to all who served. USAF '72-'76. The one restaurant in my little burg is owned by a vet who is active in several local veterans groups. Will stop by this afternoon for a pint.
Larry

twodogs · « **Reply #10 on:** November 11, 2021, 02:46:26 PM »

+++1 Thanks to all that served.
Bruce

Demar · « **Reply #11 on:** November 11, 2021, 04:09:06 PM »

Thank you Veterans!

Matteo · « **Reply #12 on:** November 11, 2021, 04:18:45 PM »

US Coast Guard flight mechanic 78-98 Alaska , NW and Great Lakes.

Guzzistajohn · « **Reply #13 on:** November 11, 2021, 04:28:45 PM »

Quote from: Matteo on November 11, 2021, 04:18:45 PM

US Coast Guard flight mechanic 78-98 Alaska , NW and Great Lakes.

I was just in Anchorage about a month ago

Kiwi_Roy · « **Reply #14 on:** November 11, 2021, 05:13:14 PM »

Quote from: Guzzistajohn on November 11, 2021, 07:39:16 AM

Happy Veterans day and thanks to those who served!

My old man in North Africa. WWII right before going to Mt. LaDefensa and Anzio, Italy.

My Father was also in Nth Africa and went on to Italy

cliffrod · « **Reply #15 on:** November 11, 2021, 05:59:27 PM »

Thank you to all veterans.

One of my old high school friends who lives nearby has an inlaw living next door who was credited with the first confirmed downing of a Japanese Zero during the Pearl Harbor raid. He was awarded a piece of the aircraft skin from that zero, which hangs on his wall in his home. Very cool.

Never take freedom for granted.

9fingers · « **Reply #16 on:** November 11, 2021, 06:01:27 PM »

I 2nd all of that.
Scott

TOMB · « **Reply #17 on:** November 11, 2021, 06:36:56 PM »

Your Welcome.

Tom Bailey

USAF 1966-1970

Iron Cross Junction · « **Reply #18 on:** November 11, 2021, 07:27:19 PM »

Absolutely.

And those are some grand pix of those who, as fathers, gave us life literally and also, along their military way, did so much for so many others by their service.
Followed that by eating supper at a nice restaurant. The sign at the door had "Today's Specials" ... followed by a colorful "Happy Memorial Day!" Sigh.

Anyway, I took advantage of today's fine weather and rode the Griso on some favorite local roads. Aside from the Stars & Stripes flying on our big pole, I put these at our gate.

Thanks to all who served, and to those, too, who are grateful for that service.

Bill

Guzzistajohn · « **Reply #19 on:** November 11, 2021, 07:52:43 PM »

Quote from: Iron Cross Junction on November 11, 2021, 07:27:19 PM

Absolutely.

And those are some grand pix of those who, as fathers, gave us life literally and also, along their military way, did so much for so many others by their service.

followed that by eating supper at a nice restaurant. The sign at the door had "Today's Specials" ... followed by a colorful "Happy Memorial Day!" Sigh.

Anyway, I took advantage of today's fine weather and rode the Griso on some favorite local roads. Aside from the Stars & Stripes flying on our big pole, I put these at our gate.

:thumb:Niiiice

Thanks to all who served, and to those, too, who are grateful for that service.

Bill

Moparnut72 · « **Reply #20 on:** November 12, 2021, 08:05:05 AM »

I wore a ball cap yesterday with US Army logo on it. I got a few thanks for your sevice. Something we didn't get back during my time in. '68 to '71 under the Surgeon General. Thanks to all who have served and are currently serving. I go out of my way to thank anyone I see in uniform.
kk

egschade · « **Reply #21 on:** November 12, 2021, 08:57:59 AM »

Two of my sons are veterans - one is still active duty. We talk about their service and as proud as I am of them, I can only partially relate not being a vet myself.

My one son pointed out yesterday how many confuse Veterans day with Memorial Day. It saddens him a little that most either ignore or don't know what's behind these days of remembrance. That aside, I wish all the veterans peace and thank you for your service. Hope you had a great day yesterday!

drdwb · « **Reply #22 on:** November 13, 2021, 09:06:01 AM »

Sometimes being a Veteran ( USAF 73-77) has its advantages. My license plate frame on the EV says USAF Veteran, suggested by a Navy Veteran friend. On a ride last summer I was burning the carbon out on a rural hiway and went thru a blind intersection where a law enforcement agent was stopped. The nice young officer caught up to me in less than a mile after I’d slowed down and pulled me over. He asked to see my license and DD214, a few minutes later he thanked me for my service, and told me about his service. He than reminded me that I’d have a better chance of still riding when I turned 70 if I paid closer attention to my speed. No ticket, probably close to 20 miles over, he had me. I thanked him for his service and said good bye. Seems many of our law enforcement officers are also Vets and there is a brotherhood of shared experiences.

Guzzistajohn · « **Reply #23 on:** November 13, 2021, 09:32:32 AM »

Quote from: drdwb on November 13, 2021, 09:06:01 AM

Sometimes being a Veteran ( USAF 73-77) has its advantages. My license plate frame on the EV says USAF Veteran, suggested by a Navy Veteran friend. On a ride last summer I was burning the carbon out on a rural hiway and went thru a blind intersection where a law enforcement agent was stopped. The nice young officer caught up to me in less than a mile after I’d slowed down and pulled me over. He asked to see my license and DD214, a few minutes later he thanked me for my service, and told me about his service. He than reminded me that I’d have a better chance of still riding when I turned 70 if I paid closer attention to my speed. No ticket, probably close to 20 miles over, he had me. I thanked him for his service and said good bye. Seems many of our law enforcement officers are also Vets and there is a brotherhood of shared experiences.

That's great! I've gotten similar results from Masonic references

Moparnut72 · « **Reply #24 on:** November 13, 2021, 11:59:10 AM »

A lot of former Army MPs went into law enforcement after separation.
kk

Advguz · « **Reply #25 on:** November 13, 2021, 01:45:57 PM »

Welcome Home

US Army 88=91

Thank you all

krglorioso · « **Reply #26 on:** November 13, 2021, 10:12:12 PM »

Next to marrying my wife 49 years ago, being a Marine is the smartest thing I ever did. I grew up real fast. I used the GI Bill to get a commercial pilot license in the early 70s and I get my primary care from the Veterans Administration (which is great, no matter a few bad experiences for some veterans). I have Marine Corps license plate frames on each vehicle; car, truck and 3 bikes. That has saved me a ticket or two back in the day. I'm sedate now (but not sedated). When I see another veteran at the VA, all I need to know is that he or she served. Mo matter any other distinguishing characteristics. They are brothers and sisters of different parents.

Ralph
USMC 1958-61

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Author Topic: Thanks to all the Vets! (Read 1625 times)