Cascade Crew

[Al Hasse]

I found this video supposedly created by the Republican Senatorial Committee which sums it up nicely. Thank you to our Veterans


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1RQ-TmJ0EAk&eurl=http://cayankee.blogs.com/cayankee/2007/11/vetrans-day-200.html


A Proclamation By the President of the United States of America

Throughout our history, America has been protected by patriots who cherished liberty and made great sacrifices to advance the cause of freedom. The brave members of the United States Armed Forces have answered the call to serve our Nation, ready to give all for their country. On Veterans Day, we honor these extraordinary Americans for their service and sacrifice, and we pay tribute to the legacy of freedom and peace that they have given our great Nation.

In times of war and of peace, our men and women in uniform stepped forward to defend their fellow citizens and the country they love. They shouldered great responsibility and lived up to the highest standards of duty and honor. Our veterans held fast against determined and ruthless enemies and helped save the world from tyranny and terror. They ensured that America remained what our founders meant her to be: a light to the nations, spreading the good news of human freedom to the darkest corners of the earth.

Like the heroes before them, today a new generation of men and women are fighting for freedom around the globe. Their determination, courage, and sacrifice are laying the foundation for a more secure and peaceful world.

Veterans Day is dedicated to the extraordinary Americans who protected our freedom in years past, and to those who protect it today. They represent the very best of our Nation. Every Soldier, Sailor, Airman, Marine, and Coast Guardsman has earned the lasting gratitude of the American people, and their service and sacrifice will be remembered forever. In the words of Abraham Lincoln: " . . . let us strive on to finish the work we are in, to bind up the Nation's wounds, to care for him who shall have borne the battle . . . ." On this Veterans Day, I ask all Americans to express their appreciation to our Nation's veterans.

With respect for and in recognition of the contributions our service men and women have made to the cause of peace and freedom around the world, the Congress has provided (5 U.S.C. 6103(a)) that November 11 of each year shall be set aside as a legal public holiday to honor our Nation's veterans.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim November 11, 2007, as Veterans Day and urge all Americans to observe November 11 through November 17, 2007, as National Veterans Awareness Week. I encourage all Americans to recognize the valor and sacrifice of our veterans through ceremonies and prayers. I call upon Federal, State, and local officials to display the flag of the United States and to support and participate in patriotic activities in their communities. I invite civic and fraternal organizations, places of worship, schools, businesses, unions, and the media to support this national observance with commemorative expressions and programs.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of October, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-second.

GEORGE W. BUSH

[Dewey316]

Yes, thanks all of you how have served, or are serving.

[alloy]

Someone just sent this picture to me for veteran's day. I was humbled when I read it especially since the quote came from someone I respect very much.

And thank you to everyone who has ever served our country, and the sacrifices their familes made to keep our way of life free.

We truly live in the land of the free because of the brave.

[Xophertony]

i have said it before: no one is more American then a veteran. you guys risked life/lost life for this great nation. thanks.

[Schultzy89GTA]

[iansane]

[Quasi-Traction]

In all seriousness, Veterans of our Armed Services commend the highest amount of respect from me.

[Al Hasse]

[RSFreak]

You're welcome (even though I missed my unit's deployment to the first Gulf War by a couple of months!)

My grandfather served as an infantry officer in WWII, Korea and Vietnam. He is a true American Hero in my book.

[Quasi-Traction]

Two Vets in my family:

Grandpa was a Jar Head. Did most of his enlistment in the S. Pacific during WWII.

Dad served in the Army (Though drafted) Most of his time served was as an Instructor at Fort Bragg, only was in Vietnam for about 10 months. He worked as a Supply Clerk. I forget where he was stationed.

[Dewey316]

Yeah, I also have several vets in my family.

Both of my Grandpa's served during WWII. My Dad served during Vietnam with the 101st. I had a couple of Uncles who also served. The WWII vets always amaze me. My Grandpa hitch hiked from North Dakota to San Diego when he was 16, to join the Navy. That whole generation just shows what it is like when the whole country is behind the cause.

We also have a lot of Vets in this group, from several different branches. So once again, thank you so much to all the served our great country!

[STEEL]

Thank you to all the people that have already served, Ill be backing ya'll soon

[Al Hasse]

As far as I know my father was the first in the family, he served during Korea and Viet Nam in the Submarine Service. My brother and I followed suit and served during the first Gulf war. Though none of us saw any real action, the Cold War was as real as any for us on the missile submarines.

[Quasi-Traction]

[Kage87Z]

I was 17 and 1 day old when I raised my hand. Headed off to Ft. Ord. and then Knox. Armored reconnaissance 11 Dumdum.

They changed the name to "Scouts" because no one could spell "reconnaissance." In fact, in the midst of my MBA, I STILL can't spell it, inless I'm using ie spell.

[JohnnyIROC-Z]

So my ship came back from deployment today. I've been back a week but I went and watched her pull in. So from myself and the rest of my comrades on her, Thanks!

[Roshambo]

This is kinda an old post. But thanks to everyone who has served.

I'm still in Okinawa.. and I "fight crime" daily. I got my orders to Camp Pendleton, CA, leave the island June 2008.

CAN.... NOT.... WAIT.

[Kage87Z]