Happy Veterans Day!
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From: Jasper
11-Nov-23
To all the Bowsiters who have served, a sincere thank you! God bless!
From: RK
11-Nov-23
Happy Veterans Day.
The nation thanks all those that served !!
From: Bowboy
11-Nov-23
Happy Veterans Day All!
From: tthomas
11-Nov-23
We went downtown Calgary and took part in a celebration. They have the field of crosses for everyone who had died in a war. A ceremony at sunrise and sunset. I think of my dad at 18 crossing the Atlantic then storming the beach of Normandy. Those were men, real men, not pussies or soy boys. We owe them a great gratitude and we all need to keep up and stand up for the values they fought for. We will never forget but sadly many will. Our Canadian government is an embarrassment and we do not pay tribute to those who serve like my American friends do. You should be proud of that. Your friend, Tom.
From: Jasper
11-Nov-23
Very well said Tom and I could not agree more. God bless my friend!
From: badbull
11-Nov-23
tthomas, sorry to hear that regarding your Canadian government. I will be attending a neighborhood party down the street in honor of veterans. As a proud veteran, I appreciate people that acknowledge the service of all veterans as well. As you do, I think of the uncle that raised me who also stormed the beach at Normandy. Happy Veterans Day! Badbull
From: Glunt@work
11-Nov-23
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From: Zbone
11-Nov-23
Thank you Veterans for your service!
From: t-roy
11-Nov-23
Thank you and may God bless all who served!
From: scentman
11-Nov-23
Uncles on both sides of my family served in some form of service for our country... I am so fortunate to have shared many good times with those gentlemen... they truly were a different breed. Thank you Veterans. Just lost my last Uncle from the greatest generation, he served in Korea... came home a different person my mom said... he was 91, married to my aunt 70 plus yrs!
From: Stoneman
11-Nov-23
Thank you to all Veterans past and present.
From: Arrowhead
11-Nov-23
My Dad is a WW2 veteran. Served in the Navy on a destroyer escort ship when he just turned 18. Wednesday will be his 98th birthday. The Sea Isle City N.J VFW have setup a little birthday gathering for him. Dad and my Mom have been married 76 years. God bless our Vets.
From: Jasper
12-Nov-23
James, your Dad will be 98?!!! Wow, a true hero who has lived an amazing life. Please tell him Happy Birthday from the Bowsite and that he is admired more than he can imagine! I hope y’all enjoy your time together immensely. God bless!
From: Paul@thefort
12-Nov-23
USAF 1959 to 1963. Keep your flags flying high and never give up! My best, Paul
From: deerhunter72
12-Nov-23
Thanks to all who served and to those presently serving!
From: rickepanton
21-Mar-24
Growing up, I witnessed firsthand the sacrifices and dedication of my relatives who served in the armed forces. Their stories of bravery and resilience have left a lasting impact on me, and I'm forever grateful for their service.To all the Bowsiters and veterans out there, thank you for your selflessness and courage. Your contributions have helped safeguard our freedoms and protect our way of life. If you ever find yourself in need of assistance navigating VA benefits, I've found stoneroselaw.com to be a helpful resource. They offer valuable tools, including a VA disability calculator, to support veterans in accessing the benefits they deserve. Wishing you all a wonderful Veterans Day, and may God bless you for your service.
From: BIGHORN
22-Mar-24
Jasper, Thank you for starting this thread. Paul@thefort, you got out in 1963 and I served from 1963 to 1967. Life member of the DAV.
From: sundowner
23-Mar-24
US Navy 1967-71 . Radarman ll aboard the destroyer USS Willard Keith and USS Laffey. The Laffey is now a part of the Patriots Point Naval museum in Charleston Harbor, SC. alongside the USS Yorktown. The Laffey took several kamikaze hits during the battle of Midway and was still able to steam under her own power. Amazing crew.
From: keepemsharp
23-Mar-24
Army: 67 to 69 one year in sunny SE Asie, a real eye opener.
