I honored, but not sacrificed. I was a potential "honoree" at Fort Bragg, North Carolina when President Johnson came to shake the hands of those of us who were about to be executed. Sorry, I meant, "sent to an unwinnable war in Viet Nam". I resolved not to extend my hand to him. Lucky for me, I somehow missed the opportunity.

I feel that our soldiers in Afganistan are in a similar situation. This administration is now making it a self serving political issue while our soldiers die. Gutless no-decision on sending reinforcement were the trademark of the Johson-McNamera civilians who ran the war from their comfortable offices while we were being killed. Speeches by the Commander In Chief mean nothing to people who are about to die.

Glad you are a 2nd ammendment supporter

Dear Mistress Milliscent
Amen to that sweet lady.
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Susan's pet,

I too am distressed by the way the current wars are being fought. I think it clear that our leaders (and our previous leaders) lack the political will to allow our troops to win.

There can be no greater betrayal of the men and women who wear our uniform than that of denying them the ability to win, quickly, and decisively.

M

Nate,

I am indeed.

It seems the most pressing question I have about the Second Amendment is what's my favorite handgun at any given time......

Baretta 92F, 9mm
Colt 1911 Series 80, 45 ACP
Olympic Arms custom 1911, 45
Walther P99QA, 40 S&W

I suppose that any will get the job done, but it's so hard to choose! ;-)

M

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I hope that you had a very good Veterans Day today.

M

Hello Milliscent,

Yes, you are right. It is nice from you to always have a kind word for them at this time.
We join you to thank these people who fought for the freedom. You know that we are concerned.
We must not live in the past, and must go forward, but we must never forget that, and keep it in mind as lesson. We also must take care of our precious freedom and try to never let anybody step on it.

Impossible to forget the true reason for this day.

Warm regards to all.
Christine and georgette.

Christine & georgette,

Thank you for your comment.

You are certainly correct that we must remain ever vigilant in the defense of freedom.

M

Dear Milliscent
I would like to ask susan's pet a question if I may.
I was at Fort Bragg NC from 1948 to 1952. I was with the 82nd Airborne Co. "A" First Bat. 504th Reg. Was susan's pet. Airborne? I missed WWII but caught Korea.
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I missed you by a few years. I was in North Carolina for a few months between reassignment from peace-time Korea to the on-going Viet Nam war. My entire company shipped to Viet Nam in late 1965. My enlistment ended in 1966, just when the real fun began there. I was lucky. But I did get to kick ass of the shithead peaceniks after I returned to the States. My problem with them was not their opposition to the war. I was opposed to the war having been in it, as compared to these shitheads who never knew hardship, and could go home to mommy in the evening after a tantrum, AKA "demonstration".

My problem with the peaceniks was their attitude to the returning soldiers. I am no Viet Nam hero, although I have known some, and I still honor them. Anyone who was against them was against me, which is why I still hold a grudge.

With respect to the Afghan involvement, I approved it from the beginning: take out the enemy, and be done with it. Now, however, I see the signs of our failure in Viet Nam being re-enacted. It is also similar to the Soviet Union's failure in Afghanistan decades earlier when the Taliban took over. Winning a war needs commitment, not indecision, excuses, and political correctness. At this point I say, "kick their ass or get out and admit failure". This so-called commander in chief does not understand that.

Susan's pet
I like your attitude. Your feelings are mirrored with mine. Howevever you didn't answer me about being in the 82nd.
I was set to go to Korea in 1950 but wound up putting the guys who finally went through basic training. After that we started our own jump school and put them through that also
They wound up being the 187th Airborne Inf. Reg.
I thought I would go with them but wound up starting a jump master school.
Thanks so much for answering me back.
Seems we have like interests
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Thankyou for your kind words for all of us veterans. The calling I answered when I became a Marine could not be denied,no more than the sun coming up in a few hours will be. It was my honor to serve.As to the post about how the war is being fought...Let go the dogs of war. Take the leash off our troops and sit back and let them do thier jobs. Semper Fi

rob,

Thank you for your service to our country, you and the men like you have provided all of the freedoms we enjoy.

I agree 100%. If we expect the military to fight, we must allow them to fight and win. Anything less is a betrayal of their sacrifice.

M