How does one even begin to pay tribute so someone like her? “Lost for words” is … Raquel Welch, passes at 82. Thanks for the memories and so much more.Read more
War Stories
Oldest destroyer sunk by enemy fire found
The wreck of the USS Jacob Jones, the first destroyer ever sunk by enemy fire, has … Oldest destroyer sunk by enemy fire foundRead more
Medal of Honor awardee Simanek passes on. Only 2 from Korea remain
Robert E. Simanek, 92, passed August 4 in West Bloomfield, MI. He was awarded the Medal … Medal of Honor awardee Simanek passes on. Only 2 from Korea remainRead more
Valor Friday
Continuing my series of people have fought for more than one army in modern times, this … Valor FridayRead more
Ukraine war update
I troll Twitter so you don’t have to. Doesn’t look like things are going well for … Ukraine war updateRead more
Christmas in Bastogne
Poetrooper, being a veteran of the 101st Airborne Division, wanted to remind us of the Christmas … Christmas in BastogneRead more
December 7, 1941 – 80 Years Ago Today
Usually, the USS Arizona gets the most recall of events, but lest we forget, all the … December 7, 1941 – 80 Years Ago TodayRead more
Georgia WWII veteran given French Legion of Honor for his role in liberating France
98-year-old Master Sergeant Louis Graziano received France’s highest honor, the Legion of Honor for his service … Georgia WWII veteran given French Legion of Honor for his role in liberating FranceRead more