'Band of Brothers' Commander Richard 'Dick' Winters Dies

Richard "Dick" Winters, the Easy Company commander whose World War II exploits were made famous by the book and television miniseries "Band of Brothers," died last week in central Pennsylvania. He was 92.

An intensely private and humble man, Winters had asked that news of his death be withheld until after his funeral, Jackson said. Winters lived in Hershey, Pa., but died in suburban Palmyra.

The men Winters led expressed their admiration for their company commander after learning of his death.
William Guarnere, 88, said what he remembers about Winters was "great leadership."
When people asked whether he was a hero, he echoed the words of his World War II buddy, Mike Ranney: "No, but I served in a company of heroes."

Rest in Peace~Soldier

Medal of Honor recipient Salvatore Giunta

US Army Staff Sergeant Salvatore Giunta is the first living Medal of Honor recipient for service in Iraq and Afghanistan

Well Done Soldier !

Holocaust program Tuesday at Rockwern



Stories of men and women who saved Jewish lives during the Holocaust will be shared at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday at Rockwern Academy, 8401 Montgomery Road, Sycamore Township.

The program:  "Challenges of the Rescuers and the Rescued," is presented by the Center for Holocaust and Humanity Education. Stanlee Stahl, executive vice president of the New York City-based Jewish Foundation for the Righteous, will speak about the people who risked their lives and the lives of their families by aiding, hiding and saving Jewish lives during the Holocaust.
The event will also recognize Geneva, Ind., resident Anne-Willem Meijer. As an 11-year-old boy in Holland, Meijer delivered ration books for resistance leader Corrie ten Boom to aid Jews in hiding during the Holocaust. The Meijer family also hid Jews inside their own home.
The program is free and open to the public, but reservations are suggested. To make reservations, contact Frances Donohue at 513-487-3055 or

Thanks to all currently serving and all our Vets

It is the VETERAN/SOLDIER, not the preacher, who has given us freedom of religion.

It is the VETERAN/SOLDIER, not the reporter, who has given us freedom of the press.
It is the VETERAN/SOLDIER, not the poet, who has given us freedom of speech.
It is the VETERAN/SOLDIER, not the campus organizer, who has given us freedom to assemble.
It is the VETERAN/SOLDIER, not the lawyer, who has given us the right to a fair trial.
It is the VETERAN/SOLDIER, not the politician, who has given us the right to vote.

Thank Our Vets and Those Currently Serving

The Greatest Generation

Honor Our Vets

We have many Hero's who protect our safety and freedom.

When was the last time you told one, "THANKS"?

Veterans

Soldiers

Sailors

Airmen

Marines

National Guard

Coast Guard

Reservist

Police Officers

Firemen

Correction Officers

Border Patrol

First Living Soldier Since Vietnam Awarded Military's Highest Honor
On Oct. 25, 2007, 22 year-old Army Spc. Salvatore Giunta raced head-on into an enemy ambush to save the lives of two American soldiers during a deadly fire fight in one of the most inhospitable regions of eastern Afghanistan.

Giunta saved the life of one soldier and prevented Sgt. Josh Brennan, who later died of his wounds, from being carried away by Taliban fighters.
Giunta, who has since been promoted to sergeant, got a call two years later from President Obama -- he was to be the first living soldier since the Vietnam War to receive the Medal of Honor.
Giunta says he doesn't feel like a hero. "No more than every single service member in the United States military today,"
But he'll be the first living recipient to receive the award from either Iraq or Afghanistan, and a hero's treatment is what he's likely to receive.
Army Sgt. Salvatore Giunta is the first living soldier to be awarded the Medal of Honor since the Vietnam War. 
"Sgt. Giunta distinguished himself by acts of gallantry at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty
Brennan's father, Mike Brennan, told news sources that if it wasn't for Giunta's actions, "we may never have gotten my son back."

Giunta, born in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, is now the eighth service member to receive the award since the start of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. All those before him received the award posthumously.

Well Done Sgt. Giunta !  You are a true American Hero.

September 11th.

Please fly your flag today in Honor and Respect for all who lost their lives on 9/11 and all who are currently serving and for those who have lost their lives defending our freedom

Today marks the end of America's combat mission in Iraq. We salute all our brave servicemen and women for all that they have done and all that they continue to do. Now let's bring them home safe!

Honoring Those Who Serve Event

Dean Smittle, USAF (ret.), military analyst for WLW radio's Jim Scott Show and for Cincinnati's WCPO-TV Morning News, will speak at Custenborder Park at 1 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 2, in conjunction with "Honoring Those Who Serve," a Vietnam War veterans-appreciation event presented by the Shelby County Historical Society.

Area high school students will attend the lecture and the public also is invited. There is no admission charge. Attendees should take their own lawn chairs to sit on.
A disabled veteran, Smittle has just been elected to the Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame. He will speak about dedication to country and the sacrifices made by individuals and families. He will recount stories from World War II, the Korean Conflict, the Vietnam War, and the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.

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I PLEDGE ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AND TO THE REPUBLIC FOR WHICH IT STANDS, ONE NATION UNDER GOD, INDIVISIBLE, WITH LIBERTY AND JUSTICE FOR ALL.(I grew up saying this every morning in school - it's a shame we no longer do that for fear of offending ......someone).

A U.S. military member is somewhere in the world tonight missing his/her family while you are safe at home. In the minute it takes you to read this, military members all over the world are not only saving lives, but sacrificing their own for your freedom. It's Military Appreciation ...Week.

Lt. Gen. George S. Patton, U.S. Third Army commander, pins the Silver Star on Private Ernest A. Jenkins of New York City for his conspicuous gallantry in the liberation of Chateaudun, France. October 13, 1944