Funeral Held for Soldier Shot Outside Recruiting Center

KATV Channel 7 ^ | 6/8/09 | Associated Press

[HotLead61]

Little Rock - Army Private William Long was to have been on his way to his first posting today when, instead, he was being eulogized in his hometown.

Long, from Conway, was killed June 1 outside the Army-Navy Career Center in west Little Rock where he had volunteered to tell others about his military experience. A Muslim convert once imprisoned in Yemen has pleaded not guilty to capital murder in Long's death. He allegedly told police he targeted Army personnel "because of what they had done to Muslims in the past."

[HotLead61]

I am about to compose a firsthand report of today's events, which I will post below...

[pabianice]

Statement by President Obama

[2ndDivisionVet]

Will his parents or wife get full V.A. survivor benefits, as he was killed on active duty? If not, why not?!

[DonaldC]

Prayer to all those in the armed forces, under attack from those without and within.

[Bahbah]

Thanks. Will watch for it.

[Abigail Adams]

We salute you, soldier. Rest in peace.

[skully]

So lets shoot a “jihadi” recruiter and call it even.

[GeorgiaDawg32]

Beebe expressed shock that someone would target the American military so far from the battlefield.

The point is, according to these radical islamists, the battlefield is EVERYWHERE and is not limited to somalia, afghanistan or iraq..

[Diogenesis]

It meant a lot that Pres_ _ent Obama showed up.

[AuntB]

“Gov. Mike Beebe attended the service. Before the proceedings began, Beebe expressed shock that someone would target the American military so far from the battlefield.”

Well, good for Gov. Beebe. Now, call a press conference, get yourself on TV and demand to know why the media has refused to report a terrorist attack against the US military on US soil!

Un-be-lievable!

[smokingfrog]

bump!

[HotLead61]

To any & all interested parties:

I had the distinct privilege to represent all like-minded Freepers at Private Long’s funeral today. It felt really good to be in the company of so many patriotic Americans, whether they be active-duty military, retired veterans or just traditional patriots standing up.

I would say that there were between 400 and 500 people present at the church and burial site (Arkansas Veterans Cemetery in North Little Rock). About 200 of the total number were motorcycle riders, many (maybe most) of them being Patriot Guard Riders.

The Patriot Guard represented their membership very well. They were reverent, respectful, and resolute in their support of this soldier’s family & friends. As their motto states, “Standing for Those Who Stood for Us”.

I had the distinct privilege of meeting several of these nice folks, including the Arkansas Captain (”Camel”) and the VP of Membership (”Pete”). The entire time I was there, I knew I was among friends. I also came to realize that this is a group I’d like to join & support. Although I’m not a motorcyclist (maybe one day soon), they say anyone who wants to join can do so, by visiting www.patriotguard.org...

As far as the day’s events go, I have heard from the Guard members that the “Westboro” protesters had indeed assembled at some distance down the street from the church. The usual signs, emblazoned with “GOD HATES _____”, “IED’s are a Gift from God”, etc., were reportedly present, but I didn’t get to see them...State Law says that any such protests MUST be disbanded no later than 30 minutes prior to the starting time of the event being protested. [I also found out that Patriot Guard people were intimately involved in betting that bill passed.]

After I got there (just after 9:30 am), I was struck by the number of motorcycles parked in the church lot. American flags, POW-MIA flags, lots of leather & denim, lots of liberty-minded American patriots. I felt good about that, but bad at the same time for Private Long’s family & friends.

I proceeded to walk around the property holding my American flag, waving at the occasional “honker” passing by on Dave Ward Drive. When it was time to await the movement of Private Long’s casket from the church into the waiting hearse, the Patriot Guard moved “en masse” to line both sides of the breezeway through which the casket would be passing. I felt honored to stand among them.

Just before the casket was carried outside by the Honor Unit, the Honor Guard commander’s order of “PRESENT ARMS!” was obeyed by the Patriot Guard members, who raised a salute to their fallen comrade. It was a solemn moment as the casket was carried through that “Gauntlet of Honor”.

One other thing that I would like to mention is the reverence shown by so many drivers in oncoming traffic, as they stopped their cars & pulled off the road to show their respect. At one intersection, a police officer even held a salute as the convoy passed by.

At the cemetery, a military chaplain told of the high cost of freedom, which includes unexpected & heart-rending losses. He also presented the Gospel of salvation to all who could hear. In a fitting culmination, Private Long received a 21-gun salute and a solemn rendition of Taps. American pride swelled in my heart. I can only imagine that was the case with others there as well.

I concluded my adventure today at a lunch given by some local Patriot Guard members, at which any Guard members (and guests, such as myself) could be fed, refreshed, and engaged in fellowship.

I’d say that this day of vacation for me (as well as anyone else who took the day off) was time well-spent.

[AuntB]

“At one intersection, a police officer even held a salute as the convoy passed by.”

Thank you so much for your report and attendance. I managed not to cry until I got to that line.

I’m so furious at the media’s lack of reporting on this I can hardly stand it.

[MrB]

Oh, there was nothing to do with “jihadism” or “Islam” or “terrorism” in this incident. It was a “senseless act of violence”. Obama said so in his statement.

[Freee-dame]

demand to know why the media has refused to report a terrorist attack against the US military on US soil!

...and why the POTUS hasn't taken the time to make a statement about this incident. Some CIC. He's too busy on the golf course.

[The Sons of Liberty]

and why the POTUS hasn't taken the time to make a statement about this incident. Some CIC. He's too busy on the golf course.

If the soldier had shot the muzzie, instead of the opposite, I'm sure 0bama would've had a lot to say!

[AuntB]

This is the last thing obama wants to talk about. The Black panthers wouldn’t like it.

[Leftism is Mentally Deranged]

I want to see if 0 issues an apology for this. An apology to normal Americans for the crimes committed against them by members of the Cult of Death.

[HotLead61]

Interesting that you brought up the “Apology Tour”, becuase I was thinking about the effects of his disgraceful statements to many of those who owe their very existence to American sacrifice & commitment.

Last Thursday at the Memorial for Private Long, I wondered why we only got “thumbs-up”, “waves”, or “honks” from only 1 or 2 out of every 10 passing motorists. What I have come to realize, is that the incessant APOLOGIZING FOR and BADMOUTHING OF the USA, has done a lot of damage to American morale, both military & civilian.

His kind of attitude is tearing down whatever was left of American pride...and that is part of the “Progressive / Socialist / New World Order” playbook...[i.e., we are all “Global Citizens” now] disgusting, but we’re not dead yet! It doesn’t take a large percentage to make a difference, that’s been proven.

[HotLead61]

bump

[RetiredNavy]

Loved it!

[HotLead61]

“Evening-shift” bump

[Costumed Vigilante]

America Holds Its Breath Waiting for Obama Statement on Murder of Army Patriot by Black Muslim: Day 8

[EternalVigilance]

V-USA BUMP.

[HotLead61]

I thought the WH issued a statement last Wednesday evening?

[EDINVA]

It breaks your heart that this young man sought and found a place for himself in the US Army, completed his basic training and volunteered to aid in the recruiting, only to be laid to rest at age 23.

Frankly, I hope the cowardly jihadi con who gunned Pvt Long down has a slow fry on his way to the purported 72 virgins.

[~Kim4VRWC's~]

Here’s something, haven’t searched for the original article yet...

After 3 days, he issued a half-hearted statement.

Compared to his statement on the Tiller killing, this one might as well have been commenting on a traffic violation. He called it a “senseless act of violence”, thereby completely ignoring and covering up the motives of the shooter.

21 posted on 06/05/2009 11:26:39 AM PDT by MrB

http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/news/2265641/posts?page=21#21

[~Kim4VRWC's~]

Very heartwrenching and well written report. Thank you so much for sharing...I’ve thought about Private Long everyday...it’s so heartwarming to hear about the stretch of time when the patriot guards stand as one, and receive the respect from passerbys, and police officers as well. God bless all of you.

[LucyJo]

BUMP

[LucyJo]

Thank you for the thread and this excellent report. Prayers for the Long family and friends.

I wish Drudge would bring attention to this funeral and keep up with the case.

[Jet Jaguar]

Thank you for the report.

[HotLead61]

PING

[patriot08]

Thank you for posting this. God bless.

[Costumed Vigilante]

Compared to his statement on the Tiller killing, this one might as well have been commenting on a traffic violation. He called it a “senseless act of violence”, thereby completely ignoring and covering up the motives of the shooter.

Right. I must have overlooked the flurry of media attention...

Finally: Obama’s limp statement on the jihadi attack in Arkansas

Obama: A Man-Made Overseas Contingency Disaster

[swmobuffalo]

“At one intersection, a police officer even held a salute as the convoy passed by.”

Thank you so much for your report and attendance. I managed not to cry until I got to that line.

I’m so furious at the media’s lack of reporting on this I can hardly stand it.”

I too managed not to cry til I hit that line. And I’m so furious at the lack of respect and reporting on this I could spit.

[La Enchiladita]

God bless the soul of PVT William Long, taken so soon and so needlessly. And may the Lord comfort his family in their time of grief.

Thank you, Hot Lead, for attending and reporting to us.
It is gallant of you to share your attendance with us as a “representative.”

[~Kim4VRWC's~]

Yeah! Me too..I had no idea. Maybe he told the media to keep it on the “down-low”.

[~Kim4VRWC's~]

Btw, limp statment was a perfect description and thank you for the link! I’d rather read MM’s comments than the AP’s!

[pillut48]

This just makes me furious, that the so-called ‘commander in chief’ of America’s Armed Forces is just way too busy sightseeing all over Europe and can’t be bothered making even a one sentence statement offering condolences to Pvt. Long’s family and friends! >:-(

This better be reiterated again and again and again during the upcoming election cycle!

OBAMA HATES THE MILITARY!! Pass it on!

[Mr. Wright]

What do you really expect from the “State-Run” Media.
If that was Bill Ayers that was shot, it would be running on MSNBC, CNN, ABC, NBC, CBS, CNBC, et al. 24/7.

[~Kim4VRWC's~]

A link was posted above about his “statement”, but it might not make u feel any better

http://michellemalkin.com/2009/06/03/finally-obamas-limp-statement-on-the-jihadi-attack-in-arkansas/

[pillut48]

"American pride swelled in my heart."

And mine too as I ready your account of what happened today. For some reason it made my monitor get all blurry, I have to wait a minute for it to clear up...

I cannot pile enough shame on the head of the man in the oval office of the white house for totally IGNORING Pvt. Long's sacrifice for this country. >:-( So many prayers going up for Pvt. Long's family and friends as they deal with their grief and I'm sure anger at the way their son has been treated. FWIW, Bill O'Reilly was on this story tonite and he said that the MSM had devoted more than 3 hours of coverage for Tiller the Killer, while Pvt. Long's murder and the story of the first terrorist attack on American soil since 9/11 had only received about 36 minutes!! SHAME ON ALL OF THEM. SHAME!

[pillut48]

I wonder what the reaction would have been had Pvt. Long been black or hispanic? Could this be a case of discrimination against Pvt. Long? YES.

[pillut48]

Source

Danny Johnston/AP

Daris Long, red cap, salutes the flag-drapped casket of his son, Army Pvt. William Long, at Arkansas Veterans Cemetery in North Little Rock, Ark., on Monday. Long's mother Janet Long, center, looks on and brother Triston Long, top left, salutes.Source

Nice 3 minute video coverage here.

Interesting comments here:
Funeral held for soldier killed in Ark. attack
By JON GAMBRELL – 4 hours ago
CONWAY, Ark. (AP) — A soldier shot and killed at a military recruiting office in Arkansas last week was laid to rest Monday, though what his headstone will eventually read is still unknown.

Pvt. William Andrew Long's family must still decide whether his tombstone lists him as the first soldier to die at the hands of a terrorist since Sept. 11, 2001.

Daris Long, the dead private's father, has said he believed his son was a casualty of war. Federal prosecutors are deciding whether to press terrorism charges against his killer.


Source

Again, a comment that should be front page headlines across America!! Source
It appears Long was the first American service member to die as a result of a terrorist attack since Sept. 11, 2001. Though others have perished during wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, the Defense Department and a count by The Associated Press lists no domestic terror victims' death in the more than seven years since.

[~Kim4VRWC's~]

WoW the AP said first victim of terrorist attack—is that accurate? I recall some powder being sent in the mail,....

[Dane Dahl]

The WHY? of Terrorism in Islam

I am an American living in Asia. I am not Moslem, but I am a writer and historian. I would like to share some information with you: information concerning Moslem terrorism. It may help you understand what is going on in the Middle East, as well as significant parts of Africa, Asia, Europe, and now, even the United States. This is important because Moslem extremeists have already struck the United States; I am certain they will do so again; next time you and your loved ones, as well as a vast number of other innocent victims could be caught up in the violence.

Disregarding the social and economic factors that serve as underpinnings for Islamic terrorism, I will address the more fundamental issue: the religious teachings that sanction violence against non-Moslems… And against all women! Here are seven verses from the Koran. These scriptures have been translated into modern English.

…murder, crucify, or cut off the hands and feet of non-Moslems…Chapter 5 Verse 33 - The Koran
…create terror in the hearts of non-Moslems …cut off their heads…Chapter 8 Verse 12 - The Koran
…and fight non-Moslems until Allah’s religion is the only one…Chapter 8 Verse 39 - The Koran
…of all the loot you plunder from non-Moslems, 20% belongs to Allah and to Mohammed. Chapter 8 Verse 41- The Koran (Author’s note: Loot included kidnapped female sex-slaves.) …Take as many as four wives from the women you are sexually attracted to … Chapter 4 Verse 3 - The Koran
…God has made men superior to women… Virtuous women are obedient. If a woman becomes disobedient, beat her. Chapter 4 Verse 34 - The Koran
…When it comes to marriage, Allah makes it legal for you to take as wives, women whom your right hand possesses. Chapter 33 Verse 50 - The Koran (Author’s note: This verse talks about the “loot” non-Moslems call… kidnapped female sex-slaves.)

Most people in the western world have never heard of these astonishing scriptures, but they are in the Koran … along with a relatively short list of others, just like them. This is important because not all Moslems are the same; there are two very different types. Militant Moslems view these verses as commandments from God. They think they apply to life in the Twenty-first Century and they try to use them, regardless of the suffering and mayhem they create, whereas moderate Moslems ignore such verses because they were uttered a long time ago: when the Arabian peninsula, from whence Islam came, was a very primitive place.

Historians tell us these terrorist teachings are part of a cluster of ferocious beliefs that were deliberately added to one specific part of the formerly peaceful and tolerant Koran. These changes were done years after the faith was first organized. In fact, historians also tell us Islam didn’t simply fall from the sky as a full-blown religion, but rather evolved from a persecuted sect of Jewish-Christians. The first Moslems were actually part of a larger group of Jesus’ followers called the Ebionites.

Ebionites were peace-loving disciples of Christ, who shared their wealth with fellow believers, and taught that a man should marry only one wife. In fact, women were much more independent in the Ebionite-days of Islam. They were more influential too. I say this because my research has determined that the first prophet of Islam may have been someone other than Mohammed: I believe the first prophet was a very special woman named Khadija the Pure. Khadija was Mohammed’s first and only wife for twenty-four years. She was his former employer and Khadija was fifteen years older than Mohammed. She was also was an influential Arabian princess who was extremely wealthy. Even though Khadija was part of the royal family that controlled worship in the all-important Kabba Temple, with more than 300 pagan gods and goddesses, she became an Ebionite Christian.

After Khadija’s death, Islam was hijacked by a cartel of corrupt men. New beliefs were added, old beliefs were deleted or relegated to unimportance, and the religion was changed beyond recognition. In the end, Islam abandoned key Ebionite Christian teachings and turned cruel and predatory; women suffered the most: they became the focus of repression, scorn, and violence.

Today, although moderate Moslems are loath to admit these facts, and many of them are terrified to voice criticism of their militant Islamic brothers, because of fear that violence will come to them and their families, the fact remains that these added teachings are not the original beliefs of Islam; they are amendments: They are the terrorist teachings of Islam.

In the near future, militant Moslems hope to unleash a series of unimaginable calamities upon the United States and the rest of the world. Because the terrorist teachings that were deliberately added to the Koran sanction such evils as deception, treaty breaking, and war, as well as looting, murder, kidnapping, terrorism, and human slavery (including sexual slavery), so long as these crimes are directed against non-Moslems, there is no limit to the things these lunatics can do. But the scariest part: Militant Moslems will do everything… in the name of God (Allah). If they die while committing these crimes against humanity, the fools believe Allah will bless them and give them seventy virgin brides as an eternal reward for their brutality.

Are you are interested in learning more about an array of Islamic topics including: Khadija the Pure, the Seventy Virgins, or militant Moslem terrorism and its involvement in modern human slavery? Visit The Moslem Institute website: www.TheMoslemInstitute.com

The Moslem Institute website is published as a free service by
Dane Dahl, historian and author of The Pox of Mohammed.
This missive is being sent to you for informational purposes only. Any replies can be directed to the following email address: historian@themosleminstitute.com, or to the following mail drop in the United States: Dane Dahl, P.O. Box 190 #04073, Jefferson, OR 97352.
All the best,
Dane Dahl
For more information visit The Moslem Institute website: www.TheMoslemInstitute.com

[Guenevere]

bttt

[MS.BEHAVIN]

RIP Private Long.
May God welcome you home.

[HotLead61]

Great Pic. BUMP!

[MS.BEHAVIN]

Thank you!
Thank you too, for your AAR regarding Pvt Longs funeral.
The pic I posted, is from the funeral of Corey Dan, and was my first mission in the PGR.
The Phelps threatened to picket this funeral too.
3000 people showed up to support the family.
There were about 400 bikes too, that came from Rolling Thunder, Sarcens, and more, as well as the PGR.
(Funny, the Phelps never did make it)
*evil grin*