FReeper Canteen ~ Remembering Our Troops!! ~ 06 February 2014

Serving The Best Troops and Veterans In The World !! | The Canteen Crew

[Kathy in Alaska]

~ The FReeper Canteen Presents ~

~ Remembering Our Troops!! ~

TRACK VICTORY

Marine Corps veteran Cpl. Manual Jimenez wins the men's 1500 upper body amps and limb disjunction race during the 2013 Warrior Games track and field competition in Colorado Springs, CO, May 14, 2013. More than 200 wounded, ill, and injured service members and veterans will compete in the games, which run through May 16. The military service with the most medals will win the Chairman's Cup. DOD photo by EJ Hersom

Canteen Mission Statement

Showing support and boosting the morale of
our military and our allies' military
and family members of the above.
Honoring those who have served before.

SHOWING THE WAY

U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class, Sal Somoza motions toward the justice center building to other soldiers while maintaining security during a meeting with the Farah provincial chief justice in Farah City, Afghanistan, May 4, 2013. U.S. Navy Chief Petty Officer Josh Ives

RACE WINNER

Army Spc. Elizabeth Wasil wins gold in the 1500 meter wheelchair race during the 2013 Warrior Games in Colorado Springs, CO, May 14, 2013. The military service with the most medals will win the Chairman's Cup. DOD photo by EJ Hersom

HARD-EARNED POINT

Marine Corps sitting volleyball teammates celebrate a hard-earned point against the Army during the sitting volleyball tournament during the 2013 Warrior Games in Colorado Springs, CO, May 13, 2013. U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Tyler L. Main

FIRE FOCUS

Marine Corps Sgt. Jorge Toledo fires his air rifle during the permanent disability shooting competition at the 2013 Warrior Games at the U.S. Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, CO, May 13, 2013. Toledo is assigned to Wounded Warrior Battalion West. U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Corey Dabney

AIR RIFLES

Competitors line up to fire air rifles during the 2013 Warrior Games at the U.S. Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, CO, May 13, 2013. More than 200 wounded, ill, and injured service members and veterans will compete in the games, which run through May 16. DOD photo by EJ Hersom

LEADING THE PACK

Marine Cpl. Michael Politowicx leads a pack of racers during the 2013 Warrior Games in Colorado Springs, CO, May 12, 2013. DOD photo by EJ Hersom

WARRIOR SWING

Army Staff Sgt. Jesse Mullinax swings across a pit during the Region 3 Best Warrior Competition at McCrady Training Center on Fort Jackson, SC, May 1, 2013. Soldiers from 10 states and territories compete over four days for a place in the Army's Best Warrior Competition. Mullinax is assigned to the 218th Regiment, South Carolina Army National Guard. U.S. Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Jorge Intriago

PRE-FLIGHT INSPECTION

U.S. Army Spc. Tyler Brewer performs a pre-flight inspection on an RQ-7B Shadow at Forward Operating Base Fenty, Afghanistan, May 2, 2013. U.S. Army photo by Spc. Margaret Taylor

REBOUND BATTLE

Players battle for a rebound during the 2013 Warrior Games gold medal wheelchair basketball match in Colorado Springs, CO, May 15, 2013. From left are Army veteran James Green, Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Zach Blair, back, Marine Corps Cpl. Anthony McDaniel, and Army veteran Blake McMinn. DOD photo by EJ Hersom

Please remember that The Canteen is here to support
and entertain our troops and veterans and their families,
and is family friendly.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Sand!!

[Kathy in Alaska]

And the Vets take the top 4 spots!! WTG, Guys!!

[Kathy in Alaska]

Have you used your spikes yet? Being very careful?

[Kathy in Alaska]

Thanks, Mac, for the Missing Man Setting as we remember those who have given their all that we may gather safe and secure.

[ConorMacNessa]

Though much is taken, much abides - and we remain oath-bound warriors.

America demands Justice for the Fallen of Benghazi!

O stranger, tell the Lacedaemonians that we lie here, obedient to their command.

Listen, O isles, unto me; and hearken, ye people, from far; The LORD hath called me from the womb; from the bowels of my mother hath he made mention of my name. (Isaiah 49:1 KJV)

[Kathy in Alaska]

I am off for home via the store. Must buy a watch.

Even with a new battery, it won’t keep time.

Back in a bit.

[yarddog]

The Big Three. I am not sure what the significance of the sign was. The picture was taken in Berlin in 1945 by Lew Grace.

[Mears]

Oh lordy,that look delicious.

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[Kathy in Alaska]

WOW! What a picture, yarddog. And good evening to you. Hope you had a good day.

[ConorMacNessa]

I haven't needed to - although I thought I would this morning. But despite all the ice around the area, the path to the van was clear.

America demands Justice for the Fallen of Benghazi!

O stranger, tell the Lacedaemonians that we lie here, obedient to their command.

Listen, O isles, unto me; and hearken, ye people, from far; The LORD hath called me from the womb; from the bowels of my mother hath he made mention of my name. (Isaiah 49:1 KJV)

[Kathy in Alaska]

Feel free to partake...no calories! Good evening, Mears.

[AZamericonnie]

Supporting our Soldiers, Sailors, Marines, Airmen, and Coast Guardsmen
at more than 1,000 places across the U. S. and around the world.

Brad Fletcher - To All Our Mothers Children

Due South - The Good Guys

Perry Nunley - When Freedom Rings

FReeper musical artists. Let me know if you have a submission.

[yarddog]

Thank you. This one is of the Brandenburg Gate. The armed soldier is a member of the 208th Engineer Combat Battalion. I am not sure why he is armed as the war was over but I know they did keep their weapons after the war ended.

[AZamericonnie]

Hi Ma! It’s snowing!

Snowing? In Alaska? Go figure.....;-} (I couldn't resist! lol)

[Jet Jaguar]

First snowfall since the rain. Acting like graphite on the roads.

((HUGZ))

[Jet Jaguar]

We have had no moisture since the thaw in January. We need it. It insulates the utilities.

((HUGZ))

[AZamericonnie]

I am off for home via the store. Must buy a watch. Even with a new battery, it won’t keep time.

Well hit up gram...he might have a spare! ;-}

[AZamericonnie]

Wishing you rain for the utilities JJ...we haven’t had rain for 44 days & counting.

Thank goodness the temps have dropped back down to highs in the 60’s to compensate.

How’s things in Valdez?

[AZamericonnie]

Brownie Oreo sundaes? For reals? I think Ma is giving you preferential treatment around here! ( which you deserve!)

[The Mayor]

Thanks! Well over a foot of snow today.