[Snow Bunny]

. . . Tribute To HEROES . While the dogtag is used to provide information on an individual serviceman, I also believe that the chain which holds them represents a connection to all servicemen, no matter where you served, how you served or when you served. . The Minuteman in 1776 has a connection to the soldier fighting in Afghanistan today. That connection is every individual who has ever served in the United States Military. Each of us represents a link in the chain that connects that Minuteman of over 200 years ago to the soldier in Afghanistan today. SAMWolf . . Tribute to Vietnam Veterans Please click on picture. . The great intangible of America's wars beyond logistics, beyond strategy, beyond wonder weapons and Generals, is the spiritual force of its fighting men and women - and that is the force that the USO so serves. . Free Republic....Click for Donations . For our Troops, and supporters of those serving now, and our Veterans. Partners .... .... . .To Jim Robinson, Founder of FRee Republic and Navy Veteran Thank you, from all those who frequent the FReeper Canteen .

[Snow Bunny]

[68-69TonkinGulfYachtClub]

The USO Canteen Honors FReepers and/or their family members
who have served, or are now serving their country.

CLICK BELOW to read about Zbigniew~SAMWolfs Dad

[68-69TonkinGulfYachtClub]

Thank You for telling us about your father and family.
Please tell your dad I said "Thank You for your service to our country."

[68-69TonkinGulfYachtClub]

From the Men in the Military and the Men in the Canteen.

[68-69TonkinGulfYachtClub]

Today's transportation for you and the Girlz.

[tomkow6]

Good morning, Snow! Good morning, EVERYBODY!

Happy Friday!

[tomkow6]

At sea aboard USS Abraham Lincoln, Oct. 9, 2002 — An Aviation Ordnanceman ensures the stabilizers on the guidance portion of a 500 lb. GBU-12 laser-guided bomb are installed correctly. Carriers such as Abraham Lincoln allow the United States to bring air power where it's needed, when it's needed and for as long as it's needed without requiring any basing permission from another country. Lincoln and her embarked Carrier Air Wing One Four (CVW-14) are conducting combat missions in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. However, the U.S. Navy is not operating alone. More than 100 ships from eleven nations have participated in Operation Enduring Freedom maritime operations. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate Airman Philip A. McDaniel. [021009-N-9593M-036] Oct. 9, 2002

[tomkow6]

Today's FEEBLE attempt at humor:

Enron Corp. sold a prized asset for 88 times its asking price, but
this time it didn't need an accountant, banker or chief financial officer to
make the deal
-- just an auctioneer. The Houston company Wednesday sold off a
5-foot chrome sign of its "Crooked E" logo for $44,000 -- about the price of
a nicely equipped Lexus sedan -- as part of a huge auction to raise money for
creditors owed billions in its collapse.

... Arthur Anderson immediately recorded the $112,000 sale...

[T'wit]

"Jeszcze Polska nie zginela, póki my zyjemy"

Greetings from Manila!

[zip]

Sam, I am honored to know you. I know you are very proud of your dad and your family and I would like to say THANK YOU for his service and THANK YOU to all those who supported him physically and emotionally.

Thanks also to all military personnel, past and present, AND THOSE FAMILY MEMBERS AND FRIENDS WHO SACRIFICED TO SUPPORT THEM. THANK YOU ALL.

[MoJo2001]

There's something wrong with my monitor. It's all watery. I need to fix it. I guess my monitor got a little emotional reading about your dad, Sam. Silly monitor, huh??

What a wonderful tribute to your father, Sam. Thank you so much for sharing two very important people in your life with the Canteen. It is such an honor.

Please thank your father for his service to Poland and America. Some people who were born in this country breed children that don't give a rat's rear end about this country. However, your two parents brought up a fine individual and one day I hope to shake your hand. Thank you, Sam and God Bless you and your family!!

[Valin]

Good morning all. I've been fighting a small case of the black plague. But I "think" I may live, of course I could be wrong)

SAMWolf Tell your dad this old ramp-rat says oink oink.

[Lee'sGhost]

I missed the tribute to you the other day . . .

Just wanted to add my name to your list of admirers. Thank you Ms. Bunnynator.

[Sabertooth]

So your Dad is the Notorious Z.B.I.G.?

Great story, Sam, thanks for sharing it. What an inspiration he must be to your kids!

[redhead]

Morning, Snowbie! Wow, what an interesting thread! This is the kind of history that never seems to get told. Thanks!

SAMWolf, thank your dad and mom for us! This is wonderful stuff. Thanks again.

[Mr_Magoo]

Air Power

CESSNA O-2A "SKYMASTER"

The O-2 is a military version of the Cessna Model 337 Super Skymaster. Distinguished by twin tail booms and tandem-mounted engines, it features a tractor-pusher propeller arrangement. Derived from the Cessna Model 336, the Model 337 went into production for the civilian market in 1965. In late 1966, the USAF selected a military variant, designated the O-2, to supplement the O-1 Bird Dog forward air controller (FAC) aircraft then operating in Southeast Asia. Having twin engines enabled the O-2 to absorb more ground fire and still return safely, endearing it to its crews. The O-2 first flew in Jan. 1967 and production deliveries began in March. Production ended in June 1970 after 532 O-2s had been built for the USAF.

Two series were produced: the O-2A and the O-2B. The O-2A was equipped with wing pylons to carry rockets, flares, and other light ordnance. In the FAC role the O-2A was used for identifying and marking enemy targets with smoke rockets, coordinating air strikes and reporting target damage. The O-2B was a psychological warfare aircraft equipped with loudspeakers and leaflet dispensers. It carried no ordnance.

The O-2A pictured was assigned to the 20th Tactical Air Support Squadron at Da Nang, South Vietnam in the late 1960s.

SPECIFICATIONS
Span: 38 ft.
Length: 29 ft. 2 in.
Height: 9 ft. 5 in.
Weight: 4,900 lbs. loaded
Armament: Four wing pylons can carry rockets, flares, 7.62 mini-gun pods, or other light ordnance
Engines: Two Continental 10-360s of 210 hp. each
Crew: Two
Cost: $92,000

PERFORMANCE
Maximum speed: 199 mph.
Cruising speed: 144 mph.
Range: 1,060 miles
Service Ceiling: 19,300 ft.

[Jen]

Special Dedication
To our Military Members and Veterans
for Protecting and Defending our Country
and Especially for SAMWolf's Dad - Zbigniew!

"Hero" by Mariah Carey

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And then a hero comes along with the strength to carry on
And you cast your fears aside and you know you can survive
When you feel like hope is gone, look inside you and be strong
And you'll finally see the truth - that a hero lies in you!

[Mr_Magoo]

Thanks for letting us see your Dad. No man should have to live through the things he did. And he did all that as a teen!

Proud to SALUTE your Dad.

[MeekOneGOP]

Howdy, all !! Runnig late today. Coffee's hot though.

Have a cup while you FReep !

For those who prefer hot chocolate.....

[Diver Dave]

Salute! and thank you to you and your Dad!