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A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day....11-14-06....Hollywood's Finest Days
Posted on 11/14/2006 3:57:46 AM PST by GodBlessUSA
A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day
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I spent a day over the weekend watching classic movies, staring actors like Bob Hope and Jimmy Stewart. What a great way to spend a rainy Sunday. I thought what a drastic comparison this is to the way things are today. I can't be bothered or care what Hollywood has to say today. The old movies show love of America with patriotic Hollywood Heroes. Now, all we see from Hollywood is anti-american propaganda.
There was a day when we could be proud of many Hollywood producers and actors—when Hollywood’s actors and producers actually had something worthy to say. They were patriotic and performed selfless acts. They served our country in the military, entertained our troops, and supported our troops. They even left successful careers to serve in the military to defend America. These heroes, I admire. Tinsel town has since lost it's shine. Here are a few of my favorites. Who are your favorites?
  
(Mega-Movie Star when war broke out) Although he was beyond the draft age at the time the U.S. entered WW II, Clark Gable enlisted as a private in the AAF on Aug. 12, 1942 at Los Angeles. Capt. Gable returned to the U.S. in Oct. 1943 and was relieved from active duty as a major on Jun. 12, 1944.
  
James Stewart Entered the Army Air Force as a private and worked his way to the rank of Colonel. Stewart earned the Air Medal, the Distinguished Flying Cross, France's Croix de Guerre, and 7 Battle Stars during World War II. In peace time, Stewart continued to be an active member of the Air Force as a reservist, reaching the rank of Brigadier General before retiring in the late 1950s.
  
Bob Hope's commitment and dedication to the morale of America's servicemen and women is entertainment history, indeed, world history. His humor and wit was absolutely brilliant. A legend for all time.
An interesting website Hollywood's World War II Heroes
Here are a few scenes from some of my favorite movies. Can you guess who they are and from what movie? :)
 
 
 
A few more photos of some favorite actors/actress'
  
 
  
     
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KEYWORDS: freepers; military; patriotic; veterans
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posted on
11/14/2006 3:58:37 AM PST
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GodBlessUSA
(US Troops, Past, Present and Future, God Bless You and Thank You! Prayers said for our Heroes!)
To: GodBlessUSA
Ahhhhh Tony Curtis and Clark Gable. Yummmmmmmm
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posted on
11/14/2006 4:02:37 AM PST
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SheLion
(When you're right, take up the fight!!!!!)
To: GodBlessUSA; ST.LOUIE1; Billie; dutchess; DollyCali; JustAmy; Mama_Bear; The Mayor
Good Morning!
Very happy to be back in the best country in the world USA!!
Interesting visiting other countries (England, Italy)but the old saying, "there's no place like home" is so true :)
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posted on
11/14/2006 4:04:37 AM PST
by
stopem
(God Bless the U.S.A the Troops who protect her, and their Commander In Chief !)
To: GodBlessUSA
Good Morning GBUSA.{{{HUGS}}}
Beautiful thread idea and presentation.
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posted on
11/14/2006 4:06:38 AM PST
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Mrs.Nooseman
(Proudly supporting our Troops,Allies and our President GW!!!)
To: GodBlessUSA
To: GodBlessUSA
Thanks for the thread and I agree those were the days now all we have in Hollywood (apart from a rare few) are left elitists or yobs.
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posted on
11/14/2006 4:07:49 AM PST
by
snugs
((An English Cheney Chick - BIG TIME))
To: SheLion
LOL Good Morning SheLion :)
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posted on
11/14/2006 4:13:50 AM PST
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GodBlessUSA
(US Troops, Past, Present and Future, God Bless You and Thank You! Prayers said for our Heroes!)
To: Dr. Scarpetta
Good Morning Dr. Scarpetta
Awesome Photo!
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posted on
11/14/2006 4:14:27 AM PST
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GodBlessUSA
(US Troops, Past, Present and Future, God Bless You and Thank You! Prayers said for our Heroes!)
To: stopem
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posted on
11/14/2006 4:15:04 AM PST
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GodBlessUSA
(US Troops, Past, Present and Future, God Bless You and Thank You! Prayers said for our Heroes!)
To: GodBlessUSA
LOL Good Morning SheLion :)Good morning!!!!!! How are you?
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posted on
11/14/2006 4:15:47 AM PST
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SheLion
(When you're right, take up the fight!!!!!)
To: Mrs.Nooseman
Wow you are up really early. Thanks Mrs.N But all the time I spent trying to get the paragraphs to block, didn't work. LOL Oh well.
You going to need a nap today. LOL
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posted on
11/14/2006 4:16:16 AM PST
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GodBlessUSA
(US Troops, Past, Present and Future, God Bless You and Thank You! Prayers said for our Heroes!)
To: stopem
Welcome back stopem!!!!
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posted on
11/14/2006 4:16:37 AM PST
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SheLion
(When you're right, take up the fight!!!!!)
To: SheLion
:) I'm fine, Thanks! How are you doing today? Another rainy day here. Good excuse to be on computer. LOL
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posted on
11/14/2006 4:17:25 AM PST
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GodBlessUSA
(US Troops, Past, Present and Future, God Bless You and Thank You! Prayers said for our Heroes!)
To: snugs
It's unbelievable contrast from then and now. I wish it never changed. Many of them were such assets. Majority of them now, are loons. LOL
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posted on
11/14/2006 4:19:15 AM PST
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GodBlessUSA
(US Troops, Past, Present and Future, God Bless You and Thank You! Prayers said for our Heroes!)
To: GodBlessUSA
I just might take a nap later on this afternoon,after I did the pesky chores that never seem to end.LOL.
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posted on
11/14/2006 4:19:27 AM PST
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Mrs.Nooseman
(Proudly supporting our Troops,Allies and our President GW!!!)
To: GodBlessUSA
Bob Hope entertaining troops
To: Dr. Scarpetta
He was a brilliant gem. I wish we had another like Bob Hope. I just love him. He dedicated his talent to our Military. :)
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posted on
11/14/2006 4:29:18 AM PST
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GodBlessUSA
(US Troops, Past, Present and Future, God Bless You and Thank You! Prayers said for our Heroes!)
To: Mrs.Nooseman
I have quite a few chores here today myself. :) You take that nap. You deserve it.
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posted on
11/14/2006 4:29:58 AM PST
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GodBlessUSA
(US Troops, Past, Present and Future, God Bless You and Thank You! Prayers said for our Heroes!)
To: GodBlessUSA
Wonderful thread,GeeBee!
I also watched an old movie this weekend..Most soothing after last week's news..(which I am not watching)..Rosalind Russell and Jimmy Stewart(They were so YOUNG!)BBL.. I love old movies.
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posted on
11/14/2006 4:30:33 AM PST
by
MEG33
(GOD BLESS OUR ARMED FORCES.)
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