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Actor Gary Sinise Becomes Honorary Marine (Actor’s ‘selfless service’ earns him title of honorary US
US Marines.mil ^ | 30 August 2013 | Lance Cpl. Dan Hosack

Posted on 09/01/2013 5:18:51 PM PDT by Kaslin

Well known for his portrayal of “Lt. Dan” in “Forrest Gump,” actor and musician Gary Sinise was named an honorary U.S. Marine during a ceremony in Washington, D.C., on Friday, according to a statement released by the U.S. Marine Corps website.

“This was one of the most extraordinary nights,” Sinise said in the statement. “I was totally surprised by what the general gave me tonight. I’m humbled, shocked, moved and motivated to keep standing up for our men and women and giving back to them.”

Gen. James F. Amos, the Marine Corps’ commandant, hosted the ceremony at his home at the Marine Barracks.

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TOPICS: Culture/Society; Foreign Affairs; Front Page News
KEYWORDS: csiny; forrestforrestgump; forrestgump; garysinise; ltdan; mactaylor; marine; sinise; usmc
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To: blu
Discernment is our friend.

You're right, discernment is our friend.

That's why you should know by now that liberals are the bad guys.

The time for the same-old same-old fence-sitting kumbaya crap is over.

The country is being economically destroyed, martial law is all but imposed, and healthcare has turned into tax-to-deathcare.

Put down the tamborine, and wake the hell up.

61 posted on 09/01/2013 7:53:16 PM PDT by Talisker (One who commands, must obey.)
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To: Kaslin
Lieutenant DAN!

I'm really proud for Gary Sinise. He did most of what he's done for the military, out of the public eye.

62 posted on 09/01/2013 7:54:12 PM PDT by SuziQ
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To: Huskrrrr
I hope the Kenyan is watching.

I would rather the African communist bastard have no part in this at all.

63 posted on 09/01/2013 7:55:01 PM PDT by Lancey Howard
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To: Lazamataz

Great guy.


64 posted on 09/01/2013 7:58:25 PM PDT by Hoodat (BENGHAZI - 4 KILLED, 2 MIA)
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To: Lazamataz

As others have noted, he’s a great guy. He also does many, many personal and private actions for families of the fallen.


65 posted on 09/01/2013 8:18:45 PM PDT by frankenMonkey (Here's a big "Howdy!" to all the guys at NSA!!!)
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To: Kaslin
Bewdy. Mr. Sinise has over the years proven himself to be a class act and one of the most selfless individuals I know of in his support of the troops. I can not begin to remember all the times he has performed in USO shows, performed with his "Lt. Dan Band", appeared out of the blue to show support for some way outback location to help in whatever way he can, and unfailingly provided many smiles and uplifting moments for our servicemembers through thick and thin.

I am very glad that he has had this recognition bestowed upon him, not because some politician thought it would make good headlines and bring in votes as near as I can determine, but because he truly is a man who deserves to be honored and recognized for his continuing selflessness and dedication.

66 posted on 09/01/2013 8:28:31 PM PDT by Utilizer (Bacon A'kbar! - In world today are only peaceful people, and the mooslimbs trying to kill them-)
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To: Kaslin

Semper Fi “Marine Sinise!” Well deserved!

JM 76


67 posted on 09/01/2013 8:30:59 PM PDT by Joe Marine 76 ("Honor is the gift a man gives to himself." ~ Rob Roy MacGregor)
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To: Lazamataz

Real good guy, supports the troops and raises money for disabled vets.

Can say enough good things about him.

Happy Labor Day my friend!

Don’t burn any wieners tomorrow!!


68 posted on 09/01/2013 8:35:06 PM PDT by WomBom ("I read Free Republic for the pictures")
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To: Kaslin

Good. I’m glad to see this. Why is the general in civvies?


69 posted on 09/01/2013 9:12:51 PM PDT by Sequoyah101
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To: Kaslin

He sure is easy to watch in almost any role.


70 posted on 09/01/2013 9:26:06 PM PDT by stevem
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To: Kaslin

As soon as I saw the thread name, I knew it would be Sinisi. He definitley deserved it. Very happy to hear this.


71 posted on 09/01/2013 9:35:40 PM PDT by MarineMom613 (RIP Sandra Sue, my fur baby 12/31/1999 ~ 7/2/2010 - See you on the other side!)
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To: Kaslin

In early August 2013, the Lt Dan Band hosted a benefit concert in Cedar Falls, IA for a local hero, Taylor Morris, who lost all four limbs in May 2012 to a land mine in Afghanistan. The purpose was to raise money to build Taylor a smart home. The concert raised over $500k. Gary is a true patriot and deserves our respect and prayers and he put on one heck of a concert.

God Bless You Gary!!!!1


72 posted on 09/01/2013 10:23:16 PM PDT by IAGeezer912 (One out of every 20 people on the face of the earth are Americans. We have won life's lottery.)
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To: QQQQ

Congratulations! Lt. Dan would have made a fine Marine.
Gary Sinise is a fine actor and a great American.


73 posted on 09/01/2013 10:36:29 PM PDT by 3Fingas (Sons and Daughters for Freedom and Restoration of the Republic)
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To: dfwgator
Love Gary Senise, caught his Lt Dan Band with comedian Dennis Miller a few years ago in a salute to the troops. Dennis is also a big backer of our troops.
74 posted on 09/02/2013 12:37:40 AM PDT by itssme
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To: Kaslin
If you want to watch a classic silent movie I recommend, 'Tell It To The Marines', starring Lon Chaney (Sr.). I was lucky to catch it on TCM about a year ago and I will probably try to pick up the DVD for my collection. Anyway, the movie was so good the Marines made Chaney their very first honorary Marine from the motion picture industry. From Wiki:

In the final five years of his film career (1925–1930), Chaney worked exclusively under contract to MGM, giving some of his most memorable performances. His portrayal of a tough-as-nails marine drill instructor in Tell It to the Marines (1926), one of his favorite films, earned him the affection of the US Marine Corps, who made him their first honorary member from the motion picture industry.

75 posted on 09/02/2013 1:33:47 AM PDT by Lancey Howard
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To: QQQQ

I can’t think of anyone more deserving of this than Gary. This man truly loves the men and women in our military.


76 posted on 09/02/2013 4:15:34 AM PDT by Lil Flower (American by birth. Southern by the Grace of God! ROLL TIDE!!)
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To: EEGator; CMB_polarization; workerbee; QQQQ; driftdiver; Old Grumpy; Rodamala; Gator113; ...

Thanks for the info, guys. I don’t keep up with Hollywood too much. Kudos to Gary!!!


77 posted on 09/02/2013 4:42:15 AM PDT by Lazamataz (Early 2009 to 7/21/2013 - RIP my little girl Cathy. You were the best cat ever. You will be missed.)
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To: Kaslin
Good for him! We need more folks like him.

There is a whole generation of young men & women who never served in Vietnam because they were too young, nor did they serve in Gulf War I and II because they were already over the hill.

This same generation (born 1954-1974) grew up in a post-Vietnam anti-war, anti-government and anti-Patriotism environment. In the last two decades (and due to 9/11) we've seen these same young people (aging Baby Boomers)in Hollywood act out a role they missed, for example, Tom Hanks (Saving Private Ryan, Forrest Gump, Band of Brothers and Pacific) and many others his age.

In reality they missed serving their country, hey missed out giving something to the nation but via the silver screen they can “contribute” something even belatedly.

Good for them. Not all Hollywood trashes our country and those who serve or served...

78 posted on 09/02/2013 5:28:14 AM PDT by Netz
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To: Lazamataz

Great guy


79 posted on 09/02/2013 5:43:15 AM PDT by Jewbacca (The residents of Iroquois territory may not determine whether Jews may live in Jerusalem.)
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To: frickin_frackin

It’s the conservative/libertarian blend. May not agree 100% but agree 90% of the time.


80 posted on 09/02/2013 5:46:00 AM PDT by Jewbacca (The residents of Iroquois territory may not determine whether Jews may live in Jerusalem.)
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