armyrec1 
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| 14 Sep 2006 11:06 PM |
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Hi everybody. I know this is not the PGR mission, but I have a request.
I am Pa. Army National Guard, out of York, Pa. We are currently in Iraq, and will be home in @ 1 month. 
The soldiers in the unit would absolutely love it if you could help "escort" our buses from the airport when we get home. I have heard that there will be a police / fire escort, but from talking to they guys, it would mean more if it was PGR.
Like I said, I know this is not mission, and you can't promote this as PGR, but any participation would be greatly appreciated.
We do not now any details yet, so I can't give any.
Please, if someone "in the know" could let me know if this is possible or not, I would appreciate it.
Thank you for your support, and everything you do. When I get home, I will be right beside you.
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CE1SeaBee
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| 15 Sep 2006 10:36 AM |
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| How about it SC's. Anyone want to do a special/homecoming mission? I am sure there would be interest/participation. |
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JohnnyB_crhv
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| 15 Sep 2006 11:18 AM |
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Please let NY know if we can help. I will watch this thread to get more info as it comes up
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armyrec1
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York, Pa.
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| 15 Sep 2006 12:01 PM |
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I just realized that this might not be the right thread to post this in. If not, please move it to the correct thread, or I will repost it elsewhere.
I appreciate the support.
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SSG Ken Downey
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pennsylhead
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York PA
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| 15 Sep 2006 4:14 PM |
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I would surely like to participate. My son just returned from Iraq. He is in Wisconsin Army Guard and I was fortunate to be able to be in Wisconsin when his plane landed. I was with his wife and two kids.
This was certainly one of my best "moments" being there in support. Can you keep us in the loop as where and when. I know the "when" can be fluid but immediate family have a hot line to keep up on schedule.
My son was extremely pleased when they landed in Maine to refuel how the people welcomed them home and treated them with food, cell phones, hugs, etc.
I am hoping that PGR riders can get behind this.
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History does not entrust the care of freedom to the weak or timid."
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PGRLabLuvr
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Naples, FL
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| 15 Sep 2006 5:45 PM |
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| I'll send this off to my RC... |
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Zinobile
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Robinson, PA - RC Region 9
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| 15 Sep 2006 9:44 PM |
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Greetings Armyrec1 !!! Thanks for the email, PGRLabLuvr ... just saw it. I'll get this to our SC right away. If we can get info in advance & get it posted, we should be able to be there with you ... guarantee that many of us will want to do that !!
Please look for my email to you. Best wishes for a safe & pleasant journey home. Thanks for the invite. Look forward to greeting you.
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PGRLabLuvr
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Naples, FL
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| 16 Sep 2006 7:26 AM |
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Joan "PGRLabLuvr" Colosimo
Florida Ride Captain
PGRLabLuvr@patriotguard.org
239.250.0015
Proud Military Blue Star Mom
USAF - TSgt Jennifer and her husband, TSgt Mark McIntosh
USAR - PV2 Dominic Sutherland
Standing the Flagline...
In Honor of:
SP4 L. Gary Grassi - 4th Infantry Division - Kontum, South Vietnam - 05 FEB 1968 - 37/35
In Memory of:
Ed "oldiron6" Barrett
Jack "jacklok" Loken, Jr.
Mike "deltoid79" Bland
Tom "Flaman2u" Rowell
Throughout the centuries there were men who took first steps, down new roads, armed with nothing but their own vision.
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sassygirl2014
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| 16 Sep 2006 1:02 PM |
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WELCOME HOME TROOP!!
Let's us know when you will be there, so will we.
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lwentling
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| 16 Sep 2006 4:49 PM |
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We should shower these brave soldiers with our thanks and respect. Our organization should also honor those who have been there and fought for US. If not for them we would all be riding camels instead of scooters. If I can fit it in I will be there.
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mllittle
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| 18 Sep 2006 1:08 PM |
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Posted By armyrec1 on 14 Sep 2006 11:06 PM Hi everybody. I know this is not the PGR mission, but I have a request. I am Pa. Army National Guard, out of York, Pa. We are currently in Iraq, and will be home in @ 1 month. The soldiers in the unit would absolutely love it if you could help "escort" our buses from the airport when we get home. I have heard that there will be a police / fire escort, but from talking to they guys, it would mean more if it was PGR. Like I said, I know this is not mission, and you can't promote this as PGR, but any participation would be greatly appreciated. We do not now any details yet, so I can't give any. Please, if someone "in the know" could let me know if this is possible or not, I would appreciate it. Thank you for your support, and everything you do. When I get home, I will be right beside you. SSG D
SSG Downey,
Do you have any update on when you may be shipping back home? As a fellow PA Army National Guard soldier, I would be honored to participate. Hopefully all is well with you and your unit.
Be safe and I look forward to seeing everyone return home.
PFC Little
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robiam
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Felton PA,
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| 18 Sep 2006 1:45 PM |
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I WOULD LOVE to escort these soldiers home!!
may i ask WHERE these guys are comming in to?? . . . . Baltimore, HBurg or Philly??
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PGRLabLuvr
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Naples, FL
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| 18 Sep 2006 2:32 PM |
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| No idea yet, they will keep us posted... |
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Joan "PGRLabLuvr" Colosimo
Florida Ride Captain
PGRLabLuvr@patriotguard.org
239.250.0015
Proud Military Blue Star Mom
USAF - TSgt Jennifer and her husband, TSgt Mark McIntosh
USAR - PV2 Dominic Sutherland
Standing the Flagline...
In Honor of:
SP4 L. Gary Grassi - 4th Infantry Division - Kontum, South Vietnam - 05 FEB 1968 - 37/35
In Memory of:
Ed "oldiron6" Barrett
Jack "jacklok" Loken, Jr.
Mike "deltoid79" Bland
Tom "Flaman2u" Rowell
Throughout the centuries there were men who took first steps, down new roads, armed with nothing but their own vision.
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armyrec1
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York, Pa.
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| 18 Sep 2006 10:11 PM |
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Hey Guys!!
Thanks for the responses. As of right now, there are no details. We are still unsure of where we will come in to . It will be either H-burg, or BWI. Once we leave here, we have to de-mob in Ok for a few days.
The date is also up in the air. We are anticipating between 15-17 Oct. As soon as I know, I promise I will let you know. I will also give whoever is in charge, my wife's contact info as a POC on the ground in Pa.
Thanks again!!
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SSG Ken Downey
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kcc10
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Horsham, Pennsylvania
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| 21 Sep 2006 10:05 AM |
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Looking forward to the details!!!
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tessrollins
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| 22 Sep 2006 11:31 AM |
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Howdy to all my Pennsylvania PGR brothers and sisters!
...remember us down here in Maryland...would love to be a part of this special mission if schedule allows, and I'm sure lots of other Maryland members feel the same way!
will watch this thread and will pass the word to others!
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tessrollins
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| 22 Sep 2006 11:38 AM |
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 Maybe this should be moved to the Special Missions Forum...?  |
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Zinobile
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Robinson, PA - RC Region 9
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| 22 Sep 2006 12:30 PM |
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Tess, we'd never forget our Marylanders! 
I'm thinking this will be designated as a Special Mission once we get a date. If so, I'm hoping it will appear with the other "Welcome Home Rides" on the Home Page, bottom-right. In the mean time, maybe a new topic in the Maryland state forum so that y'all have a heads-up?
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armyrec1
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York, Pa.
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| 02 Oct 2006 12:28 AM |
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Zinobile,
I emailed you my wife's contact info as a POC on the ground.
We still do not have any details, but the date range is still the same as I mentioned above.
Thanks
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SSG Ken Downey
York, Pa
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Zinobile
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Robinson, PA - RC Region 9
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| 02 Oct 2006 7:39 AM |
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armyrec1 ... please keep an eye out for the email that I'm about to send to you both. Thanks for the update.
Take care, Joe |
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Zinobile
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| 12 Oct 2006 1:04 PM |
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These soldiers should be coming home soon. Please keep an eye out here.
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Zinobile
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Robinson, PA - RC Region 9
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| 13 Oct 2006 12:33 PM |
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This Monday, 10-16-06, 3:30 p.m. at the Harrisburg International Airport ... our Guardsmen will be arriving home !!!
A group of riders from the Soldiers Angels Riding Club and one of the Military Veterans' clubs will be waiting for them there at 3:30. Don't know exactly where at the airport yet, but they shouldn't be hard to spot.
I just got a call from Ssg. Ken Downey's wife inviting us to join the escort. Trying now to get this into Ride Captain Kip Hamilton's hands so that we can make contact and coordinate with the Soldiers Angels & Vets.
Short notice, obviously ... so ... call your friends and let everyone know, OK?
Ride on! Joe
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Zinobile
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| 13 Oct 2006 1:24 PM |
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Updated information:
The Guard Unit's Public Affairs Sgt. is very happy to hear that we may join the escort.
Escort riders are assembling at Harrisburg Int. Airport at 16:00 on Monday 10-16
Plane should arrive around 16:45
Departure to York should commence between 17:00 & 17:30, about a 40-mile ride.
PA State Police will escort all the way. York F.D. will probably meet the group on Rte. 83 near York somewhere.
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Zinobile
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| 14 Oct 2006 7:52 AM |
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STAGING AREA / RALLY POINT ESTABLISHED
The details in my last post yesterday remain the same EXCEPT:
1. Assemble at 16:00 at the Holiday Inn - at the top of the Airport Exit off Rte. 283
2. Look for the U.S. Military Vets M.C. ... they're coordinating the escort.
Ride on! Joe |
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CE1SeaBee
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Stewartstown, PA. PA Assistant State Captain
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| 16 Oct 2006 8:10 AM |
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| Cannot make the airport but will be along 83 with flags for these heros. |
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FREEDOM IS NOT FREE, IT WAS BOUGHT AND PAID FOR BY THE VETERANS.
IN MEMORY OF SSGT KENNETH D KRALICK KIA 16DEC67 TAY NINH RSVN PANEL 32E 011
Tim Young
CE1 SEABEE USN 1971-1977 MCB23
Retired Baltimore County MD Police Officer
PGR 45377 07JUL06
PA ASC East
Honorary MD Ride Captain
717.993.6962
" NEVER FORGET, SERVICE, SACRIFICE, HONOR " |
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