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Uffda 
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Wonder Lake, IL
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| 08 May 2008 10:49 AM |
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[i]Updated 03 June 08 1614 CDT by Sandra
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*****[u]ITINERARY/DATE UPDATE - 07 JUNE 2008[/u]*****[/quote]
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Latest information indicates the 111th EB will be returning to West Virginia on Saturday, 7 June 2008. Staging time will be at 1330 (1:30) at the previously announced location. Briefing will be at 1345 with KSU at 1400 (2:00). Flag line will be in place by 1430.[/quote]
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All those attending, PLEASE, follow the lead of the mission RC, Bob (T-Bone) Smith and WV RC Buddy Palla as we proceed to the Air Guard side of Yeager Airport.[/quote]
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As this is taking place on a Saturday, again, we asking for all who are available to make every effort to participate in this most special mission.[/quote]
Respects,[/quote]
Joe[/quote]
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Updated 1 Jun 08 0922 edt S Sturgis
*********CORRECTED STAGING LOCATION LINK**********
The link contained in the itinerary for our staging location, for whatever reason, does not work. The correct address is
Go-Mart Inc.
1502 Greenbrier St.
Charleston, WV 25311.
(304) 344-3807
This can be found via the following link: http://tinyurl.com/5rh32e.
Please accept our apologies for any confusion.
Respects,
Joe ____________________________________________________________________________ Updated 31 May 08 0906 edt S Sturgis
***** UPDATED INFORMATION ***
Official word received from FRG this morning indicates the 111th EB is now OUT OF THEATRE and on the ground in Kuwait, arriving at 0200 EDT today.
At the present time, weather conditions remain good and they are merely awaiting their flight to begin their journey back home. This COULD, and I can only emphasize COULD, take place later today.
The date of this mission remains somewhat fluid as the FRG reports their return to West Virginia SHOULD be 5 days after their departure from Kuwait. Leaving today means they will be return home on 5 June.
I apologize for not being able to give concrete dates on this but, as you are all aware, when working at the mercy of the military, we operate on their schedule, not our's.
Additional information will be posted as soon as it is received.
Thank you for your diligence and patience in awaiting word.
Respects,
Joe
_________________________________________________________________________ Updated 29 May 08 1023 CST by Sandra
Welcome Home 111th Engineering Brigade
Eleanor, WV
Monday, 9 June 2008
The Patriot Guard Riders have been invited to participate in this happy occasion. Currently the unit is scheduled to arrive on 9 June 2008, but as we all know, unexpected things can happen when you're trying to come home from the "sandbox". Please use this date for tentative planning only; flexibility is the key because dates and arrival times are subject to change.
We will stage at the Go-Mart located at Greenbrier St and Rutledge Rd.
Stage: 12:30 PM Brief: 1:00 PM KSU: 1:30 PM Flagline: TBD
All folks participating in Flagline please be sure you have a 3'x5' American flag.
If you are on a bike, you must have a DOT approved helmet when riding on a military installation.
Buddy Palla will have to escort PGR particpants to, and through, the main gate, and you will need to remain with him while on station. We are the invited guests of the 111th Engineering Brigade, and Colonel Tim Frye, 130th Airlift Wing Commander. Let's have a good showing for these returning troops!
More info will be provided as it becomes available.
NOTE: If you are not at the staging location on time (i.e., prior to our departure for the base), you will not be able to get on base. Current PGR members who work at the 130th are obviously exempt from this...we will meet you at the reception area (most likely Hangar 2).
Co-Captains: Buddy (Pup) Palla & Bob "TBone" Smith___________________________________________________________________________
WELCOME HOME MISSION – 111TH EB – ELEANOR, WV
We have learned that the 111th Engineering Brigade out of Eleanor, WV will be returning from their extended deployment in the Sandbox. They should be on the ground in WV sometime in the early part of June.
Bob (T-Bone) Smith will be the RC on this mission. Further details will be posted as they become available.
Please mark your calendars and plan to participate in this WELCOME HOME of our hometown heroes!
Thank you!
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Proctor, WV
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| 08 May 2008 11:06 AM |
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Captain M, Ron and ALL members of the 111th Engineering Brigade, all of West Virginia thanks you for your honorable service during your deployment. We thank you for doing your part in the ongoing GWOT.
The PGR will proudly welcome each one of you home! Thank you very much for your service and sacrifice!
I wouldn't miss this one for the world!
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"This nation will remain the land of the free only so long as it is the home of the brave." Elmer Davis
Joe Cumblidge
West Virginia State Captain
UOV HOG Chapter
RM1 USCG 1969-78
(304) 455-4036 - Home
(304) 588-1278 - Cell
www.wvpatriotguard.org
In Memory of the crew of HU16E CGNR 2123, lost on SAR mission off Corpus Christi, TX on 21 September 1973:
LCDR Francis W. Miller (CG Aviator #1164)
LTJG Jerald M. Mack (CG Aviator #1567)
AD1 Harold D. Brown, Jr.
AM2 Benjamin R. Gaskins, Jr.
AT2 John F. Harrison
AT2 John P. Pledger
Montani semper liberi (Mountaineers are always free)
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sdoise
Posts: 3537
Kinder, La.
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| 08 May 2008 2:30 PM |
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| Welcome home to the 111th EB. Thank you for your service to preserve our way of life. |
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Schelly
Ride Captain for Lake Charles, La. and surrounding area
American Legion Post 318, Elton, La.
DEFINITION OF A VETERAN
A Veteran - whether active duty, retired, national guard or reserve - is someone who, at one point in their life, wrote a check made payable to "The United States of America", for an amount of "up to and including my life."
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Jasper54
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Columbus, Ohio
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| 08 May 2008 5:55 PM |
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| Welcome home 111th EB. Thank you for your service to our nation. |
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GySgt. Roger Casto, U.S.M.C. Ret. 1972-1992
Iran/Iraq War Veteran 1988 (Op Earnest Will)
Veteran of Foriegn Wars, Life Member
Double Blue Star Dad
El Shaddai Ministries Chaplain
GOD HATH NOT PROMISED US, SKIES ALWAYS BLUE, FLOWER STREWN PATHWAYS ALL OUR LIVES THROUGH. GOD HATH NOT PROMISED US SUN WITHOUT RAIN, JOY WITHOUT SORROW, PEACE WITHOUT PAIN.
BUT GOD HATH PROMISED US, STRENGTH FOR THE WAY, GRACE FOR THE TRIALS, HELP FROM ABOVE, UNFAILING SYMPATHY, UNDYING LOVE...
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Riding in honor of:
Sgt. Millard Archy, US Army, WWI, Purple Heart - Exposed to mustard gas in France.
Sgt. John Meyer, US Army WWI, France
Sgt. Alva Pete Osborn, US Army, WWII, KIA - France.
Seaman Bob Schneider, US Navy, WWII, Purple Heart; Battle of Leyte Gulf
T/Sgt. Russell Casto, USAF Congo Revolution, Viet Nam.
Sgt. Ron Casto, USMC C.A.P. Viet Nam 1966.
My son, SPC Sean Casto, TennANG. Iraqi Veteran
My daughter, Spc. Angela West, US Army
SrA Micah Burgess, US Air Force, Afghanistan Veteran
In Honor and Memory of Ten HMLA-267, MAG-39 Marines who Answered the call and made the ULTIMATE SACRAFICE while ensuring the safety and security of our nation:
Lt. Col. Knott
Capt. Dillon
Capt. Dolvin
Capt. Hurley
Capt. Cronin
Sgt. Kilkus
Sgt. Keller
Cpl. Romei
Cpl. Monahan
LCpl. Adams
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mailman
Posts: 12208
West Branch, MI - Michigan Regional Ride Captain Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Senior Ride Captain
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| 08 May 2008 9:19 PM |
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| Welcome Home to the 111th EB, Eleanor, WV. Thank you for your service to our Nation. God Bless You!! |
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"Eyes on the olive branch, but arrows at the ready."
Jim
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custer7thcav
Posts: 5705
Hillsboro, Ohio
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| 09 May 2008 3:05 PM |
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| Welcome home, 111th EB, Eleanor, WV!! Thank you for your service and dedication!! God bless you!! |
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In honor and memory of
Sgt. Bill L. Mullins, 1/7 Cav, Vietnam '65-'66
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Uffda
Posts: 9873
Wonder Lake, IL
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| 09 May 2008 4:17 PM |
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Welcome Home - 111th EB, Eleanor, WV! On behalf of a grateful Nation, "Thank You" for defending our freedoms. Sending Big (((HUGS))) from N. IL.
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vander177
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Vandergrift, PA
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| 09 May 2008 6:44 PM |
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WELCOME HOME members of the 111th EB!! I thank each and everyone of you for your military service and sacrifices you make for this grateful nation in keeping peace worldiwde. I thank God for your safe return and I wish you the best in your future assignments. Again, WELCOME HOME!
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Ralph A. DeLorme, SFC, US Army, Retired
PGR Western PA Veterans Liaison
Patriot Guard Riders (#75,342), Ride Captain, Region 10, PA
American Legion Riders, Post 820, Monroeville, PA
GWRRA member - PA Chapter U
DAV Life Member
Riding in memory of Herbert Weltz - US Army - KIA 03-25-68
Riding in memory of our grandson Randy C. DeLorme - April 1986 - December 2001
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GHOSTDANCER
Posts: 367
Fairmont, WV
WV Ride Captain, RWB Book Coordinator
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| 10 May 2008 9:46 PM |
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Welcome home to the members of the 111th EB. Hopefully, you will be home to stay. Thanks to each and every one of you for your service.
God Bless You All.
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John E. Schwartz
WV Ride Captain
WV RWB Book Coordinator
Fairmont, WV
Member#4923
"with honor and respect to all."
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Slowhand
Posts: 3748
Northeastern, Maryland Senior Chaplain & Ride Captain
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| 21 May 2008 8:37 PM |
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| Welcome home , and I wish to thank you for the freedom my family and I enjoy due to the sacrifices you and your family endured for my country and myself. God Bless each and everyone of you. |
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kelleyfishing
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| 25 May 2008 1:26 AM |
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| Welcome Home West Virginia 111EB. From a fellow West Virginian. Thank you for your service to a greatful nation. |
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Arty Hill Pleiku, Weight Davis, Shuller FSB's
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Susan Sturgis
Posts: 4280
Bear, DE
In Memory of Ed "Old Iron" Barrett
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| 31 May 2008 7:33 AM |
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Bear, DE
In Memory of Ed "Old Iron" Barrett
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| 01 Jun 2008 7:52 AM |
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ultraclassic
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Proctor, WV
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| 02 Jun 2008 6:11 AM |
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Good Morning All,
Just a bit of GOOD news, for a change, around here. The 111th Engineers have OFFICIALLY closed the latest chapter in their lives!!!
As of, approximately, 0130 this morning, they put the "lid on the Sandbox" and are headed home. They are flying into Germany, first, then departing for Fort McCoy, WI. According to the FRG, the fight to Germany may take up to 8 hours and, if their last deployment is any indication, they will be departing there within a matter of minutes for the flight to American soil.
As reported previously, their arrival date in West Virginia SHOULD be about 5 days after their departure from Kuwait, meaning we can expect them to be home NLT 7 June. This date is, naturally, etched in jello (to steal a phrase from Tom Epperly...LOL!) but we will know more after they arrive in Wisconsin.
Please, folks, this entire unit has spent the last year doing very dangerous work under conditions the majority of us cannot imagine. We had a great turnout when they departed and I'd love nothing more than to see us top that number to show our appreciation and gratitude to them when they return. Do whatever it takes to make yourself available for this Welcome Home!!
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"This nation will remain the land of the free only so long as it is the home of the brave." Elmer Davis
Joe Cumblidge
West Virginia State Captain
UOV HOG Chapter
RM1 USCG 1969-78
(304) 455-4036 - Home
(304) 588-1278 - Cell
www.wvpatriotguard.org
In Memory of the crew of HU16E CGNR 2123, lost on SAR mission off Corpus Christi, TX on 21 September 1973:
LCDR Francis W. Miller (CG Aviator #1164)
LTJG Jerald M. Mack (CG Aviator #1567)
AD1 Harold D. Brown, Jr.
AM2 Benjamin R. Gaskins, Jr.
AT2 John F. Harrison
AT2 John P. Pledger
Montani semper liberi (Mountaineers are always free)
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ultraclassic
Posts: 1873
Proctor, WV
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| 02 Jun 2008 7:44 AM |
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| I received a call from the FRG indicating the 111th EB HAS arrived in Germany and will be departing at approximately 0930 EDT this morning enroute to American soil.
As soon as they arrive I will post an update.
Respects,
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"This nation will remain the land of the free only so long as it is the home of the brave." Elmer Davis
Joe Cumblidge
West Virginia State Captain
UOV HOG Chapter
RM1 USCG 1969-78
(304) 455-4036 - Home
(304) 588-1278 - Cell
www.wvpatriotguard.org
In Memory of the crew of HU16E CGNR 2123, lost on SAR mission off Corpus Christi, TX on 21 September 1973:
LCDR Francis W. Miller (CG Aviator #1164)
LTJG Jerald M. Mack (CG Aviator #1567)
AD1 Harold D. Brown, Jr.
AM2 Benjamin R. Gaskins, Jr.
AT2 John F. Harrison
AT2 John P. Pledger
Montani semper liberi (Mountaineers are always free)
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ron1ok
Posts: 565
Triadelphia WV
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| 02 Jun 2008 3:14 PM |
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| Welcome Home 111th! Be glad to have ya back on WV soil! Thank you for your honorable service to defending our freedom.
Ride safe,
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WV ASS'T STATE CAPTAIN
WV RC
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ultraclassic
Posts: 1873
Proctor, WV
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| 02 Jun 2008 4:47 PM |
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Good Evening All,
Let me start this post with two very simple, yet important words:
THEY'RE BAAAAAACK!!!!!!!
Received a call from the FRG stating the 111th EB has returned to American soil! They arrived in Maine at approximately 1730 and anticipate departing for Fort McCoy, WI around 1815. According to members of the unit, they are to be in Wisconsin between 2100-2200 this evening.
Time is drawing near folks. It won't be long before these Heroes return to their friends and loved ones in West Virginia. We hope to have a definitive date nailed down within the next 48 hours. Please continue to monitor the mission thread and make every conceivable effort to welcome these men and women back home.
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"This nation will remain the land of the free only so long as it is the home of the brave." Elmer Davis
Joe Cumblidge
West Virginia State Captain
UOV HOG Chapter
RM1 USCG 1969-78
(304) 455-4036 - Home
(304) 588-1278 - Cell
www.wvpatriotguard.org
In Memory of the crew of HU16E CGNR 2123, lost on SAR mission off Corpus Christi, TX on 21 September 1973:
LCDR Francis W. Miller (CG Aviator #1164)
LTJG Jerald M. Mack (CG Aviator #1567)
AD1 Harold D. Brown, Jr.
AM2 Benjamin R. Gaskins, Jr.
AT2 John F. Harrison
AT2 John P. Pledger
Montani semper liberi (Mountaineers are always free)
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ultraclassic
Posts: 1873
Proctor, WV
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| 02 Jun 2008 8:48 PM |
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Evening All,
All members of the 111th Engineering Brigade have arrived safely at Ft. McCoy, WI.
No "firm" date is yet known for their return to West Virginia but this information is expected to be forthcoming within the next 24-48 hours.
As soon as we hear, information will be posted and bumped to the top of the mission thread.
Respects,
Joe
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"This nation will remain the land of the free only so long as it is the home of the brave." Elmer Davis
Joe Cumblidge
West Virginia State Captain
UOV HOG Chapter
RM1 USCG 1969-78
(304) 455-4036 - Home
(304) 588-1278 - Cell
www.wvpatriotguard.org
In Memory of the crew of HU16E CGNR 2123, lost on SAR mission off Corpus Christi, TX on 21 September 1973:
LCDR Francis W. Miller (CG Aviator #1164)
LTJG Jerald M. Mack (CG Aviator #1567)
AD1 Harold D. Brown, Jr.
AM2 Benjamin R. Gaskins, Jr.
AT2 John F. Harrison
AT2 John P. Pledger
Montani semper liberi (Mountaineers are always free)
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beckykrush
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| 03 Jun 2008 5:45 AM |
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thank you pgr for all you guys/ladies do for our troops i will be very honest with you it felt GREAT to hear and be able to call my husband with the 111th this morning they are doing well and doing out processing now will keep you updated
thanks again
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ultraclassic
Posts: 1873
Proctor, WV
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| 03 Jun 2008 7:20 AM |
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Good Morning All,
I just wanted to make a posting to let all of you know that good old fashioned Red, White and Blue Patriotism is alive and well in another section of our country.
In speaking with Becky Krushansky this morning, whose husband is a member of the 111th EB, she informed me that upon their arrival at Bangor (ME) International Airport yesterday, they were greeted by upwards of 100 Veterans, employees and ordinary citizens who formed a line for them to pass through while saluting and applauding their return to American soil!!
In checking the web site of the airport, I have learned they have a group called "Troop Greetings" who make it their business to know when our men and women are returning from overseas and show up in force to welcome them home. As of August 2007, they had greeted their 500,000th soldier!!! This is something they do of their own accord because, just like the PGR, it's the right thing to do.
I would encourage each of you to do exactly as I've done and visit their web site. Click on "Contact Us" and send them a brief note of thanks for the way this particular airport, and state, treats our returning men and women. Go to http://www.flybangor.com/index.html to do this.
I cannot emphasize enough how great it would for us to be able to match, or exceed, the size of the our welcoming party when these men and women return to the Mountain State. Please do all you can to ensure that you're able to attend.
Respects,
Joe
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"This nation will remain the land of the free only so long as it is the home of the brave." Elmer Davis
Joe Cumblidge
West Virginia State Captain
UOV HOG Chapter
RM1 USCG 1969-78
(304) 455-4036 - Home
(304) 588-1278 - Cell
www.wvpatriotguard.org
In Memory of the crew of HU16E CGNR 2123, lost on SAR mission off Corpus Christi, TX on 21 September 1973:
LCDR Francis W. Miller (CG Aviator #1164)
LTJG Jerald M. Mack (CG Aviator #1567)
AD1 Harold D. Brown, Jr.
AM2 Benjamin R. Gaskins, Jr.
AT2 John F. Harrison
AT2 John P. Pledger
Montani semper liberi (Mountaineers are always free)
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Swanton, Ohio
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| 03 Jun 2008 12:25 PM |
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WELCOME HOME and THANK YOU
Your service is greatly appreciated
"Never believe that a few caring people can't change the world.
For, indeed, that's all who ever have."
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Uffda
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Wonder Lake, IL
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| 03 Jun 2008 3:16 PM |
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Posted By ultraclassic on 03 Jun 2008 7:20 AM "Good Morning All,
I just wanted to make a posting to let all of you know that good old fashioned Red, White and Blue Patriotism is alive and well in another section of our country.
In speaking with Becky Krushansky this morning, whose husband is a member of the 111th EB, she informed me that upon their arrival at Bangor (ME) International Airport yesterday, they were greeted by upwards of 100 Veterans, employees and ordinary citizens who formed a line for them to pass through while saluting and applauding their return to American soil!!
In checking the web site of the airport, I have learned they have a group called "Troop Greetings" who make it their business to know when our men and women are returning from overseas and show up in force to welcome them home. As of August 2007, they had greeted their 500,000th soldier!!! This is something they do of their own accord because, just like the PGR, it's the right thing to do.
I would encourage each of you to do exactly as I've done and visit their web site. Click on "Contact Us" and send them a brief note of thanks for the way this particular airport, and state, treats our returning men and women. Go to http://www.flybangor.com/index.html to do this.
I cannot emphasize enough how great it would for us to be able to match, or exceed, the size of the our welcoming party when these men and women return to the Mountain State. Please do all you can to ensure that you're able to attend.
Respects,Joe"
Joe,
The group you are referring to is The Maine Troop Greeters
Maine also has the The Freeport Flag Ladies
Both of these groups are wonderful Patriots, offering a hand shake, a pat on the shoulder, a cell phone to call home; to all our service members as the come and go at Bangor. They both post daily pictures on their website's and will mail a photo to a requesting family also. |
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