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hazdgs 
Posts: 39
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| 21 May 2007 6:55 AM |
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| I am truely sorry for your loss. I will be standing by in Spring. |
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WayneGeorge
Posts: 23
Alvin, Texas
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| 21 May 2007 7:14 AM |
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58,178 gave their life for this man and his family, he gave his life for millions, I will be there for him.
Wayne George
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stormchaser807
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| 21 May 2007 3:16 PM |
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Hi Guys!
My name is Charles Saunders and I was an Soldier's Angel of Dan's.
If anyone comes back with pics can you send me some because I can not make it to Texas.
Thank you!
Charles Saunders
GOD BLESS!!!!
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JohnnyD
Posts: 654
PGR Handyman Cypress, TX
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| 21 May 2007 5:51 PM |
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Mission update:
Services for Spc Dan H. Nguyen will be Saturday the 26th at:
Christ Incarnate Word Catholic Church
8503 S Kirkwood Rd
Houston, TX 77099
Service Time 11:00-12:00
Burial will follow at Houston National Cemetery
A final itinerary will be released soon.
Please make plans to honor this fallen hero from our area this Memorial Day weekend
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JohnnyD - Texas DSC (ret), PGR # 127, SE Texas Calendar of Events
Support Our Wounded Troops! Thank You to all who have served and are currently serving. Riding in memory of Spc Villianueva, Sgt Michael Taylor, CWO Kenyon, CWO Garcia, SSgt Jerry Durbin, Pfc Tina Prest, Pfc Amy Duerksen, GSgt Fry, TSgt Walter Moss, Pfc Edwards, SPC Latimer, Cpt Funkhouser, Sgt Ramirez, PGR RC George Griffith, SSgt Kenneth I Pugh, SSgt Jenkins, LCpl Ryan A Miller, SSgt Reynolds, Cpl Benjamin Salgado Rosales, Pfc Hewitt, Cpl Luke Holler, Sgt. Mitchel Mutz, Cpt David M Fraser, LCpl Luke C. Yepsen, LCpl Stephen L. Morris, Pfc. Nathaniel Given, Spc. Dustin R Donica, SPC. Collin Schockmel, Pfc. Tanton, LCpl Anthony Aguirre, Pfc. Cory C Kosters, Sgt. Ryan Green, Spc Rodney J McCandless, Spc Eddie Tamez, SSgt Chris Kiernan, Pfc. Larry I Guyton, Spc Dan H. Nguyen, Spc. Michael J Jaurigue, 1st LT. West, Sgt. Danny Soto, LCpl. Matthew Gonzales, LCpl. Bobby Twitty, CPL Zachary Endsley, Spc. Eric Salinas, Sgt. Kitowski, Spc. William L. Edwards, PFC. Austin, LCpl. Matthew Medlicott, Spc. Rodney Johnson, Sgt Omar Mora, Cpl Donald Valentine, PVT Robert Holcomb, LCpl Burris, Cpl Smitherman, SPC Benjamin J. Garrison, Sgt. Blalock, 1st Lt Jeremy Ray, Spc. Orlando Perez, Sgt Gregory Unruh, CPL. Steven Candelo, CPL Molina, SSgt Jeffery L Hartley, SSgt Heredia, Sgt Ward, Spc Roughto |
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KristyT88
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| 22 May 2007 9:28 AM |
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| My husband (MSgt Air Force) and I will be in Houston for our daughter's graduation. We will do our best to honor this man and be in attendance at the cemetary as we will be visiting our fallen family and friends there also. I have been keeping track of this story and always do for my hometown.
K (currently stationed in NC)
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Uffda
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Wonder Lake, IL
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| 22 May 2007 10:10 AM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Spc Dan H. Nguyen. May God help you though this difficult time and sorrow. Know your son was and is a Hero to us all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you always. He will never be forgotten.
Rest Safely and Securely in God's Loving Arms, Dan.
Going home, going home,
I'm just going home.
Quiet-like, slip away-
I'll be going home.
It's not far, just close by;
Jesus is the Door;
Work all done, laid aside,
Fear and grief no more.
Friends are there, waiting now.
He is waiting, too.
See His smile! See His hand!
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Only two defining forces have ever offered to die for you: 1. Jesus Christ. 2. The American G.I. One died for your soul, the other for your Freedom.
In Memory of Jon Dreymann 08-13-09 WWR NRC Who left us way too soon. Farvel min venn. |
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howlgwolf
Posts: 20
Bryan/College Station Texas
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| 22 May 2007 10:19 PM |
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Spc Dan H. Nguyen you have touched the lives that you were suppose to touch and completed your mission here on earth before the lord called you home to the comfort of his arms. My heart goes out to your family and friends left behind and I hope they find comfort in knowing you are watching over them from heaven. Thank you for your service to a Greatful Nation. YOU WILL NOT BE FORGOTTEN.
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1Sabre
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| 23 May 2007 11:44 AM |
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My deepest condolences to the family and friends of Spc. Dan Nguyen. You are a true Hero of our Country. Thank you for your service to our country. God Bless You and your Family durring this difficult time. I stand ready to honor you as a HERO to our USA!!!!
God Bless You Spc. Dan Nguyen,
Brad G.
Cypress, Tx.
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Susan Sturgis
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Bear, DE
In Memory of Ed "Old Iron" Barrett
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| 23 May 2007 6:33 PM |
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BootLady
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TOU Enforcement Agent
"In God We Still Trust" Diamond Rio - Diamond Rio's Greatest Hits II
"You may die with nothing, but if you have brought a rainbow into somebody else's life, your mission is complete." |
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mnray
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| 24 May 2007 9:16 AM |
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| As a Viet Nam Vet I have two questions: Who's idea was it to fly a South Viet Nam flag, and does this action have the approval of "National?"
It appears that PGR is becoming a political entity. I have fought for freedom of speech and freedom of rights and although I would respect a South Viet Nam organization to fly their previous country's flag, I have a problem with PGR flying/representing another country.
Seems to me at 24 Spc. Nguyen had to be an "American Citizen" born in the United States to join the Military. Although I commend him serving in his/our forces as a part of a repayment for his families country, when you join the US Military your allegiance is to the United States of America -Only.
As a Veteran, I realize that Viet Nam lost some fine young men to the war. I feel that if Representatives from the former country of South Viet Nam want to honor him they should have a service of their very own. No matter what his psychological intent, Spc. Nguyen fought for the United States of America.
In 1973 the United States stopped its combat operations. South Viet Nam continued to fight until the fall of Saigon on May 1, 1975. North and South Viet Nam became a single country again on July 2, 1976.
In this case, I would be on the side of the protestors.
Mike Ray, Sgt. USMC
Viet Nam 1969-1970
Capt. USAF (Retired Reserve)
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WayneGeorge
Posts: 23
Alvin, Texas
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| 24 May 2007 9:21 AM |
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the flag is from the former country of South Vietnam it repesents NO country of today, the request was from the family
I am a Vietnam Vet. 68-69 71-72 |
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papabear37
Posts: 7
Jamaica Beach, TX 77554
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| 24 May 2007 9:56 AM |
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I think I understand the feelings of Mike Ray. He was there and no doubt has a better/different understanding of the Viet Nam situation than most of us. Not that it makes much of a difference, but a man does not have to be born in this country nor does he have to be a citizen to fight for this country. In fact, he gets no citizenship bonus points for his service. I don't know wheteher or not Dan Nguyen was born here or if he was a citizen. It doesn't matter. What I do know is that he died for this country, and that is ultimately what we honor him and his family for. I personally don't see anything political about honoring his family's request. However, I'm not surprised that some may object. Viet Nam will always be a tender subject for many. I don't know what protesters Mike is with on this subject, but I hope he didn't mean the Kansas bunch. God bless all of the PGR and let us remain united in every way.
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tneff
Posts: 178
Beasley , Texas
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| 24 May 2007 10:04 AM |
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| We are honoring a hero that gave his all, Spc Dan H. Nguyen. Let's not forget that. |
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bayougal
Posts: 88
Dickinson, TX
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| 24 May 2007 10:13 AM |
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I commend the PGR for honoring the families wishes to fly a flag of their native country. They are grateful for the life they are able to live now due to the sacrifices of our servicemen in their country, but they can never forget where they came from any more than we could if we lived elsewhere. I can understand how this might be difficult for the veterans who were there, but this is about honoring a US SOLDIER no matter where he or his parents came from. That being said, to the Nguyen family, you have me deepest sympathy for the loss of your HERO. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. May God grant you peace and strength.
The Land of the Free, Because of the Brave
Proud daughter of WWII and Korea Veteran
Proud aunt of PFC Chase Edwards, USMC, KIA 06Apr2006 |
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Olbiker
Posts: 8
Bellaire, TX 77401
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| 24 May 2007 10:15 AM |
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| A Patriot is defined as “One who loves his or her country and supports its authority and interests” (Merriam-Webster, 2007). The etymology of the term Patriot is from Greek patriōtēs, from patria lineage, from patr-, patēr or “father”. Thus, being a Patriot is more a parental than political affiliation. But let’s be real here – many of us riders have vests full of patches with profound political statements. In any case, the issue of the South Vietnamese flag presents an interesting paradox. Anyone serving in Viet Nam earned a campaign ribbon that is, essentially, a replica of this flag. So, even though I agree in principle that political statements should be avoided by PGR members during mission activities, it is my opinion that this flag is an officially recognized symbol of U.S. “authority & interests” and may be proudly flown by Patriots.
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OlBiker
USMC 1964 -1970.
Honor is the only virtue that you can take to the grave. Semper Fi.
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phoneman58
Posts: 8
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| 24 May 2007 10:31 AM |
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| I believe the PGR is all about showing respect and honor for those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country, and those that are willing to do so. Spc Nguyen's family not only lost one of their members, they also lost their country. If it brings them some comfort seeing the South Vietnam flag flown during their son's funeral, then I am all for it. I don't see anything political in it. I only see us doing everything we can to support the family when they need it the most. I'm also with papabear37 in hoping that mnray is not refering to the protesters from Kansas. |
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WindRider.127
Posts: 52
Katy Texas
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| 24 May 2007 11:09 AM |
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Stage clarifcation: All staging is at the same location for the earliy escort as well as the primary mission. (Food Town on corner of S.Kirkwood and Bissonnet). Please do not go to anyother location but this.
Staging starts at 8am. The family escort of 6 big flag bikes will leave at 8:40am. Everyone else will leave with the primary group at 9:50am.
If you have a flag mounted on your bike (any size), please test it at high way speeds ( 70MPH) before you arrive.
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Windrider - Retired Deputy State Captain PGR TX
In memory of KIAs & 1st Responders: USMC P George,TSGT W Moss Jr,LCPL S Perez,PFC Tribble,SGT R Ramirez,SSGT Baker,SFC Pugh,SGT Ulloa Jr,SSGT Jenkins,USMC R Miller,HPD/USMC R Johnson,CPL B Rosales,PO2 C Welch,1st LT DM Fraser,LCPL Yepsen,LCPL S Morris,PFC N Given,SPC Donica,PO Polidore,SPC R Berg,Cheif Mendoza,SPC Schockmel,LCPL Aguirre,PFC Kosters,PFC R Green,PFC McCandless,SGT M McDowell,SPC E Tamez,PFC Roy Jones,PFC Guyton,SPC Dan Nguyen,SPC Jauique,Lt K West,SGT Dan Soto,LCPL M Gonzales,PFC B Bobb,LCPL B Twitty,PFC Z Endsley,SPC E Salinas,SPC W Edwards,SGT Ty Kitowski,PVT A Austin,SFC J Kettle,LCPL M Medlicott,SPC R Johnson,SSGT Heil,SGT O Mora,CPL SA McIntosh,CPL D Valentine,Corrections Ofc S Canfield,Constable J Norling,PVT RO Holcomb,CPL JW Burris,SPC Smitherman,SPC B Garrison,Conroe PD J Cranfill,Constable D Joubert,Constable Thielepape,Sherrif C Miller,CPL MD Collins,SPC OA Perez,BG(ret) Ogg,PFC B Lerma,CPL SA McIntosh,SGT G Unruh,SPC J Molina,CPL S Candelo,SGT S Tousha,SSGT J Hartley,HFD M Pate,LT T Cunningham,SPC DP McCormick,SPC Emily Ort,ABE3 BJ Luna,HFD C Boisvert,PHI Medical Helicopter Crew,Galv PD JWyers,SSGT Heredia,SGT C Mitts,SSGT Archie A. Taylor,CPL Cody Searway,SrAir Bramble,HFD Capt Harlow & Damien Hobbs,HPD Henry Canales; |
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JohnnyD
Posts: 654
PGR Handyman Cypress, TX
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| 24 May 2007 12:59 PM |
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Mike is certainly entitled to his opinion, and I respect it. He was there, he has more then earned his right to object if he feels that flying one South Vietnam flag is wrong. Mike and Cindy have been wonderful supporters of the PGR for a long time are are valued members.
The family made a request, I agreed to it and stand by the decision. This is NOT the place to air this subject out as this is the tread for a fallen hero. I asking all to end this debate right here and return our focus to our mission. If Mike or anyone else wants to continue this then start a tread someplace else on the forum.
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JohnnyD - Texas DSC (ret), PGR # 127, SE Texas Calendar of Events
Support Our Wounded Troops! Thank You to all who have served and are currently serving. Riding in memory of Spc Villianueva, Sgt Michael Taylor, CWO Kenyon, CWO Garcia, SSgt Jerry Durbin, Pfc Tina Prest, Pfc Amy Duerksen, GSgt Fry, TSgt Walter Moss, Pfc Edwards, SPC Latimer, Cpt Funkhouser, Sgt Ramirez, PGR RC George Griffith, SSgt Kenneth I Pugh, SSgt Jenkins, LCpl Ryan A Miller, SSgt Reynolds, Cpl Benjamin Salgado Rosales, Pfc Hewitt, Cpl Luke Holler, Sgt. Mitchel Mutz, Cpt David M Fraser, LCpl Luke C. Yepsen, LCpl Stephen L. Morris, Pfc. Nathaniel Given, Spc. Dustin R Donica, SPC. Collin Schockmel, Pfc. Tanton, LCpl Anthony Aguirre, Pfc. Cory C Kosters, Sgt. Ryan Green, Spc Rodney J McCandless, Spc Eddie Tamez, SSgt Chris Kiernan, Pfc. Larry I Guyton, Spc Dan H. Nguyen, Spc. Michael J Jaurigue, 1st LT. West, Sgt. Danny Soto, LCpl. Matthew Gonzales, LCpl. Bobby Twitty, CPL Zachary Endsley, Spc. Eric Salinas, Sgt. Kitowski, Spc. William L. Edwards, PFC. Austin, LCpl. Matthew Medlicott, Spc. Rodney Johnson, Sgt Omar Mora, Cpl Donald Valentine, PVT Robert Holcomb, LCpl Burris, Cpl Smitherman, SPC Benjamin J. Garrison, Sgt. Blalock, 1st Lt Jeremy Ray, Spc. Orlando Perez, Sgt Gregory Unruh, CPL. Steven Candelo, CPL Molina, SSgt Jeffery L Hartley, SSgt Heredia, Sgt Ward, Spc Roughto |
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SouthTexas
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| 24 May 2007 8:44 PM |
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| Thank you, Spc Nguyen, for your unselfish service. Your pride in your old and new countries, and your desire to pay tribute to those who helped defend South Vietnam, impresses me greatly. You were a brave American, Sir, and my heart hurts for your family and friends. |
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Martillo
Posts: 67
San Antonio, Texas
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| 24 May 2007 10:16 PM |
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| My condolences and prayers go out to the family and friends of Spc. Dan H. Nguyen. Thanks for your service and may you rest in peace my brother. |
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Alberto T. Cazares, Jr
Retired AF Master Sergeant
VFW Post 9174 Life Member
American Legion Post # 0345 Member
Texas Hill Country HOG Chapter #1410 Member
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Big John 3610
Posts: 13
Spring, Texas
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| 25 May 2007 6:20 AM |
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| May we all thank God for the honor this man has brought his family and for their unbelievable sacrifice in the loss of their child. I agree with those that feel that if the flying of the South Vietnamese flag adds a moment of support to his family, then I will be proud to ride and support the family this Saturday. |
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48Burnout
Posts: 40
Houston, TX
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| 25 May 2007 1:08 PM |
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| It will be my honor to stand at the services for this fine American hero. This should be an especially touching service since it is being held on Memorial Day weekend.......It will be a sad reminder of what this holiday is all about...the loss of our young men in service to our country.
My sympathy to the family and friends of this brave young man...... |
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Cheryl Harris
"...Here, in this place where the West held together, let us make a vow to our dead. Let us show them by our actions that we understand what they died for. Let our actions say to them the words .... 'I will not fail thee nor forsake thee.' Strengthened by their courage and heartened by their valor and borne by their memory, let us continue to stand for the ideals for which they lived and died."
Ronald Reagan's D-Day Address at Omaha Beach, delivered June 6, 1984.
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hazdgs
Posts: 39
Spring, Texas
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| 25 May 2007 2:59 PM |
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| As a joint mission Sugar Land Fire Dept and Houston Fire Dept will fly the Big Flag together for Dan and his Family. And it is an Honor to do so. |
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larry357
Posts: 85
Alvin,Texas
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| 25 May 2007 6:07 PM |
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| Anyone from the Alvin area going on this mission as I plan to attend and thought a few of us could ride together ? |
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Chainsaw
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| 25 May 2007 10:39 PM |
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Thank you Spc Nguyen for serving your country and by doing so protect our freedom and provide us safety. It will be a privledge to ride in your honor sir.
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