Podcasts about Gold Star Mothers

NVO Involvement And Updates -this segment is about what upcoming announcements are in store for the Navajo Veterans Organization that will be difficult to achieve but worth the effort to complete in the long run for the lives of veterans, surviving spouses, and Gold Star Mothers. #White_Cone_Veterans_Meeting_Recap

Bill Phillips, who did not advance in the GOP Primary for Sheriff, now is trying to undermine Lt. Heather Lappin, the GOP nominee for Pima County Sheriff. Sheron Jones, Southern Arizona Gold Star Mothers on the meaning of a "Gold Star" family and how you can support by going to Rockin' 4 Heroes southernarizonagoldstarmothers.org rockin4heroes.org

Almost 100 years ago, a mother grieving the loss of her son in battle brought together other mothers who were coping with similar losses; in the process, she started American Gold Star Mothers, Inc. Over the past century, the organization has grown and continues to aid mothers—and families—through the grieving process, inspiring its members to continue a life of service. Hosts LTG (Ret.) Leslie C. Smith and SMA (Ret.) Dan Dailey sit down with Gold Star Mothers President Patti Elliott and new member Nichole Jackson Chilton to discuss what the organization is currently doing, the brave exploits of their respective sons, and to discover how one of them influenced the recent renaming of Fort Bragg to Fort Liberty.   Guests:   Patti Elliot, Gold Star Mothers National President Nichole Jackson Chilton, Gold Star Mother Member   Has a member of the Army positively changed your life? Now is your chance to thank them publicly with a shoutout via our Hooah Hotline and have it possibly appear on an upcoming episode of AUSA's Army Matters podcast!   AUSA's Army Matters podcast can also be heard on Wreaths Across America Radio on Monday at 8 pm Eastern  You can find Wreaths Across America Radio on the iHeart Radio app, the Audacy app, and the TuneIn app. Search the word Wreath.    Donate: If you are interested in supporting AUSA's educational programs, such as this podcast, please visit www.ausa.org/donate. Feedback: How are we doing? Email us at podcast@ausa.org. Disclaimer: AUSA's Army Matters podcast primary purpose is to entertain. The podcast does not constitute advice or services. While guests are invited to listen, listeners please note that you are not being provided professional advice from the podcast or the guests. The views and opinions of our guests do not necessarily reflect the views of AUSA.

Patti Elliot helps us understand what benefits Gold Star Mothers derive from serving others. Gold Star Mothers has its origin going back to WWI and those who are members have paid an unimaginable price to join the group, the loss of a child on the battlefield. Please tune in to hear what she has to say. You will be glad you did. Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com

Much more than a kick off to summer, Memorial Day is about remembering those who sacrificed their lives in military service. We meet Paula Davis, president of Maryland Gold Star Mothers -- she talks about her son, Justin, and how the group honors the memories of their children through continued service to the military community.Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers mharvie@wypr.org 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers mgerr@wypr.org 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his sbdawes@wypr.org 410-235-1472

In this podcast episode ... Gone too soon, but never forgotten!   We talk to Gold Star mothers as they remember their military children, lost in the line of duty to them and the nation at the annual Hero Tree ceremony in Old Saybrook, Connecticut. Plus we take a look at other stories from across the region

Gold Star Mother and Gold Star Ambassador at “The Heroes Journey”, Holly Higgins-Staudacher, joins SMA Tilley to share the heartfelt story of her son, Danny,  who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.  SMA Tilley listens as Holly delivers powerful insight into the interwoven conversation on destiny and faith. She shares important ways to embrace healing. Holly also describes her work with “The Heroes Journey” and supporting Gold Star Mothers through storytelling and workshops. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yournextmission/message

Robin Bartlett: A Firsthand Account of Vietnam War Combat and Writing History https://open.spotify.com/show/2QmqLwvb2z6qMbRVuibLbF?si=3240a45fd84043d0 https://youtu.be/YaWyyDl0aik Introduction: Step back in time 50 years as Robin Bartlett takes you on a gripping journey through his extraordinary experiences as a 1st Lieutenant with the 1st Cavalry Division (Airmobile) during the height of the Vietnam War. As a combat infantry platoon leader, Robin led his 32-man platoon on search and destroy missions and helicopter assaults into intense landing zones. In this captivating presentation, Robin unveils the horror, fear, anguish, and even moments of dark humor that defined the war, shedding light on its long-term impact and sharing valuable insights on leadership, courage, PTSD, and life lessons learned. Subjects Covered: Robin Bartlett delivers keynote addresses, talks, and podcasts with powerful visuals for a wide range of audiences including: Veteran recognition: Memorial Day, Veterans Day, Vietnam Veterans Day Veteran Groups Civic Groups Military Families Vietnam War & Military History Buffs High School and College Courses Libraries Topics Explored: Drawing from his personal experiences, Robin dives into various topics related to the Vietnam War and its aftermath, offering unique perspectives and lessons learned: Personal perspectives and lessons learned from the Vietnam War after 50+ years from a 'boots on the ground' point of view. Leadership: The challenges of being a "grunt" (infantryman) and leading young men in combat. Firefights, fear, and courage: Navigating life and death situations and demonstrating bravery under fire. The Army's Airmobile battle concept and the intense combat assaults conducted with the 1st Cavalry Division (Airmobile). Coping with and surviving PTSD, Agent Orange, and the transition to civilian life after combat. The post-war landscape: Demining Vietnam, Honor Flights, Gold Star Mothers, Sons & Daughters in Touch, and other humanitarian nonprofits. The significance of the phrase "Welcome Home" for Vietnam Veterans and a comparison with other wars. https://robinbartlettauthor.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/manlihood/message

On this day in 1930, the U.S. War Department insisted that Black mothers and widows must travel on segregated boats in order to visit their loved ones' graves in Europe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — On this week's episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we talk about the Mountain Valley Pipeline, raising the debt ceiling and more. In Segments One and Two, we talk to Sen. Joe Manchin (D-WV) about the Mountain Valley Pipeline and more. In Segment Three, we talk to Gary Zuckett, Executive Director of the WV-CAG, about raising the debt ceiling. We end today's episode talking to Terry Cunningham, President of the Gold Star Mothers, to talk about their organization.

Thomas Gery, a common man with uncommon life experiences, lives in Berks County, Pennsylvania. He served in the US Army with duty in Vietnam. As a social worker he helped children, youth, and adults in a variety of practice venues and situations throughout a work life of 40 years. Married, with two adult children and two grandchildren, he is currently writing his life story to provide answers to questions his kids will never ask.

This year's Virginia International Tattoo theme is: "A Salute to Military Families." As part of the celebration, American Gold Star Mothers will be honored. These women - and their families - gave the ultimate sacrifice when their children died while serving their country. Our Lisa Godley spoke with Mona Gunn, the only African American in Gold Star's 107-year history to hold the office of national president. This is her story.

In this episode, Cheddy and Michelle discuss:   Janice Chance, the Mother of Jesse Melton III, Captain, United States Marine Corps, who was killed in action on September 9th 2008 Who Captain Jesse Melton was in his mother's words Using faith to persevere through tragedy,  Turning your pain into pearls Key takeaways: Grief turned inward is destructive If you're hurting, go out and serve others Sorrow and joy can coexist. Your heart can be hurting, but you still can be joyful.  Do not leave this life without making a positive impact. Complete your Earthly mission  Learn more about fallen heroes, say their names and keep their legacies alive “A lot of people know God in their head, but don't know Him in their heart. That 18 inches is a big thing.”” -Janice Chance, Mother of Captain Jesse Melton III   “I want to go change the world and make a difference, to do something that will bring God Glory.” -Jesse Melton III, Captain, United States Marine Corps, KIA 9 September 2008 Website: www.WinningInside.io  Michelle: www.WickmanWellness.com  Cheddy: www.CheddyMatthews.com  Email: WinningInsidePodcast@gmail.com Twitter: @winning_inside  Facebook: @WinningInside LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/winninginside  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoF6Rtked9jTNVdaVmARl6g    For more information about Janice Chance, Captain Jesse Melton III, or the Gold Star Mothers, please go to: https:///www.jessemelton3rd.net  www.marylandgoldstarmoms.com    “Jesse, rest easy warrior. We've got the watch... Till we meet again.  -Semper Fi brother!

Sophie is a writer based in the Hudson Valley who focuses on the intersection of spirituality, storytelling, and ecology. We speak about personal and collective mythologies and how so many of our stories have been deracinated from their roots in ways that perpetuate harm. We discuss the importance of rerooting and rewilding these narratives by listening with our whole bodies, and becoming aware of how our individual story is a part of an overarching ecological matrix. We touch on how we've both worked to reframe our own sensitivity and illness, and the complexities of Psilocybin, masculinity, Jesus, spirituality and magic.Find Sophie at and on Instagram, on Substack and check out her course with Advaya. Pre-order her book The Flowering Wand: Rewilding the Sacred Masculine.Sophie's Book Recommendations: When We Cease to Understand the World by Benjamín Labatut and Inflamed by by Rupa Marya and Raj PatelSongs featured: “Gold Star Mothers” by Hammock, “Meet The Moonlight” by Jack Johnson, and “Dust” by Ryan MontbleauHow to support the show:Rate, review and subscribe to the podcast on iTunes!Become a paid subscriber on Substack.Visit my website - AnyaKaats.com & Find me on InstagramA Millennial's Guide to Saving the World is a listener-supported project. If you find this content valuable and have the means to donate, please consider becoming a paid subscriber. Get full access to A Millennial's Guide to Saving the World at anyakaats.substack.com/subscribe

Zoe Apisdorf, Director of Residential Experience at Rust Belt Riders, talks about their partnership with the City of Avon Lake in offering residents a drop-off compost service. Upcoming events happening in Avon Lake: Sunday, May 15, 4:00 PM: Avon Lake High School Spring Choir Concert / Fundraiser Sunday, May 15, 10:00 PM: Star Party at Walker Road Park Monday, May 16, 7:00 PM: Collective Committee Meeting Thursday, May 19, 6:30 PM: Avon Lake Citizen of the Year & Project of the Year Award Ceremony Saturday, May 21, 9:00 AM: Avon Lake Clean-Up Day Saturday, May 21, 9:00 AM-12:00 PM: Shred Day at Ellen Trivanovich Aquatic Center Parking Lot Saturday, May 21, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM: Avon Lake Public Library Outdoor Tent Book Sale Sunday, May 22, 10:00 AM: Avon Lake Sports Hall of Fame 30th Annual Memorial Golf Outing Monday, May 23, 7:00 PM: City Council Meeting Thursday, May 26, 6:00 PM-8:30 PM: Vendor Game Night at Klingshirn Winery Monday, May 30, 10:00 AM: Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony. All Blue Star and Gold Star Mothers, veterans groups, and Avon Lake organizations interested in participating should contact Jacqui Hoffman, Program Manager at (440) 930-4130 Ext. 1033 or by emailing AvonLakeMemorialDay@AvonLake.org. For more information on future events/meetings, please visit www.AvonLake.org

We dedicate this episode to all military mothers who may be listening–but especially the mothers of children serving in the U.S. Military.   Today, Molly shares a question and answer segment with a mother who has more than one child serving in the U.S Military. She shares her initial reaction as her first child answered his call to serve, how that reaction differed from her second, and the advice she has for other mothers praying for the safety of their child every night. We thank all of our military mothers. We hope you have a wonderful Mother's Day. Do you know a veteran who is struggling to win their VA disability claim? Help your service member and check out VA Claims Insider! Schedule your FREE 30-minute, no-obligation Discovery Call with a team member! Click here now!!The article referenced in today's segment:How Military Moms Changed the History of Mother's DayInstagram: milspouse_houseFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/milspousehouseWebsite: milspousehouse.vaclaimsinsider.com

Terry Robison, Chair of Avon Lake's Citizens Tree Commission, talks about their tree sapling give-away for Avon Lake's fifth grade students, celebrating the 150th anniversary of Arbor Day.  Upcoming events happening in Avon Lake: May 2, 2022, 7:00 PM: Collective Committee Meeting - Council Chamber May 3, 2022, 6:30 AM-7:30 PM: Primary Election Day May 5, 2022, 3:00-5:00 PM: 9th Annual North Coast Business Expo May 7, 2022, 9:00 AM: Avon Lake Early Childhood PTA's “Avon Lake Citywide Garage Sale" May 7, 2022, 9:00 AM-12:00 PM: EAAB Tree Sapling Giveaway and Avon-on-the-Lake Garden Club's Plant Sale at the Goddard School May 9, 2022, 7:00 PM: City Council Meeting - Council Chamber May 30, 2022, 10:00 AM: Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony. All Blue Star and Gold Star Mothers, veterans groups, and Avon Lake organizations interested in participating should contact Jacqui Hoffman, Program Manager at 440-930-4130 Ext. 1033 or by emailing AvonLakeMemorialDay@AvonLake.org. For more information on future events/meetings, please visit www.AvonLake.org

Ron Pallinger, President of the Avon Lake Sports Hall of Fame, talks about the history of the Hall of Fame, current and former inductees, and upcoming events. Upcoming events happening in Avon Lake: April 18, 2022: Collective Committee Meeting-Council Chamber April 25, 2022: City Council Meeting-Council Chamber May 3, 2022, 6:30 AM-7:30 PM: Primary Election Day May 30, 2022 - 10:00 AM: Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony. All Blue Star and Gold Star Mothers, veterans groups, and Avon Lake organizations interested in participating should contact Jacqui Hoffman, Program Manager at (440) 930-4130 Ext. 1033 or by emailing AvonLakeMemorialDay@AvonLake.org. For more information on future events/meetings, please visit www.AvonLake.org

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — On this week's episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, co-hosts Mark Curtis and Amanda Barren sit down with a variety of people to talk about a racist email sent to a black delegate in West Virginia, Medicaid, north-central West Virginia, and Gold Star Mothers. In Segment One, Mark Curtis interviews Del. Danielle Walker (D-Monongalia) who recently filed a civil lawsuit against the pro-life group West Virginians For Life after she received a message from the group with a photo of a KKK klansman. Kelly Allen, Executive Director of the West Virginia Center on Budget and Policy, talks to Mark Curtis about what is happening with Medicaid in the Mountain State. Patsy Trecost II, Harrison County Commissioner, calls in to talk to Mark Curtis about why north-central West Virginia is seeing a boom in economic development. We end this week's episode of Inside West Virginia Politics with Amanda Barren talking to Gold Star Mothers and what their organization's goals are.

My name is Kimberly Walker, and I'm an Army Veteran. I have created a new video podcast, LOCKED AND LOADED DIARIES, along with my battle buddies and Gold Star Mothers, Teri Myhre Caserta and Heather Hedge Baker. We have created a podcast that addresses non-combat deaths in the military. According to a congressional research service dated May 2021, from 2006-to 2021, 75% of military deaths were non-combat. Meaning only 25% of deaths happened due to a combat situation. 93% of these non-combat deaths happened on US Soil. Suicides, homicides, homicides by suicide, neglect, overdoses, and fatalities don't make sense. So what the hell is happening in the US military??? We will talk to Gold Star families. The families who were left behind. They will tell us their stories, the impact these deaths left on them, and the lack of transparency, respect, and justice they received from the military. Please join us on YouTube or your favorite podcast platform every week to hear a new story. Please follow us on TikTok, Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. www.usmilitarylockedandloaded.com

We have a deep dive into the Rittenhouse case and FBI overreach.  Our guests are: Jack Posobiec, Dr. Peter Navarro, Tina Peters, Phillip Patrick Stay ahead of the censors - Join us warroom.org/join Aired On: 11/19/2021 Watch: On the Web: http://www.warroom.org On Podcast: http://warroom.ctcin.bio On TV: PlutoTV Channel 240, Dish Channel 219, Roku, Apple TV, FireTV or on https://AmericasVoice.news. #news #politics #realnews

We have a deep dive into the Rittenhouse case and FBI overreach.  Our guests are: Jack Posobiec, Dr. Peter Navarro, Tina Peters, Phillip Patrick Stay ahead of the censors - Join us warroom.org/join Aired On: 11/19/2021 Watch: On the Web: http://www.warroom.org On Podcast: http://warroom.ctcin.bio On TV: PlutoTV Channel 240, Dish Channel 219, Roku, Apple TV, FireTV or on https://AmericasVoice.news. #news #politics #realnews

We discuss updates with the Colorado whistleblower, speak with parent advocates, and iTarget CEO. Our guests are: Boris Epshteyn, Joe Crouch, Samaire Armstrong, Joe Mobley, Quisha King, Tina Peters Stay ahead of the censors - Join us warroom.org/join Aired On: 11/17/2021 Watch: On the Web: http://www.warroom.org On Podcast: http://warroom.ctcin.bio On TV: PlutoTV Channel 240, Dish Channel 219, Roku, Apple TV, FireTV or on https://AmericasVoice.news. #news #politics #realnews

We discuss updates with the Colorado whistleblower, speak with parent advocates, and iTarget CEO. Our guests are: Boris Epshteyn, Joe Crouch, Samaire Armstrong, Joe Mobley, Quisha King, Tina Peters Stay ahead of the censors - Join us warroom.org/join Aired On: 11/17/2021 Watch: On the Web: http://www.warroom.org On Podcast: http://warroom.ctcin.bio On TV: PlutoTV Channel 240, Dish Channel 219, Roku, Apple TV, FireTV or on https://AmericasVoice.news. #news #politics #realnews

The Punishers Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club held a poker run to raise money and get residents to donate gifts to Toys for Tots. Last year they raised more than $14,000. “This year our goal is to double that and all the proceeds and everything we do go to the kids here in Marion County that need Christmas. There shouldn't be a single child that doesn't have something for Christmas,” said Jimmy Bohanon. It looks like a candle you'd find at Kmart - but police are on a mission to get these dangerous items imestamps

The Scuttlebutt honors National Suicide Prevention Month and Gold Star Mothers and Family Day by welcoming Gold Star Wife, Sara Wilkinson to the program. Sara's husband, Chad Wilkinson, served for 21 years, was a Navy SEAL, and Silver Star recipient. Chad unfortunately died by suicide in 2018 due to the effects of numerous deployments, several TBIs, blast wave injuries and PTSD. With all the love Sara still carries for Chad she partnered with GORUCK to create Chad 1000x, a crossfit inspired step-up workout Chad himself used to train for climbing mountains. The workout is now used to celebrate his life and honor his memory with all proceeds going to support Veteran Mental Health Initiatives. For more information about the new report on Veteran suicide check out MilitaryTimes.com.    Veterans experiencing a mental health emergency can contact the Veteran Crisis Line at 1-800-273-8255 and select option 1 for a VA staffer. Veterans, troops or their family members can also text 838255 or visit VeteransCrisisLine.net for assistance.

Marlyn Shipley joins Tim for a special Memorial Day episode where she tells her own story. Marlyn is a Gold Star Mother, which means she lost one of her children in service to the U.S. military. Marlyn's son Michael was a specialist in the U.S. Army's 101st Airborne. He died on December 12, 1985 when the plane that he and 247 other fellow troops were aboard, crashed in Gander, Newfoundland. Marlyn talks about what Memorial Day means to her, about the life of a Gold Star mother, about her son Michael. https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/shapingopinion/Gold_Star_Mother_auphonic.mp3 One of the most touching and gripping traditions when it comes to the American military started in Cleveland, Ohio during the First World War. Robert Queisser was the father of two sons who were serving the military in Europe at that time. To help him cope with the worry a parent has when his son is at war, and to help his wife in the same way, he came up with an idea. He created a banner called the Blue Star Flag. He even patented it. The design featured a blue star, which he said represented hope and pride, on a field of white that was surrounded by a red border. It was 1917, and mothers and fathers across the country liked the idea and demand for the banners exploded. The first flags were handmade and hung in the front windows of homes by mothers, to signify that they had sons serving the war effort. If you had more than one son fighting in the war at that time, you had a star for each child. As you might expect, not all of those children survived the war. Time would pass and casualty numbers started to climb. The Women's Committee of the Council of National Defenses had an idea of its own. It suggested that mothers of soldiers killed in the war avoid wearing black mourning clothes. Instead, they said to wear a black band that featured a gold star on their left arms. President Woodrow Wilson began to call these mothers, “Gold Star Mothers.” Before long, some of those Gold Star Mothers started to stitch a gold star over the blue star on those flags in their front windows. If you walked down a street and saw that distinctive flag in the window with a gold star, you knew there was a mother in that house who lost a son in the war. By the time the Second World War happened, those blue and gold star flags became more omnipresent. To give you an idea of just how powerful those flags were, picture this. Alletta Sullivan lived in Waterloo, Iowa. She had five sons, all aboard one ship, the U.S.S. Juneau. All five of those boys died when the ship was sunk on November 13, 1942. Alletta had to replace five blue stars on her flag with five gold stars. For over 100 years now, service flags have been displayed as American troops deployed all around the world in both war and peace time. Marlyn Shipley lives in a small town near Pittsburgh and is a Gold Star mother. Links Gold Star Mothers: A History of Service and Sacrifice, OurMilitary.com The Deadliest Plane Crash in Canada Killed 248 Soldiers in 1985, HistoryCollection.com 35 Years Ago: Unsolved Gander Aircrash Kills 248 101st Airborne Soldiers, 8 Crew, The Michigan Star Gold Star Flag Ceremony Gives Closure to Dead North Huntingdon Vet's Mother, Pittsburgh Tribune-Review Skepticism Remains on Crash Anniversary, Pittsburgh Tribune-Review Band of Brothers Series (official website), HBO ABC's 20/20 Coverage of the Gander Crash: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vv8KoLHbEgc

Marlyn Shipley joins Tim for a special Memorial Day episode where she tells her own story. Marlyn is a Gold Star Mother, which means she lost one of her children in service to the U.S. military. Marlyn’s son Michael was a specialist in the U.S. Army’s 101st Airborne. He died on December 12, 1985 when the plane that he and 247 other fellow troops were aboard, crashed in Gander, Newfoundland. Marlyn talks about what Memorial Day means to her, about the life of a Gold Star mother, about her son Michael. https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/shapingopinion/Gold_Star_Mother_auphonic.mp3 One of the most touching and gripping traditions when it comes to the American military started in Cleveland, Ohio during the First World War. Robert Queisser was the father of two sons who were serving the military in Europe at that time. To help him cope with the worry a parent has when his son is at war, and to help his wife in the same way, he came up with an idea. He created a banner called the Blue Star Flag. He even patented it. The design featured a blue star, which he said represented hope and pride, on a field of white that was surrounded by a red border. It was 1917, and mothers and fathers across the country liked the idea and demand for the banners exploded. The first flags were handmade and hung in the front windows of homes by mothers, to signify that they had sons serving the war effort. If you had more than one son fighting in the war at that time, you had a star for each child. As you might expect, not all of those children survived the war. Time would pass and casualty numbers started to climb. The Women’s Committee of the Council of National Defenses had an idea of its own. It suggested that mothers of soldiers killed in the war avoid wearing black mourning clothes. Instead, they said to wear a black band that featured a gold star on their left arms. President Woodrow Wilson began to call these mothers, “Gold Star Mothers.” Before long, some of those Gold Star Mothers started to stitch a gold star over the blue star on those flags in their front windows. If you walked down a street and saw that distinctive flag in the window with a gold star, you knew there was a mother in that house who lost a son in the war. By the time the Second World War happened, those blue and gold star flags became more omnipresent. To give you an idea of just how powerful those flags were, picture this. Alletta Sullivan lived in Waterloo, Iowa. She had five sons, all aboard one ship, the U.S.S. Juneau. All five of those boys died when the ship was sunk on November 13, 1942. Alletta had to replace five blue stars on her flag with five gold stars. For over 100 years now, service flags have been displayed as American troops deployed all around the world in both war and peace time. Marlyn Shipley lives in a small town near Pittsburgh and is a Gold Star mother. Links Gold Star Mothers: A History of Service and Sacrifice, OurMilitary.com The Deadliest Plane Crash in Canada Killed 248 Soldiers in 1985, HistoryCollection.com 35 Years Ago: Unsolved Gander Aircrash Kills 248 101st Airborne Soldiers, 8 Crew, The Michigan Star Gold Star Flag Ceremony Gives Closure to Dead North Huntingdon Vet's Mother, Pittsburgh Tribune-Review Skepticism Remains on Crash Anniversary, Pittsburgh Tribune-Review Band of Brothers Series (official website), HBO ABC's 20/20 Coverage of the Gander Crash: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vv8KoLHbEgc

Episode #141: The trolls should love this one as I break down the Ma'Khia Bryant shooting. And how it is 100% justified. A slow-mo uncovers the timeframe the officer had to make a split second decision. He should be receiving a medal, instead of accusations of racism. The Raise the Roof event was an amazing success. Stiilpoint came out and I share the heartfelt news clip that captured the event. Truly a testament to the honor and sacrifice the Gold Star Mothers have to face. Lastly, I rip systemic racism apart and show you why this billion dollar industry is the opposite of what the liberal media pretend it is in America today. I must warn you I use some language and get pretty heated. Enjoy! All new tonight on Don't Unfriend Me! #IWeNeedYou #BacktheBlue ⏺ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/DontUnfriendMeHost ⏺ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dontunfriendmehost/ ⏺ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRq8HdarvQ3ZGN1zviuoahA ⏺ Podcasts: http://www.anchor.fm/dontunfriendme ⏺ Website: http://www.dontunfriendme.com ⏺ Intro Music By: https://www.reverbnation.com/stiilpoint --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dontunfriendme/message

And they shall come from the east, and from the west, and from the north, and from the south, and shall sit down in the kingdom of God. And, behold, there are last which shall be first, and there are first which shall be last. (Luke 13:29-30) 325 Church, you who I’m speaking to, tonight, across the nation, if—if you’ve separated yourself from denomination and all the filth and things of this world, and all those things that keeps you in man-made creeds and orders and things like that, you separated yourself: Look up. Get ready. The Fire is going to fall, one of these days. God is going to let Him come, and a sight to behold. Would you be ready when He comes? Would you be ready to go up with Him when He comes? The secret Rapture of the supernatural Bride, “She’ll be made mor-…from mortal to immortality; be changed, in a moment, in a twinkling of eye. We which are alive and remain shall not prevent them which are asleep.” 326 The other day, on Armistice Day, I was standing down there in Tucson. My little boy wanted to see the parade. I was studying, and I didn’t have time to do it. And I had a lot of sick calls and things. So he said, “Daddy, they won’t take me.” He said, “Take me.” 327 I said, “All right.” Brother Simpson, I think he’s here; and his little boy wanted to go. So I jerked them in the car and run down. 328 I stood there on the corner and watched. And after while, I heard, way back in the distance, a muffle coming, “womp, womp,” drums, beating. I stood there. I thought, “Well, these little fellows, they really read all these books about army. They’ll really like that.” I noticed, coming up first was the old World War I tank. There they come up, little bitty fellows like that. There was next come, after that; was the next come after that was the big new tank of the Second World War, the big Sherman tank with a muzzle break on it. Then come the next, and the next, and after while come the Gold Star Mothers. 329 And then, after while, come twelve veterans that’s left, in the whole state of Arizona, from the First World War; twelve veterans. After that, come a float, the unknown soldier, the little white cross. There stood a sailor, marine, and a soldier, standing guard; a little partition on the float. On the other side was an old gray-headed mother, setting with a gold star pinned on her, a little lovely wife crying, her husband was dead; a little ragged boy, his head turned sideways. His daddy was killed. And then behind that come more and more and more, and then to the new army. I stood there. What a sight to behold, but how sad! 330 I thought, “O God, one of these days I’m going to behold another sight.” 331 There’ll come forth a resurrection day, which, “The first will be last; they which are last will be first.” The old prophets will come breaking forth, first, and they see that procession going, marching up in the air. “And we which are alive and remain shall not hinder them which are asleep. For the trumpet of God shall sound, the dead in Christ shall rise first.” We’ll fall right in line with them going in, hallelujah, all down through the age of Luther, Wesley, Methodist, Presbyterian, on down to the last age, who received the Word in their age. God bless you. Get all things ready, and the Fire will fall. 65-1125 - "The Invisible Union Of The Bride Of Christ" Rev. William Marrion Branham ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Order your own copy of the Family Altar at http://store.bibleway.org ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Appreciate what we do? Consider supporting us: https://anchor.fm/ten-thousand-worlds/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ten-thousand-worlds/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ten-thousand-worlds/support

American Gold Star Mother and U.S. Marine Veteran, Lee-Ann Forsythe, assumes co-hosting duties today on “Movement Monday” to talk about the great work that American Gold Star Mothers Inc. (AGSM) does for our nations Gold Star Mothers, Active Duty Members, Veterans and Youth through varies outreach programs and partnerships. Lee-Ann talks about the wonderful contributions these amazing Mothers make to each other and the country.   Like her father, Lee-Ann served in the Marines, as did her son, Marc. Service is in her blood, so taking on roles within AGSM has been her way of continuing to serve. From working with our youth to teach Flag history and etiquette, partnering with “Working Dogs for Vets”, assisting Veterans, and sewing masks during the COVID-19 pandemic, Gold Star Mothers are out in front, all in white, showing us the makings of what we call the “heart of the volunteer”. Get Involved Here _____________________________________________________________________________ Follow Dan's journey at Ridewithdanusa.com  Support Suicide Awareness and Dan’s Cause at Opaatmovement.com         ©HOV2020

MEMOIRES OF A TRASH HAULER: VIGNETTES FROM THE VIETNAM WAR by Henri L. Bailey, III: Lieutenant Colonel, USAF (Retired) Did you ever wonder why Air Force Special Operations Command came into being? The many roles and missions of tactical airlift blossomed and grew during the Vietnam conflict to such an extent that the Air Force later established an Air Force Special Operations Command to retain and use those skills. They were combined with skills developed by Air Rescue and Recovery Service outside of the normal range of rescue. The remarkable capabilities of the Lockheed Hercules aircraft made much of it possible. Of course, the normal mission of moving cargo and people was retained. But added to that were flare dispensing, assault landings and takeoffs, electronic surveillance, forward air control, propaganda dispersion, personnel extraction and recovery, long-range air rescue, air refueling, gunships, helicopter landing pad establishment, and airdrops of both cargo and people at low, normal, and high altitudes. While many activities were accomplished before or after battles, there were occasions when the desperation of the need dictated landing or departure during a battle. This book attempts to capture the essence of these many missions. Henri L. Bailey, III was born in Washington, D.C. in 1938. When he was 3 & ½ years old, his family moved to Maywood, Illinois; where he was raised. He attended grade school in Maywood, high school on the west side of Chicago, and graduated from Roosevelt University in downtown Chicago. He later added master and doctoral degrees. Maywood was unique in that it lost an entire National Guard Tank Battalion at Bataan in the Philippines during WWII. There were 13 Gold Star Mothers with a total of 27 Gold Stars on his block. His home was located about half way between Chicago Midway and Chicago O’Hare airports. Early on, he developed a love for aircraft and a desire to fly. After graduation from Roosevelt, he pursued that desire. Six and one-half years of his life are concerned with flying in or to Southeast Asia in the C-130A Hercules and the C-141A Starlifter aircraft. This book contains some of his most salient experiences during that time. Later in his career, he flew cold war missions in the F-4C and F-4E Phantom tactical fighter. https://www.amazon.com/Memoires-Trash-Hauler-Vignettes-Vietnam/dp/1546279466 https://www.memoiresofatrashhauler.com/ http://www.bluefunkbroadcasting.com/root/twia/hbailey3.mp3

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Every 3rd Sunday in September is dedicated to Gold Star Mothers and Family Day

Seven out of nine Supreme Court Justices rule that the Bladensburg Peace Cross in Prince George County, Maryland should remain standing. The majority opinion acknowledges that the memorial’s age makes it a part of the community. Learn more at FirstLiberty.org/Briefing. It may have been a long time coming, but the freedom First Liberty Institute secured in The American Legion v. AHA is significant.  You will recall that at issue in the case was the Peace Cross, a World War I monument Gold Star Mothers erected to remember 49 sons of Prince George’s County, Maryland who died in the Great War. That idea came in 1919 and The American Legion dedicated it in 1925. Everything was fine until 2013 when someone decided they were offended at the presence of a cross on public property, ignoring the surrounding memorials to other wars in what is known as Memorial Park.  In June of 2019, the Supreme Court of the United States handed down its decision.  Seven of the nine Justices wrote an opinion, making the decision somewhat difficult to decipher.  But the clear majority of seven Justices ruled that the memorial should stay right where it is. The majority opinion, written by Justice Samuel Alito, explained the fact that the memorial bears religious symbolism does not mean the memorial must be destroyed or moved to private property.  That is all the more true when memorials age and become a central part of the community itself. “The passage of time,” Justice Alito wrote, “gives rise to a strong presumption of constitutionality.” In our next episode, we will explore what this “strong presumption of constitutionality” means today. To learn how First Liberty is protecting religious liberty for all Americans, visit FirstLiberty.org.

The Bladensburg WWI veterans memorial is a symbol of honor and sacrifice of the 49 men from Prince George’s County, Maryland who fought and died in service to their county during WWI. First Liberty is fighting to defend the veterans memorial from destruction. Learn more at FirstLiberty.org/Briefing. They came from many walks of life.  Several were simple laborers.  One was a well-known surgeon.  Another, a legend and past recipient of the Medal of Honor whose heroism in World War I earned him the Distinguished Service Cross. But, they all came from Prince George’s County, Maryland. Educated or not, white or black, rich or poor, their bodies were interred under small grave makers in cemeteries far too distant for their families to ever visit. In 1925, a local post of The American Legion erected the Bladensburg World War I Veterans Memorial to honor 49 men from the county who gave their lives serving in the U.S. Armed Forces during World War I. The Fourth Circuit determined the cross-shaped memorial is unconstitutional. First Liberty Institute, and our network attorneys at the international law firm Jones Day, appealed that decision to the U.S. Supreme Court.  By June, we should have a decision. I think the Gold Star mothers who designed the Bladensburg memorial in 1919 would be pleased. They chose the shape of the memorial to recall the crosses marking the countless American graves on the Western Front of that war. Surely the Constitution permits Gold Star Mothers to erect a simple memorial that mirrors those that marked the graves of their sons buried on the battlefields of Europe. To learn how First Liberty is protecting religious liberty for all Americans, visit FirstLiberty.org.

Welcome to Stamp Show Here Today Episoe #192 - Today we are discussing Gold Star Mothers, College students not being able to use the internet, Canada Posts e-commerce award winners, and collecting self-adhesive stamps. Enjoy.

Highlights The Role of Coal in WWI America - Dr. Sean Adams | @ 03:00 Coming Attractions - Preview of podcasts | @ 09:50 The Halifax Explosion - Mike Shuster | @ 11:10    Commissioner Zoe Dunning is sworn in | @ 16 :00 Gold Star Mothers special tour - Candy Martin | @ 16:55 Speaking WWI - Chatting - A lousy deal | @ 23:50 New issue “Understanding The Great War” education Newsletter | @ 25:00 100C/100M - Portland, Maine - Brandon Mazer | @ 25:50 Sgt. Stubby new trailer | @ 30:40 Horse Heroes - BrookeUSA - Jo Ellen Hayden | @ 32:25 WWrite Blog - What if there had been no Balfour Declaration | @ 39:30 Buzz - Signal Corp & Drip Rifles - Katherine Akey | @ 40:15 & More.... ----more---- Opening Welcome to World War 1 centennial News - It’s about WW1 THEN - what was happening 100 years ago this week  - and it’s about WW1 NOW - news and updates about the centennial and the commemoration. Today is December 15th, 2017. This is episode #50 and our guests this week include: Dr. Sean Adams, on the role of coal in America during WW1 Mike Shuster with the story of the disastrous Halifax explosion   Candy Martin from Gold Star Mothers telling us about an upcoming European tour Brandon Mazer from the 100 Cities/100 Memorials project in Portland, Maine Jo Ellen Hayden introducing our newest site at ww1cc.org, Horse Heroes from Brooke USA And Katherine Akey, with the Buzz - The centennial commemoration in social media WW1 Centennial News is brought to you by the U.S. World War I Centennial Commission and the Pritzker Military Museum and Library. I’m Theo Mayer - the Chief Technologist for the Commission and your host. Welcome to the show. [MUSIC] Preface The Official Bulletin is the government daily War Gazette - which you can read yourself on our website like a daily paper at ww1cc.org/bulletin - with each issue being re-published on the centennial of its original publication date…. It is an awesome primary information resource for you nerds, history buffs and teachers… and of course for us at WW1 Centennial news! Well ever since it started publishing in May, we have been seeing nearly daily and certainly weekly articles about COAL… Yes.. COAL. The availability, the industry, the pricing, the mining, the transportation, the application… Coal keeps coming up in our editorial meetings. Our instinct says that this is a strategically important WWI subject - like airplanes, suffrage, the draft and food - but as we attack the subject, we keep feeling that the articles we are reading don't really get down to the strategic issues about Coal in WWI. We just keep seeing hints and snippets.. Like the related nationalization of the railroads and the effect on coal mining, or the nationalization of shipbuilding which leads to the decision to build a vast fleet of coal burning instead of oil burning merchant ships… and on and on… What we need… we reasoned… is a coal historian! Well, it turns out the world is NOT full of coal historians! But Katherine, bless her, has found Dr. Sean Adams who is joining us today - as soon as we jump into our wayback machine and roll back to the second week of December, 1917 to see how coal plays into the war that changed the world! [SOUND EFFECT] World War One THEN 100 Year Ago This Week [MUSIC TRANSITION] It's the second week of December 1917 - and it’s REALLY cold! This winter of 1917 is still considered one of the coldest on record for most of the Eastern seaboard and beyond. A giant blizzard is whipping through the North East - and as you’ll learn later - it has some pretty harsh effects on the Halifax Harbor explosion. One of the main sources for staying warm in this bitterly cold winter is…. Well - COAL! And it is being rationed. We are being joined here in 1917 by Dr. Sean Adams, Professor of History and Chair at the University of Florida in Gainesville. Welcome Dr. Adams! [exchange greetings] Dr. Adams - as we mentioned in our setup - it seems like coal, it’s mining, transportation and use in this moment in American history is seen as a pretty strategically important issue…  what IS coal’s role in WW1 America?   [Dr. Adams talks - 5-8 minutes]   Dr. Sean Adams, Professor of History and Chair at the University of Florida in Gainesville. His most recent book is - Home Fires: How Americans Kept Warm in 19th Century America.   [SOUND EFFECT] Coming Attractions Before we move on with the show, we want to give you a little heads up on our episodes for the next few week. Next week - for our Holiday Episode #51, we have a special treat for you. We are producing a 1917 vintage Holiday Mixtape! The entire episode is designed to provide you a wonderful “period holiday mood ambiance” - featuring the popular holiday music from 1917 and a special message from the 26th chief of Chaplains of the US Navy - Rear Admiral Margaret Grun Kibben (delivered from today to all Americans in uniform in 1917!) The following week is our New Year’s Episode #52, can you believe it!! 52 episodes in the can! - anyway - we will be replaying our favorite segments from 2017/1917 in a content collage that should be a lot of fun! January 2018: Then we roll into January with our first episode of 2018 coming out around January 5th - We are going to kick off the year by putting 1917 into perspective and taking a high level look forward into what to expect through 1918. It is going to be a very dynamic year and we will be keeping you up to date on WW1 Centenial News Then - what was happening 100 years ago - and WW1 Centennial News NOW - what is happening today to commemorate the war the changed the world.   [SOUND EFFECT] Great War Project [Mike Shuster] In Nova scotia two ships collide resulting in one of the largest man-made explosions in human history - devastating the city with damage and loss of life on a terrible scale. Her to tell us the story is Mike shuster former NPR correspondent and curator of the Great War Project blog. LINK: http://greatwarproject.org/2017/12/10/a-tremendous-explosion-in-canadian-harbor/ [SOUND EFFECT] GO TO REMEMBERING VETERANS SECTION The Great War Channel The Great War Channel on Youtube have been producing videos about WW1 since 2014.. And from a more european perspective. Here is Indy Nidel - the host of the Great War Channel. Great War Recording of Indy: Hi WW1 Centennial News Listeners - I’m Indy Neidell, host of the Great War Channel on Youtube. Fighting continues as 1917 comes to a close, marking the end of another year of mass devastation. Follow the action as we enter 1918, the fourth and final year of the war by subscribing to The Great War on Youtube and follow us on Facebook. This week’s new episodes include: Halifax Explosion and  Peace in the EastAnd Father Victory - George ClemenceauAnd finally The Road to Independence - Finland in WW1   Follow the link in the podcast notes or search for “the great war” on youtube. Link: https://www.youtube.com/user/TheGreatWar World War One NOW It is time to fast forward into the present to WW1 Centennial News NOW - this section is not about history, but rather - it explores what is happening to commemorate the centennial of the War that changed the world! [SOUND EFFECT] Commission News: In commission news, yesterday  Commander Zoe Dunning, USN (Ret.) was sworn in as the newest member of the U.S. World War I Centennial Commission. The swearing in ceremony took place at the commission’s headquarter in Washington DC. So how are these commissioners picked anyhow? Well Commissioner Dunning for example, was nominated by House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi. The law that established the commission provided that the twelve members of the Centennial Commission - who serve without pay - by the way - are nominated by the President of the United States, the members of the U.S. Senate, the members of the U.S. House of Representatives, and by the nation's two largest veteran service organizations, the American Legion and the Veterans of Foreign Wars. Thank you for taking on the challenge - and welcome Commissioner Dunning! link:http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/communicate/press-media/wwi-centennial-news/3721-dunning-named-to-u-s-world-war-i-centennial-commission.html Remembering Veterans This week in our Remembering Veterans segment -- Gold Star Mothers are women who have lost a child in the service to our nation. The  name comes from the WWI custom of families hanging a banner called a service flag in the windows of their homes. The service flag had a star for each family member serving with each member represented by a blue star, except those who had lost their lives in service - who are represented by a gold star. More than a decade after the war ended, a unique and incredible event took place: Gold Star mothers and wives traveled across the Atlantic to visit the battlefields of Europe and the graves of their fallen family members. Next summer, that journey will be retraced by a special cruise and tour, and here to tell us more about it is Candy Martin, the Immediate Past National President of American Gold Star Mothers --- who is herself a Gold Star Mother, having lost her son 1st Lieutenant Thomas Martin, US Army, on October 14, 2007 in Iraq and herself served 38 years in the Army. Welcome, Candy   [greetings]   [Candy - First off, What is the mission of the American Gold Star Mothers organization?]   [So in the 1930’a there was the Gold Star Pilgrimage…  Who organized it and what was it?]   [Alright - so now you are organizing a centennial tour to revisit europe and retrace that journey.. Tell us about it please.]   [If I am interested in participating in the tour or learning more - what should I do?]   Candy Martin - a Gold Star mother, serving the organization and organizing the 2018 Gold Star Pilgrimages and Poppies Tour - learn more by following the links in the podcast notes. Link: https://www.facebook.com/PilgrimagesAndPoppies/ African American Gold Star Mothers in WWI There is also a poignant article about African American Gold Star mothers in the archives of our WWrite blog, titled “On a Boat Alone: African American Wives Post WWI”. Head to ww1cc.org/wwrite to read about the experience of African American families as they participated -- segregated -- in the Gold Star pilgrimages. The link is in the podcast notes. Link: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/articles-posts/1699-on-a-boat-alone-african-american-wives-post-wwi.html Speaking WW1 And now for our feature “Speaking World War 1” - Where we explore the words & phrases that are rooted in the war  --- Getting on instant messenger, sending a text or simply meeting up with a friend at a coffee shop-- there are many ways to have a chat with a friend, a quick and light catch up conversation. But chatting with friends has its origins in a darker, and definitely less comfortable, place than you may think-- A chat in the trenches of WWI was another name for a louse, These horrid and itchy pests filled your clothes and got all over you including into your hair --- and chatting was the act of picking lice off yourself --- and in a very socially companionable - very monkey - ape -Jane Goodall reminiscent vision - helping to groom your companions. This was a really important daily task that could fill hours of the day-- something soldier’s could do to pass the time as they helped comrades pick lice - was to engage in small talk - Hence to the term chatting! - Who knew!!! So today chatting live or online, chat rooms, and social chats continue with great vigor but -- with fewer lice. See the podcast notes to learn more! link: https://www.amazon.com/Tommy-Doughboy-Fritz-Soldier-Slang/dp/144563 7839/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1508848013&sr=8-1&keywords=tommy+doughboy+fritz Education In Education news - This week a new issue of Understanding the Great War newsletter came it. This is our official Education Resource newsletter, published every two months. Each issue focuses on a particular theme, providing educators and students with a robust selection of resources from a wide range of sources. Issue # 10 addresses “Political Consequences & Revolutions“ The issue includes articles about the Russian Revolution, the Arab Revolt, the French Mutinies of 1917 and the Easter RIsing in Ireland. The publication is put together by the National WWI Museum and Memorial. Follow the link in the podcast notes to subscribe to a great WW1 educational resource and to read past editions! Link: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/educate-home.html 100 Cities/100 Memorials [SOUND EFFECT Portland, ME Moving on to our 100 Cities / 100 Memorials segment about the $200,000 matching grant challenge to rescue and focus on our local WWI memorials. As you listen to our guest tell us about the project, remember that we are taking grant applications for the second round of awards - the deadline to submit the applications is January 15, 2018 - go to ww1cc.org/100Memorials to learn all about it.’ This week we are profiling the Jacob Cousins Memorial Renovation Project in Portland, Maine -- One of the first 50 grant awardees. With us tell us about the project is Brandon Mazer, the project coordinator for the Jacob Cousins Memorial Renovation Project and President of the Friends of the Eastern Promenade Welcome Brandon! [exchange greetings]   [Brandon in your grant application you list the memorial as - quote - The Jacob Cousins Memorial is a key WWI artifact in the history of the Jewish community in southern Maine.. Which leads to the question - who is Jacob?]   [Brandon - can you tell us about the memorial and the restoration plans for it?]   [What has been your community and Veteran service organization involvement in the project?]   [Brandon - Are you planning a rededication this coming year?]   Thank you so much for taking on this project for your community - congratulations on being selected as a WW1 Centennial Memorial! Brandon Mazer, the project coordinator for the Jacob Cousins Memorial Renovation Project and President of the Friends of the Eastern Promenade.   If YOU have a local WWI memorial project you want to submit for a grant - go to ww1cc.org/100 memorials or follow the link in the podcast notes to learn more about how to participate in this program! Link: www.ww1cc.org/100memorials https://easternpromenade.org/jacob-cousin-renovation-project   [SOUND EFFECT] Spotlight in the Media Sgt Stubby For our Spotlight in the Media segment this week,  we’re excited to announce the release of a new teaser trailer for the upcoming film SGT Stubby: An American Hero. The animated film is based on the remarkable true story of the 26th "Yankee" Division's legendary mascot, SGT Stubby, a stray dog who became a hero of World War I. The film features the voices of actors Helena Bonham Carter, Gerard Depardieu, and Logan Lerman, among others. The movie will be in theaters nationwide on April 13th 2018.  I’m really looking forward to it - it’s a great opportunity to tell a wonderful WWI story to our younger generation - but like all great animated films today - it promises to be a genuine treat for the grownups too! Follow the link in the podcast notes to watch the trailer and to read an interview with the film's writer/producer, Richard Lanni on our website. Link:https://www.facebook.com/StubbyMovie/videos/1951793608403549/ http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/communicate/press-media/wwi-centennial-news/3840-new-trailer-released-for-the-sgt-stubby-movie.html Articles and Posts Horse Heroes web site by BrookeUSA In articles and posts - this week we have launched a wonderful new web section all about HORSE HEROES! It is the new site from Brooke USA at ww1cc.org/horses - easy to remember - With us to tell us more about it is Jo Ellen Hayden, Special Project Volunteer for BrookeUSA Horse Heroes Welcome, Jo Ellen!   [greetings]   [Joe Ellen - we have had Brooke USA on the show earlier this year in episode #13, but could you quickly remind our listeners about the origins of Brooke USA? ]   [The new website at ww1cc.org/horses is one of the most in-dept publishing partner sites we have -- what kinds of content can people find there?]   [You have put untold hours into it - What surprised you the most as you were putting the site together?]   Jo Ellen Hayden is a Special Project Volunteer for BrookeUSA Horse Heroes, check out the new site about horses and mules in WWI at ww1cc.org/horses. We also put in a link to our previous interview with Brooke USA’s Cindy Rullman in the podcast notes. Link: www.ww1cc.org/horses https://www.brookeusa.org/ http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/communicate/2015-12-28-18-26-00/weekly-sync-call/2106-ww1-centennial-news-episode-13-3-29-2017.html   US Army Nurse's WWI bracelet is returned More from our Articles and posts segment - in our rapidly growing website at ww1cc.org - from the news section there is a story of a bracelet’s amazing journey over the last century. The bracelet belonged to an Irish woman serving with the US Army Nurse Corps in France during World War I It was recently returned to her relatives in Ireland. The bracelet was found fifteen years ago by an eight-year-old boy in a schoolyard in northeastern France. Returning the bracelet led to a long, and ultimately successful search for the descendants of its original owner. Click here to read more about the quest, whose story is so interesting that it  spawned a documentary film in France. Link: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/communicate/press-media/wwi-centennial-news/3839-army-nurse-s-wwi-bracelet-returned-after-long-search.html   Wwrite Blog This week In our WWRITE blog, which explores WWI’s Influence on contemporary writing and scholarship, this week’s posts reads “The Balfour Declaration: An Alternative History” If you love “alternate history” contemplations - you’ll like this a lot… What if there had been no Balfour Declaration? What would the alternative history look like? These are questions that writer, Simone Zelitch, author of the novel, Judenstaat, explores in this week's WWrite blog. Don't miss this fascinating glimpse at an alternate past and different future... Read the post at ww1cc.org/WWRITE or follow the link in the podcast notes. Link: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/articles-posts/3844-the-balfour-declaration-an-alternative-history.html www.ww1cc.org/wwrite The Buzz - WW1 in Social Media Posts And that brings us to the buzz - the centennial of WW1 this week in social media with Katherine Akey - Katherine, what did you pick to tell us about this week? Hi Theo! Signal Corps Photographers We had some great content come through our Twitter feed this week, which you can follow at the handle @ww1cc. I particularly enjoyed an image from the twitter account 100ans US en Haute Marne-- a photograph of some US Signal Corps photographers. Not only is their equipment very cool -- especially if youre a camera enthusiast-- but their service produced some of the most incredible images of the war. During World War I the Signal Corps was responsible for communications.  However, the Signal Corps had other responsibilities during the war, such as army aviation (until May 1918) and photography.  The Photographic Section of the Signal Corps was established in June 1917, and it was responsible for the U.S. Army’s official ground and aerial photography of World War I. You can view a collection of the Signal Corps’ ww1 photography, and the photo from twitter, by following the links in the podcast notes.   link:https://twitter.com/100ansHM/status/940523627807756288 http://cdm16635.contentdm.oclc.org/cdm/search/collection/p16635coll16!p16635coll22/order/title/page/1 Aussie Rifles Also from Twitter, an image of an interesting invention -- and a great example of necessity breeding innovation -- the drip rifle. During the evacuation from Gallipoli, the Allied forces had to keep up the appearance of fully inhabited trenches, despite their numbers dwindling with each passing night as soldiers were evacuated under the cover of darkness. In order to keep up the ruse, ANZAC soldiers developed the drip rifle -- a rifle that would self-fire, thereby keeping the turks convinced that the abandoned trenches were still occupied. In this particular image, two kerosene tins were placed one above the other, the top one full of water and the bottom one with the trigger string attached to it, empty. At the last minute, small holes would be punched in the upper tin; water would trickle into the lower one, and the rifle would fire as soon as the lower tin had become sufficiently heavy. Visit the links in the podcast notes to learn more about variations of drip rifles--and how they saved the allied retreat at Gallipoli. And that’s it this week for the Buzz! link:https://twitter.com/AWMemorial/status/938604024647028736 https://www.awm.gov.au/articles/encyclopedia/gallipoli/drip_rifle Outro Thank you for joining us again for--  WW1 Centennial News for the second `week of December, 1917 and 2017 We want to thank our guests... Dr. Sean Adams, Professor of History and Chair at the University of Florida in Gainesville Mike Shuster from the Great War Project   Candy Martin, Gold Star Mother and Immediate Past National President of American Gold Star Mothers Brandon Mazer from the 100 Cities/100 Memorials project in Portland, Maine Jo Ellen Hayden, Special Project Volunteer for BrookeUSA Horse Heroes And Katherine Akey, the shows line producer…   Thanks to Eric Marr for his great help on our story research… And I am Theo Mayer - your host.   The US World War One Centennial Commission was created by Congress to honor, commemorate and educate about WW1. Our programs are to-- inspire a national conversation and awareness about WW1; Your listening to this podcast is a part of that…. Thank you! We are bringing the lessons of the 100 years ago into today's classrooms; We are helping to restore WW1 memorials in communities of all sizes across our country; and of course we are building America’s National WW1 Memorial in Washington DC.   This week’s featured web page is ww1cc.org/horses - discover the legacy of our horse heroes from WWI courtesy of Brooke USA. We want to thank commission’s founding sponsor the Pritzker Military Museum and Library for their support. The podcast can be found on our website at ww1cc.org/cn   on  iTunes and google play ww1 Centennial News, and on Amazon Echo or other Alexa enabled devices. Just say: Alexa: Play W W One Centennial News Podcast. Our twitter and instagram handles are both @ww1cc and we are on facebook @ww1centennial. Thank you for joining us. And don’t forget to share the stories you are hearing here today about the war that changed the world!   [music]   Well - now we've done it! I was sitting there chatting with some of my friends who kept slapping my hand away and looking at me funny while I was trying to pick through their hair! - clearly they are not listeners.   So long!

Anyone who’s met OOIDA Life member Steve Davenport knows he has a special connection to the Vietnam Veteran’s Memorial Wall – and to the Gold Star Mothers. Terry Scruton talks with Steve about a very special message he planned to deliver for the wall’s 35th anniversary to the woman who designed it. It’s OOIDA’s 11th annual Truckers for Troops Telethon. We’re raising money to send care packages to our troops in combat zones overseas and to help veterans who have returned home.

A conversation with two Gold Star Mothers whose soldier sons perished in Afghanistan and Iraq.