Ignorant, disrespectful visitors should not waste their time visiting the "Tomb of Unknown Soldier" as they are in for an unexpected surprise. (See Video) Rules, even when it involves the deceased should be respected.
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A fresh-faced Marine proves to use that it truly is the nice guys that finish last.
While in the J.D. Memorial run race in Michigan a soldier stopped running to help a young boy complete the competition. The soldier put his own goals aside to help the small boy reach the finish line. He was Myles Kerr.
When looking at the results for the race you can see that the soldier ended up in last place.
Now thousands of people online are honoring his sacrifice and sharing it to show that his act of kindness meant a lot more than just what Brandon Fuchs, the 9-year old who got help, could imagine.
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Iraqi war veteran was killed buying an iPad through Craigslist by the sellers, brothers in Indianapolis. The iPad was intended to be a Christmas gift for a parent in his family. The murderers were only 18 and 19 years old on the west side of Indianapolis. Sadly, the deceased, James Vester, just 32 years old, was a father of one year old baby boy. He served in the Indiana National Guard as well as being deployed to the Iraqi war zone.
James Vester's fellow National Guard members all know he was a dedicated Soldier for 12 years and proud father. To help his family they have started a fundraiser, donations can be given at www.YouCaring.com. Sergeant Major Williams, Tony, said, "He had a huge heart and he was the type of person you could depend on." R.I.P.
The two brothers, Tyshaune Kincade (18) and Tyron Kincade (19) are being held without bond in the Marion County Jail. On Monday they were charged with robbery and murder for shooting James Vester to death on Wednesday in a parking lot located in the west side of Indianapolis.
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Famous saying of General Douglas MacArthur "Old soldiers never die, they just fade away."
In the US, the Armed Forces Day is commemorated every 3rd Saturday of May. The AF Week starts on the 2nd Saturday of May and concludes on the 3rd Sunday of May that's why the Armed Forces Day falls on Saturday, the day before the Armed Forces Week ends. In the year 2013 the Armed Forces Day falls on May 18.
The first celebration or commemoration of this great day was held on the 20th of May 1950. The celebration was made on Aug 31, 1949 to give honor to those Americans who worked and served in the five U.S. military branches namely, the U.S. Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force and Coast Guard after integration of the military branches in the U.S. Dept. of Defense.
How do you celebrate this day?
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Have you ever noticed that at some cemeteries, on the headstone, you can find coins left on them. Did you ever wonder where they came from and WHY they were there?
If these coins were left on a soldier's grave who lost his live while in the US military then there are different meanings based upon which type of coin someone left.
By leaving a coin on a soldier's grave it is meant as a sign of respect for the family. If you just leave a penny it simply means that you have been there. It's not disrespectful, but it doesn't carry special meaning.
If there's a nickel it means that the person who left it participated in training with the deceased. If a dime is left then it means that the person who left it served with the deceased. A quarter left indicates that the person was with the deceased at the time of their death.
The money left at the graves is eventually collected and used for the general upkeep and for helping people with the costs of burying their loved ones at the cemetery.
In the United States it started to be normal for people to do this during the time of the Vietnam War since there was such a separation of viewpoints towards the war at the time. It was an easier way to show your support towards the family than contacting them. You should show your respect without risking a political confrontation with the family.
In some circumstances the coins left were a symbol of treating their friends to a beer when they finally met up again in the world beyond.
This tradition can be seen as far back as the Romans where they also did the same practice.
Have you ever left a coin?
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Everyone loves to watch a video where a soldier gives a surprise to his loved ones! In this one you get to see it the other way around, the soldier's family surprise HIM!
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A member of the military whose legs were both lost along with an arm while on duty wants to keep on serving on in the Middle East, as long as the military will let him continue to serve, says a military website.
The young soldier almost lost his life when a blast went off while on duty in Afghanistan.
His relative got a telephone call while at work on in mid June and the caller said he had been very badly injured," his dad said. "Every time they called us they said they were doing everything they could to help Kyle and that they were with him one hundred percent. They did a great job of making us feel good about their efforts."
When Kyle Hockengerry, 19, was stable, the soldier was taken to a special hospital and given prosthetic limbs.
He hopes to get better so he can go with his men to a special ball when he gets back.
"If I can, I'll definitely go," he said.
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You are the lucky ones, the blessed ones,
Brought tears of love and joy to our eyes,
Thank you our troops,
Thank you for what you have done,
Tears will forever be shed for those who died
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Losing both legs to an IED (Improvised Explosive Device) in Afghanistan was a terrible injury suffered by a Navy Seal named Bo Reichenbach. Join us in this video as this incredible soldier is honored by the FROG-X Parachute team with a jump into Griz Stadium.
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This unbelievable video footage portrays the every day combat soldier life. Insane that he was able to record this on his helmet cam. The sign on his right glove says it all my friends. All I have is respect for our boys in green.
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True that. It is sick how entertainers which among others also include singers, movie stars and athletes think they are invincible and add value to society. My hat off to this police Chief and his EPIC letter to Kanye West after he compared himself to a police officer/soldier.
What do you think?
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A soldier came back from working a hard shift when he found a tiny little box that had been put underneath his bed. He had no idea what it was, so he was really careful about how he opened it. Upon opening it he started crying (you will also join in when you find out what was in it).
There was a note that said:
Dear Patriot,
Have a great holiday and a great new year and thank you very much for making sure
we are safe.
Best regards,
Dalton
(That probably made you a little emotional)
Many of our loyal soldiers won't be able to come home during the holiday season. We just wanted to thank them and wish them a happy Christmas!
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In the Second World War Dirk J. Vlug, and American soldier of the US Army left a path of destruction still to this day unequaled by his peers. His feat was almost unbelievable. On 15th of December, 1944, an ordinary private 1st class Dirk J. Vlug from one of the Infantry Regiments single-handedly demolished five enemy tanks. Here is how this incredible feat went down:
-He advanced without cover and came under enemy fire (37-mm machine gun). He was carrying a rocket launcher. He carried with him six rounds of ammunition.
- After loading up the rocket launcher, he put the first tank to waste. With just a single round the enemy tank was destroyed and all those poor souls inside were killed immediately.
-The crew of the second enemy tank started out to where he was stationed for his attack. He killed one by firing his pistol. The others headed back to the tank. With the second round, he shot at the tank and totally destroyed it.
-Three tanks rolled up to put end to the destruction. He flanked the first one that came. It was destroyed as well.
-Under heavy enemy fire he pressed on and destroyed one more enemy tank.
-He used his land round of ammunition to strike the last tank. It crashed onto a steep embankment and was destroyed.
To summarize, Vlug managed to singlehandedly annihilate five enemy tanks. He acted on his own to accomplish the mission that was assigned to his whole battalion.
One year later, on 26th of June, 1946, Dirk John Vlug was presented the prestigious Medal of Honor.
Dirk John Vlug died a hero in 1996. Rest in Peace.
Do you have any heroic story that can top this one?
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Bullets zipping by, but this brave Afghan farmer still finds it in his heart to be brave and hydrate the soldier fighting near by.
Thank you all who fight for the freedom and equality of all humans alike.
Share if you agree.
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These guys were already putting their lives in danger to protect their country. On top of that they also went out of their way to help save one of our little friends that was in trouble. They heard it crying from a ditch and stopped to take a look. When the soldiers looked a little deeper they discovered a kitten who was in need of a helping hand.
You can see that these guys are heroes in more ways than one.
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The gold medal of Honor is hanging around this soldier's neck, but you can see the prosthetic in his hand that catches your attention.
The hand is able to hold a glass or shake someone's hand, just like the one that a ranger used last week to shake President Obama's hand as he became the 2nd living veteran since the sixties to be awarded the highest honor offered by our nation.
These hand movements are all controlled by a motion sensor that is connected to the brain and allows the user to do many normal actions.
When he needs to, the soldier can change his hand to suit different circumstances. When he's doing some work in the kitchen he can take off the hand part and put a knife blade on his arm so that he can prepare food easily for his family.
When he's out with his friends golfing he can attach another special device that helps him hold the golf club correctly so he can swing just as well as the other players.
"I'm not the best player in the world, but I have a good time" the soldier said in a meeting with the press. "I'm able to really relax and have a fun time. Plus I've met a lot of fantastic people doing it."
The soldier lost his hand when he was trying to grab a hand grenade and throw it in another direction. By doing that he saved the lives of two fellow soldiers and was awarded a medal at the White House.
When he was a child he always saw the medal as something that would be an honor to be awarded. However, when he won it he felt completely overwhelmed because of all the attention he was receiving.
Over the last week he travelled all around, including visit to Ground Zero, and also waving to fans at a baseball game in New York.
But it is his new hand that has gotten the most looks, showing some of the improvements in military technology that are letting more injured veterans to serve on after injury in the military.
"I just want to say that your hand is pretty awesome before we get into the show," said a famous show host before he began an interview with the soldier.
The soldier stated his experience with the advances in military medicine came when he was first in a hospital for burn victims and amputees.
"When I walked around the place I was amazed. I couldn't even tell the difference when I saw a guy with a fake leg when he had pants on," the soldier said. "I was amazed. The technology has come so far that there's nothing that they can't do."
He also has been brought down to earth by the "great moods" of other soldiers with medical problems much worse than his. In his current job he helps injured military personnel from all areas and their families.
He gives advice to soldiers and also assists families set up transport, meals and a place to stay.
But he, even after being injured, wanted to go back to serve. Earlier this year he went back to the Middle East for his 8th tour in a war zone.
"Over the past couple of years I've been seeing the other men training, and it's fantastic to finally be back and serving again," he said.
"The most difficult thing about this was having my wife understand why I wanted to go back. She said that I had already lost so much, why would I want to go back?"
The soldier said to her that his risk isn't any more than the other soldiers already over there serving.
She responded by saying that she knew it was important for him and that he should be with his men.
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"It is foolish and wrong to mourn the men who died. Rather we should thank God that such men lived."
- George S. Patton
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Do you have your own puppy?
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Dog is truly man's best friend. It just warms my heart to see how extatic boxer Chuck was when his daddy came home.
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Not something you'd probably think of doing when you are pinned down by a sniper, but than again, what better way to wait it out :). At least they are having fun, wouldn't you say?
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