An Iraq Tale Vol. 11: ( Five Years Ago)

I agree 100 percent and I am Vietnam Veteran. God Bless you

Hi Rixar, I know this is Rob's page, but I wanted to say THANK YOU to you! Our Vietnam veterans didn't get as much appreciation or respect as did the rest of the military in other wars. Thank God our Troops today see the Vietnam veterans as people who deserve respect for what they were made to do as well, whether right or wrong (like Rob said). So, thank you for all you've done and I hope our generation (X and "Y") can make up for some of the hurt the "Flower Children" did to your guys' homecoming! Bless you and your brothers-in-arms! We love our soldiers!

jnick,

Please explain what you mean " our willingness to figh to keep it safe". Keep it safe from what.

For God's sake jnick, I know you are not serious with such a perposterous question. Read history. Depending on how far you go back, you will see it repeats itself.

I am sorry for your family's loss, sir. Your family will be in my prayers.

Ghost

My sincerest condolences for your loss. My heart goes out to you and your family. Just know that your wife's cousin made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom, and for that I will be forever grateful.

Gary, I'm sorry for not knowing the appropriate way to address you, but thank you for serving our country, and I have you, your wife and the rest of the family in my prayers. He rest in peace. Annie

We are there for the wrong reason. The soldiers are just cannon fodders for the political cronies. As long as US troops are in Iraq, there is money to be made for the contractors like Halliburton and Bechtel who are reaping in big bucks from no bid contractors. Last month, the Chicago Tribune published an article about how contractors profit from the war. For instance, a can of Coke could be charged as much as $45 for getting to the troops. The subsidiary of Halliburton who is responsible for furnishing water to the US troops. Well, the water suppled to the troops is contaminated, and the troops won't even use to wash their bodies, let alone drinking it. Well, the US taxpayers are picking up the tab. I have nothing against the troops; they are just being told to do a job. This war might come to a surprising end if all of a sudden, these no bid contracts come to an end.

Its the people like you in this country that needs to be weeded out. Your a liability to your self and your country. Sure wish I could see who you vote for, no I don't have to see can tell by your attitude. The men and woman who severs in the armed forces of this country well be Hero's for ever and they, rightfully deserve the title. God bless America and the Republic for Which it Stands.

Jimy, You say you have ,"nothing against the troops." Perhaps if you were more specific in your writings. Distinguish your dislike for a particular country and your support for our troops.

Respect and thanks go out to those supporting and serving our country. Thank you Sharon, your son Mark, and all who take a stand to strengthen the unity we are proudly working to fully attain. As a citizen of the United States, I send my appreciation.

Jimy, it worries me to see that you have so much information about this country, yet from your comment history linked through your name, it shows you support other countries more than the one you're leaving comments on a Hero's personal page for.

This is my first visit to the Newsvine, so my profile has not been made yet....but Ron, it's an honor. Sir.

Wow first I've heard about lousy water. Stuff like that spreads quicker than.... Well anyways, I have not heard of bad water while I've been here. I am however getting sick of chicken and fish being served almost everyday.

Gail, My son is serving in Iraq, heading home in just days. I heard that the young men and women in Afghanistan are haveing a hard time getting supplies, The American people have tried to say that war doesen't exist anymore, not true! I want to continue sending packages to Iraq when my son comes home, but I would also like to send some to Afghanistan. Can you contact me for names and addresses, may be your son or one of his friends would like a package sent to them. Thanks.

We are so proud of you. Please remember to contact your mother as much a possible, she will be on an emotional roller coaster while you are gone. I know my son has been in Iraq for 15 months.

The United States Military is an all volunteer force. The decision to serve has been mine and mine alone. Stating that our leaders send the children of the masses off to war but not their own implies we as members of the military, or that anyone who has parents for that matter, is not capable of decision making and have no free will. President Bush did not send my father's oldest son to war. I made the decision of my own free will. By all means, please continue to point out the President's mistakes and shortcomings and preach about pride, killing, Mathew, quicksand and massive dizziness, but give credit where credit is due. No parent, including the President, can force their children to serve in the military. It is our choice. It is My Choice.

Well spoken Gun 1. Keep the faith and watch your "6". I felt the same when I volunteered in "71".

Your argument unfortunately has been more than strongly put forth by the left wing media and politicos that survive and live behind the protective shield of our brave volunteer Armed Forces.
My mind goes fast back to past history and the American volunteers at Valley Forge. The Red Coats and King George III's hired Hessian soldiers thought they were going to have an easy time of it. Yet our volunteers stuck it out, fought and won freedom. Viola! here we are today! Today's greatest danger is from within! And yes!...Some whom we recognize as being just on the other side of the aisle of the Congress. I never in my wildest moment thought it possible "that American citizens conspicuously embedded in our government with a determination to change our way of life!.The danger to our freedoms and society comes from within. The enemy from outside can be and will be defeated. But the enemy from within just chips away and waits.
I have faith that we, the United States of America and the free world will win out through it all.

Batanasio,
You really believe that George Washington and his 10,000 ill equipped militiant won the war. The British had at least 4 times as many well trained troops. The reason why we won the war was the involvement of the French. King George did not want to go to war against France. Of course, in our history book, it was GW who single handedly leading his troops to victory.

Yea George Washingtons men might have been ill- equipped but unlike the British which were basically and Army of Slaves to the Crown and Mercenaries the American boys were equipped with one thing FREEDOM!!! No matter how big an Army or Force Especially one of Oppression... The One man who stands up against them and who is fighting for freedom.. The freedom to live where he wants, believe what he wants, and die where he wants will always be a force to be reckoned with.... I am proud to serve my country and proud to serve with men who still believe in Uncommon Valor, Honor, and God Country and Family... Till They All Come Home GOD BLESS!!!!

You think King George would forfeit a chunk of land without a fight. If the French were not by the American side, George Washington wouldn't have a prayer. Get real. Forget that crap they teach you about freedom and liberty. If the French were not involved, King George would sent my troops over here.

I agree with you all. How do I do that you ask? We all do what we believe we must and most do what they believe is right, but some do what they know is wrong, usually for personal gain.

Most of our of our boys and girls in the military are doing what they believe to be right and we should support them and be proud of them. Our government, on the other hand, has made a mockery of our country to the rest of the world. They waged a war in a country that we had no right or reason to attack. They continue to hire private contractors at exhorborant prices for supply and security jobs.

I am proud of all of our boys and girls abroad and wish them safety and health. I am a patriot of this great country and I know what patriotism is... Patriotism does not mean agreeing with your government even when your government is wrong...Patriotism is fighting for your country whether it is right or wrong.

Our military personnel are patriots, but anyone who says that we must back Bush/Chenney, in the lies they have told, needs to learn what patriotism is.