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Name: RedDevil Wife in the US
Date: 05/31/05
Time: 23:38:53
This is regarding the nasty and ignorant post that was to 100% italian. I dont know who you are mr/ms "post" man, but appantly you are severely mistaken and no nothing about what goes on at Caserma Ederle. I have lived in Italy for a number of years. Ive seen the changes that post has gone through. One thing has remain constant. The post would not run smoothly if the Italians were not there. How dare you refer to that woman as a spy. Why did you come to this site which is for support of our soldiers their FRIENDS and their families. I can only assume that you dont have any friends that care about you the way she cares about her friend. I have not posted on going on here since my husband was in Iraq. I come to see whats going on, and to see if theres anything Ive missed. Being back in the states, when all the info is in Vicenza is hard. 100% Italian is giving these other friends and families information that they might not always know since they reside in the US. I consider that a very generous quality about her. And just in case you missed what the webmaster has all the way on top the page.....Writing nasty letters, is NOT WELCOME, take your hatred some place else. Thats for our soldiers as well as the support system on here. What you said was completely out of line and not only disrespectful to her, but to every other family member and friend that seeks this site as a comfort. If you were any kind of a real man/woman you would see what an ignorant JACK!@# you were being and post an apology to 100% Italian and Mr Bradley for you total lack of respect. That being said, Mr Bradley, you have an awesome site here. I get to see pictures of my husband as well as my FRIENDS in the different units. Both 508th and 503rd. You have done a wonderful service to us Military families and FRIENDS. Thank you. KICK ASS Red Devils!!!!
Name: 100% ITALIAN
Date: 05/31/05
Time: 23:17:02
I read that message for me. I don’t know anything about army. I was just trying to help out. Anytime i saw a question popping up i asked a friend of mine (an army wife) for the answer. So i could post it here. As i said i am just a friend. And i know many on here personally. I don’t remember having written anything about post or deployments. And i never said i am worried for my friend, i never posted that. Maybe you are confusing mine with someone else’s messages. ‘When you were in Milan’ sounds like long time ago. Cause i can assure you that packages to the U.S.A. (cause that is what we must write after APO AE) have a maximum limit weight of 2 kgs. And why would ‘you’ as an American mail stuff from a post office in Italy. You said you mailed stuff last year to Afghanistan. And in case you didn’t mail it from post, that means you’re not involved with the military either. So why is it ‘you’ then complaining about my messages (that you even made up cause i never gave advice to anyone). In my wise hometown we have a saying: the hen makes eggs but the rooster’s butt burns. To whom it may concern. To others, thanks for the supporting messages. As i mentioned yesterday, tomorrow is June 2nd, our Republic day so i want all Americans to know that shops are closed in Italy (also post offices, in case some of you wanted to mail something from our PO…)
Name: to tammy and others wondering about frg activity
Email: cdninitaly@hotmail.com
Date: 05/31/05
Time: 22:35:22
what units are your soldiers with? i know my frg is wonderful, and i wouldn't trade them for anything.. alot of time they just don't have any more info than what we see on the news.. if you want a shoulder or anything else.. questions.. well just email me.. i'd be happy to help as much as i can!
Name: James Bradley, CW3, US Army (Retired)
Email:
Webmaster@173rdairbrne.com
Date: 05/31/05
Time: 20:33:22
To the "parent of a Sky Soldier" who asked about my father, ...he was a Navy Corpsman, but you have to read my up coming book; Good, Better, Best - about a young paratrooper, to answer your question. www.GoodBetterBest.net
Name: Parent of a Sky soldier
Date: 05/31/05
Time: 18:41:14
Mr. Bradley, By chance was your father one of the Marines that rose the Flag on Iwo Jima
Name: Tammy
Date: 05/31/05
Time: 18:43:10
I also have called there FRG and talked to one of the ladies there and I have left my name 3 times for the FRG ladies and to this day I still havent heard anything either. I wanted to stay involved to but it makes you feel like they dont want you involved. I am a mother of a sky soldier and he isnt married so we are all he has and it hurts alot that no one lets you know if anything is going on as far as family support.
Name: Teri
Email: thecrosses@alltel.net
Date: 05/31/05
Time: 17:08:58
I received this e-mail today from a special friend I teach with. My husband forwarded it on to our son in C Company, 1/508. We thought others at this site would appreciate the poem too. We feel it is appropriate for the 173rd and all of our deployed soldiers. THE FINAL INSPECTION The soldier stood and faced God, Which must always come to pass. He hoped his shoes were shining, Just as brightly as his brass. "Step forward now, you soldier, How shall I deal with you? Have you always turned the other cheek? To My Church have you been true?" The soldier squared his shoulders and said, "No, Lord, I guess I ain't. Because those of us who carry guns, Can't always be a saint. I've had to work most Sundays, And at times my talk was tough. And sometimes I've been violent, Because the world is awfully rough. But, I never took a penny, That wasn't mine to keep. Though I worked a lot of overtime, When the bills got just too steep. And I never passed a cry for help, Though at times I shook with fear. And sometimes, God, forgive me, I've wept unmanly tears. I know I don't deserve a place, Among the people here. They never wanted me around, Except to calm their fears. If you've a place for me here, Lord, It needn't be so grand. I never expected or had too much, But if you don't, I'll understand." There was a silence all around the throne, Where the saints had often trod. As the soldier waited quietly For the judgement of his God. "Step forward now, you soldier, You've borne your burdens well. Walk peacefully on Heaven's streets, You've done your time in Hell." ~Author Unknown~ Remember, it is the Soldier, not the reporter Who has given us the freedom of the press. It is the Soldier, not the poet, Who has given us the freedom of speech. It is the Soldier Who salutes the flag, Who serves beneath the flag, and Whose coffin is draped by the flag, who allows the protester to burn the flag. Please pass this on and pray for our men and women currently serving our country and pray for the families of those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for freedom.
Name: to Bev from Jane R.
Date: 05/31/05
Time: 16:58:23
Hi, I'm not sure what happened to your boxes, but the first box that we sent to our son when he was in Italy, the post office didn't have us fill out an custom form, (we didn't know) it took a couple of months for the box to come back to the states... so when it did come back, they had us fill out the form and so the box could be resent. I was wondering if they had you fill out the custom form.
Name: Sara---To Bev
Date: 05/31/05
Time: 16:41:55
My son is in 2-503/B Co/1st Platoon also. I have sent him several boxes and he has received all of them. If you leave your email address I would be happy to contact you and help you with the address, custom forms, etc.
Name: Beans
Date: 05/31/05
Time: 16:08:05
I want to thank Arlene H. For your post on the 29th.. I was feeling very blue because I had missed a phone call from my son earlier that day.When I read about the water ballon fight it made me laugh out loud because I'd sent my son packages of water ballons a few weeks ago.In a strange sort of way it was like i'd made contact with my own.We really are all in this together and it's the simple, small stuff that makes us strong ,and the sharing of the simple that makes us united.I'm fascinated with the idea for sending frozen B-day cakes through the mail and have gotton so many great ideas on how to fill the huge boxes that I buy.Thankyou all that keep it POSITIVE!
Date: 05/31/05
Time: 14:57:18
United we stand ,devided we fall.That means all good people of the world against terrorism, not just Americans.
Date: 05/31/05
Time: 14:53:34
i think that i'd rather have 100% italian supporting my soldier than whoever posted that nasty message.
Name: TO - Any unit's FRG
Date: 05/31/05
Time: 14:53:11
Being a wife & living in the US separates myself (and other wives) from what is going on at Caserma Ederle. Are the FRG groups that are in Italy active? Are emails normally shared, or information, or anything? I was just wondering the general consensus because I never hear anything from the FRG over there for my husband's unit. I just want to know if this is the norm for all units. Thanks.
Name: TO 100% ITALIAN FROM 100% IRISH
Date: 05/31/05
Time: 14:50:41
YOU JUST KEEP COMING BACK.THINGS WOULD NOT BE THE SAME WITHOUT YOU!
Name: to 100% Italian
Date: 05/31/05
Time: 14:46:59
I was "just a friend" during the Vietnam War,and even tho' it's been 38 years since my friend did not come home from that war my heart still hurts from the loss of my friend.Today my son is serving in Afghanistan and if it were not for the support of family,friends,and comunity I would be a complete basket case!I am grateful for folks like yourself who are strangers to me but support my soldier just by being here on line.And I am sorry for the loss of the Italian soldiers - We are all in this together.I,for one,mourn for any soldier lost no matter the nationality. It's not just americans fighting this war on terrorism.Stay strong. from a "FRIEND"!
Date: 05/31/05
Time: 14:25:40
wow that was really uncalled for! Haven't we gone throught this before and all agreed that we ALL belong here whether we are American or Italian? Because recordless of our nationalities or relationship to our soldiers they are still just that OUR soldiers and they all love and care for us for their own reasons. 100% italian I find your insight into things very refreshing. And whoever said those mean things I don't agree with you but I agree with your right to say it besides that's what your soldier is fighting for along side of mine. But remember this is a place for comfort and support not to start dumb drama because you have nothing better to do.
Name: to 100% italian
Date: 05/31/05
Time: 12:56:35
are you a spy or something? cuz it seems like you know everything about post, army stuff, deployments and so on! I mean, we all understand you're worried for your friend but let us breath with your advice about army and so on. we are americans,so i think we know better what's going on with the army stuff? and if we ask, I'm sure it is not in your place to answer Q's regarding this kinda stuff, Frg, wifes and moms are supposed to answer if they know, but not an italian who's just a friend. for the pkgs, have you really been to the PO? it is not true that the italian Post office doesn't send small pkgs, what kinda post office would it be?!!cuz when I was in Milan I sent pkgs like a meter tall and 1 meter wide or bigger, that weighed like 15 kilos to the US and Germany and I sent some in Afghanistan too last year! I'm sure it hasn't changed!
Name: AJN
Email: McMurray42_fan@yahoo.com
Date: 05/31/05
Time: 12:39:50
I am a military girlfriend. I hold no formal recognition with the powers that be. I am at the bottom of the chain. I hold no Military ID card, I am not a "dependent" or a parent. The man I love may face unspeackable dangers, and I am at the mercy of those who possess this recognition for news. I understand this and accept this. I am a military girlfriend. I have promised to be here for him upon his return, no matter how long he is away. People may say I am insane for making such a commitment with no guarantees, but I hold onto our promises and have faith that he will come home safe to me. I know full well that my love for him fuels him in the worst of times. I am a military girlfriend, there is no ring on my finger to symbolize our commitment, though I love him no less for it. I hope every day that he will be able to call because a simple 30-second phone call can bring the greatest spectrum of emotions...smiling with tears in my eyes from so much joy and pain. My relationship is based on the brief communication where "I love you and I'm okay" speaks more than volumes and gives me the strength to keep going. I am a military girlfriend., I take no moment spent together for granted. I hold onto every touch, caress, kiss, every word. I have memorized the feel of his skin, his smell, the sound of his voice, and I play it over and over in my mind so that I will not forget. I cry myself to sleep some nights because missing him hurts so badly, but wake up the next morning, brush myself off, and start a new day. I am a military girlfriend, the events of the next several months hold my life, my love, and my future in the balance. When you watch the news reports, you may turn away and go about your business relatively unaffected. When I watch news stories of the war I do not see nameless soldiers a half a world away. I see individuals who will be forever changed by war. News of every casualty causes me physical pain and deep sadness. I am a military girlfriend, not a spouse or family member. When you say your prayers for the wives, children, mothers, and fathers, please don't forget about me. **** I know that this is can ring true for all of us, not just the girlfriend, but the wife, the mother, the friend, and everyone else. The love for our soldiers is what brought us all together and is why we have such a strong family here. I'm so blessed to have found this website!****
Name: Peggy Thomas
Email: peggart@gmail.com
Date: 05/31/05
Time: 12:20:09
This is my first message to post--have been reading and watching for pictures --often--this is the only news I listen to since I only worry if I listen to the radio! Started feeling like I should atleast introduce myself rather than feeling like I was just peeking!! Thank you so much for this website--it keeps me going to check every few days--I hadn't heard until this morning -by e-mail -from my son in almost 5 weeks--he's been out--1st/508th-TFFury- the website--thanks to Mr. Bradley and all the families, and friends -helps me so much. I started sending packages the "one-rate" way--such a savings although I don't know yet if he is getting them--love the theme ideas and am going shopping today to do the mexican theme--Thanks again for the support--the support of families but mostly of our beloved sons and daughters, husbands and wives who are the brave SKY SOLDIERS! STAY SAFE SAM!!! I LOVE YOU!!
Name: Friend
Date: 05/31/05
Time: 12:02:45
Hi, all, I just thought you might want this. You all help me out so much when I come here to check for news and pictures. I know the spacing isn't right, but hopefully you can see that its a poem. The ~~~ marks the end of a verse. I wrote it for one sky soldier in particular, but I'm pretty sure it applies to them all. ~~~~ Not a day goes by Yellow ribbons I don’t see Or the flag flying high As a soldier walks by me. ~~~~ Not a day goes by That my heart’s not filled with pride That you are out there fighting For this life of mine. ~~~~ Not a day goes by In these last two years That I don’t see Old Glory And my eyes aren’t filled with tears. ~~~~ Not a day goes by As I’m here, safe at home, That I don’t think of you, Out there, all alone. ~~~~ Not a day goes by That I don’t wonder why If you’re the one who’s over there, What right have I to cry? ~~~~ Not a day goes by, That I don’t think of what I’d say. And how we all should thank you, When you come home to stay. ~~~~ Not a day goes by, That I don’t think to write you. To say it just one more time, To tell you all we thank you.
Name: Tom Hunter
Email: thunter@accumepartners.com
Date: 05/31/05
Time: 11:51:30
Bev: My son is also 1st Plt./Battle Co./2-503d. If you would like to contact me at my email, perhaps I can fill you in on some of the problems you are expeiencing -- packages/mail, et al.
Name: i knew i could count on you!
Date: 05/31/05
Time: 11:35:50
i know, Mommaski!! i always act like everything will be fine when i'm on the phone with him. i know i have to be strong and make him feel it! that's why sometimes i just cant take it anymore. i pretend to be positive and ''fearless'' when i talk to him...but when he hangs up that phone, i simply break down! it's tough. sometimes i look around and i realize i'm the one with her family around her, with her friends, i'm the one who can go out and enjoy life or simply be lazy a whole day! and it does help! what he's going thru is way tougher than what i have to deal with now! soon.. he will be back, safe and better than ever! thanks for your lovely words, you all! i knew this was the right place!
Name: Mommaski
Email: deborayashinski@yahoo.com
Date: 05/31/05
Time: 10:45:14
To my Italian ladies - My heart grieves with you at the loss of your Italian Heroes. My prayers are with you and their families. As for the young lady who is facing fear for the first time - well you came to the right place !!! As you can see you are not alone! Recognising your fear is the first step - it means you are human. But there are plenty of people here who will listen to you, pep you up, give you info and yes even sometimes tell you to Get Control !!!! But remember, tell us your fear not your loved one. They have enough to worry about and they are the best !!!!! Our Sky Soldiers are a special family and so are we.
Name: Amy Jo
Date: 05/31/05
Time: 10:42:58
You are extremely lucky that you have been able to talk to you BF so much. I told mine that he wasn't aloud to call me because it was more important to call his mom and family. I know how much she worries and she lets me know when he calls her. He and I email and send lots of letters. So one good thing that you can look forward to is his call when he gets back. He must know that he has someone wonderful waiting for him when he gets home so that will give him strength to do his job. Plus God will guide him. So you may want to try to find something to do with your time until you hear from him again. I have taken up scrapbooking and I'm making one of all his emails, letters, and articals about the 173rd so that we can both go through it together when he gets home. I hope you find something. Plus you have this great website with all of these wonderful people who will stand behind you. Good luck. And may God bless and keep each one of our soldiers safe. Plus watch over us as well, since we do have one of the toughest jobs in the army.
Date: 05/31/05
Time: 09:46:46
being worried is a natural thing but dwelling on it is way different! your boyfriend has been trained by the best and prepared for the worst. he is surrounded by men who are watching his back, not to mention God's protection. i hear from my boyfriend about once every two weeks and got 2 short short e mails. you're super fortunate to have had the communication you got!! the fact that he's going on missions means he's doing great and awesome things in order to protect us and the people who live in the area. he's a hero!! take pride in him and be excited that he can be part of such a great group. remain positive and lean on God when lonliness sinks in. you have all of our support and encouragement. you can do it girl!! hang in there. -cc
Date: 05/31/05
Time: 09:44:18
well my fiancée goes on mission alot and actually I don't think there is a way not to worry about him! I just try not to put my fear and my irritability on him cos of course he doesn't need that!
Name: can u make me smile?
Date: 05/31/05
Time: 09:19:25
hello everybody! i have been checking this website for three months now. that's when my bf left for afgh. i have been spoiled since he left, receiving his emails everyday, receiving at least 3 phone calls a week...as i can read here, not all of them are able to do it. so, yes, i am so thankful. but, yesterday he called. telling me he's going on a mission. dunno where or for how long. obviously. so suddenly, i'm scared coz i know i wont have any news for awhile. i was just wondering how you can put up with it. because it's been just one day and i'm already freaking out. i just wish someone could give me a little advice to live with this. because i'm simply scared that something might happen and i aint nobody to be notified by the army...so the only way i have is, in case, read his name somewhere online! alright...i know..i'm being way too negative now. but , as i said, i'm just freaking out. so.....please. explain me how to deal with this. i know you can do it. thanks. ;o)
Name: to Bev
Date: 05/31/05
Time: 07:58:51
Bev when your son first shipped out you should have recieved a letter from his platoon sgt. with his email address why don't you email him and see if your address is correct It took over a month for my son to recieve his first packages and that is about how long it is taking the rest. although they should at least send them back to you if address is wrong then you will know. I know how upset you are its the only way for us moms to show our love and support to our boys and it is very frustrating good luck. sincerely Liz Spence 1 508 mom
Name: To Bev
Date: 05/31/05
Time: 06:50:36
Mailing: My packages usually take 2 weeks to arrive. I was told not to insure them & to not put any country on the customs form. Maybe this helps?
Name: "Rock" Wife and fellow soldier
Date: 05/31/05
Time: 06:40:36
Just a little info. on your guys getting packages down range.....if your family member is not at a main operating post (i.e. if he's always on te go or if he is with 503rd or 508th) they only get packages every 4 days (in some locations it takes longer). The packages are sent by air (meaning it has to be weighed to even the load on the chopper) So if you sent a big package or if there are a lot of boxes that are going out they can only take a certain amount of at a time so that may be the reason for some packages taking so long to get to your loved ones!
Name: Red Devil Supporter B CO
Date: 05/31/05
Time: 04:37:23
Better than any phone call, email or letter! Seeing my sweetheart walk into my office, I almost passed out! I thank God that he is well and I can enjoy him for a few days :) Friday will be 100 days for some of us and counting! Hope many more of you will expereince the JOY of seeing your loved one soon
Name: Tammy to Bev
Email: Msabe2005@aol.com
Date: 05/31/05
Time: 04:27:10
Hi, I am from Cincinnati. My family lives there still and we are moving back. My family has been sending my son packages and it has taken two weeks from there. Plus if he is one of the ones that are always on the go, but since march. It sounds like the address might of had problems. At least one of them should have gotten to him, you would have thought.
Name: Old Soldier
Date: 05/31/05
Time: 04:20:58
To our Italian friends and supporters, we grieve with you this morning for the loss of your soldiers with us in Iraq. As an old helicopter pilot, I particularly grieve for the loss of life of colleagues that shared the thrills and dangers of flying. We should never forget that there are many nations sharing the sacrifices in this terror war and many families suffering losses. Thanks for posting the news and please know we are thinking of you today.
Name: 100% ITALIAN
Date: 05/31/05
Time: 04:03:52
Last night we lost 4 italians soldiers in a helicopter crash near Nassiriya, in Iraq. It’s a sad loss for our country. Circumstances of the crash have still to be investigated. June 2nd is the anniversary of our republic (Republic day).
Name: to Bev
Date: 05/31/05
Time: 04:01:13
Bev, when did you mail them? and to which address? maybe there could be something wrong with the address.
Name: Bev
Date: 05/31/05
Time: 03:52:49
My son is in 1ST PLT B/CO-2/503 he has been in country since the end of March. I have sent him 10 packages. He has not received one! I am mailing from Cincinnati, Ohio. I have talked to the post office and they are no help. Can anyone offer me some advice or help?
Date: 05/31/05
Time: 03:09:40
Condolences to the families of the Italian soldiers dead in Iraq this morning. Italian wife
Name: TO: Jammer FRM: Sammie
Date: 05/31/05
Time: 00:58:26
HEY YOU! for one i wanted to say thank you to you and all the other soldiers around you for keeping this nation safe everyday of the week every hour of the day and never thinking twice about WHY you do what you do...and this weekend everyone really missed you...I MISS YOU alot ...and i want to kick myself SO HARD because i wont be there when you get home =( but at least im missing out on that for a good reason, but once again THANK YOU for doing what you do may god bring you home this summer safely and everyone home the same take care watch out MISS YOU LIKE CRAZY!!! and hope to hear from you soon -sammie
Name: rebecca
Email: themed packages
Date: 05/30/05
Time: 23:25:20
I know Christmas is a WAYS off, and so is Halloween. But I just cant help me throw this out there now. Get the ball rolling, maybe it'll encourage others to come up with some ideas for othere holidays between now and October! :O) Its just that all the fun holdays are months away! heh I was thinking it would be fun for Halloween to send a care packaage with goofy paper masks, mini halloween candy bars..by then it'll be colder weather, so maybe we cans end Chocolate! And popcorn balls, plastic spiders and cheesy 80's horror movies, Nightmare on Elm Street....etc... you can always rent them and burn a copy for them! maybe someone might want to do a HORROR FILM care package for this summer and kind of pick from this theme. Just a thought!
Date: 05/30/05
Time: 21:52:36
we have a dvd recorder and said hello to him and got his other friends to say a little something to him. they can play them on their laptops or a friend's laptop at least. he loved it. then we sent lots of cards from a bunch of people. they made them themselves. had about 50! those things cheered him right up :)
Name: SkyMomma
Date: 05/30/05
Time: 21:50:25
I had the best Memorial Day today! I heard from the mom of one of our wounded soldiers from the 503rd (from the fire fight in early May). She was at the hospital with her son and I GOT TO TALK WITH HIM!!!! He sounded good...I failed to ask if I had permission to post his name or condition on this board but I will ask... in case anyone would want to send cards. I'll let ya know in a day or two. But I gotta tell ya, it MADE MY DAY to hear from this soldier who is my son's best buddy and former roommate in Italy. He has a ways to go, but he's gonna be just fine! Hope everyone had a good Memorial Day, and to all veteran's and all our men and women in uniform, may God Bless you!!!
Name: Arlene M.
Date: 05/30/05
Time: 20:57:39
Thanks for the pizza ideas. Hope everyone had a nice weekend. Arlene
Name: rebecca
Email: a mothers war
Date: 05/30/05
Time: 20:46:42
I just finished reading the New York Times article, ' A Mothers War'. Its 8 pages long online, but its really good. God Bless our Troops
Name: Jaymo
Email: about the pie idea
Date: 05/30/05
Time: 20:07:36
I found that the little pies that are sold near the bakery dept. in my local WalMart are a great idea. They are in individual little brown boxes & they are sold in these flavors: choc, lemon, cherry, blueberry, apple, pumpkin, & pecan. An added bonus....they're only 50 cents. Hope you can find them. Also, I found my Mexican themed supplies at a local chain called Party City. Tons of great ideas in there! I liked the baseball themed idea too.
Date: 05/30/05
Time: 18:11:12
An article worth mentioning: "A Mother's War" by Cynthia Gorney in the Sunday Magazine of the New York Times May 29th 2005.
Name: Brenda (Flippo's Wife)
Email: brendathepooh@yahoo.com
Date: 05/30/05
Time: 17:23:44
I spent most of today flying back from Ireland. When I got home, Mr. Bradley had posted new pictures. I was able to see my wonderful husband, whom I have not been able to talk to while on my trip. Thank you, Mr. Bradley, for all you do for us. I spent most of the flight thinking about Memorial Day, about all the soldiers who have given everything and all the others who give so much. I missed my annual Memorial Day flag planting at the Veterans' Cemetery this year. My parents kindly went in my place to honor the men and women who have bravely fought for our country. I do not post here often, but I wanted to say that the soldiers and their families are in my thoughts, not just today but every day.
Name: Mommaski
Email: deborayashinski@yahoo.com
Date: 05/30/05
Time: 17:23:33
Hmmmm.... Pizza Party... How about those lunchable things? You know the ones the kids like to take to school? Or you could send those large dry crackers (I forget what they are called - I hate getting old!!), pizza sauce in a can (it is in the same area as spaghetti sauce), a plastic container of Kraft parmesean and romano cheese. Since we can't send beer how about root beer? Did you know there are actual kits to make this stuff? They can pretend it is dark beer !!!! Go to a party store or one of the ones on the internet and they actually have plates and napkins and tablecloth that looks like giant pizzas. How about a CD with Italian music?
Name: Flippo's Mom (Patti)
Date: 05/30/05
Time: 15:31:53
We are a baseball family - Go Giants!! So for the Combat Wombats I am putting together care packages of: baseball schedules (they are giving them out at Home Depot), peanuts, Cracker Jacks, Vienna Sausages - closest thing to Hot Dogs I could find, mustard/ketchup, still trying to find those packaged pies (apple) that used to be everywhere, and a couple of bats & balls. Sorry guys no beer, nor can I send your moms - wish I could! My thoughts and prayers go out to all the Gold Star families & friends who have lost a loved one. Especially thinking of the families of; SPC Freeman, SPC Struble, SSG Woodard, Major Murphy, and CPL Tucker. Today there was a documentary shown called "Proud to Serve: US Army" - very good! It was mentioned that since WWI there have been 88K POWs & MIAs. Hard to believe so many - they too will always be remembered. Thank you Mr. Bradley for this wonderful site! Stay safe and stay alert Sky Soldiers!!
Name: Amy Jo
Date: 05/30/05
Time: 14:31:01
Sorry I sent for his platoon, not his squad.
Name: Amy Jo
Email: McMurray42_fan@yahoo.com
Date: 05/30/05
Time: 14:28:54
Some ideas for things to throw into boxes for the guys, I just set my soldier's squad all electronic games that I found at walmart that were only a dollar! They had racing, baseball, basketball, soccer, and a bunch others. I'm not completely sure how well they will work but I thought they were fun (plus they were small so bonus they would be easy for them to carry with them). Also a bit of a traditional thing for me is to send gummies call Road Kill. They are really funny. They actually put tire tracks on little animals. Plus they're under a dollar. Jonathan finds them extremely funny so I know I make him smile eveytime I send them. Stay safe Sky Soldiers.
Name: Michele
Date: 05/30/05
Time: 13:04:33
Hi All what a great memorial day it has been here in the Dodge household. I was searching the chosen site for a picture of my son as I had'n seen him in any so far. You see he is sort of a free lance kind of soldier I guess. He goes where he is needed. He told me he usually supports the 1st or 3rd squad so I always look there first. Well he was with the Bullies on their recent mission and I saw him in the video they they took. It was so good to see him I knew it the moment I saw it it was him. Well just thought I'd share it with those that understand. I hope you are all having a good day. Bye for now Michele
Name: Arlene Mitchell
Date: 05/30/05
Time: 12:03:47
To all the Vets, those that gave their lives, and those still serving, THANK-YOU. Happy Memorial Day
Name: Rebecca
Email: For: Vicki
Date: 05/30/05
Time: 11:00:41
Hey those are great ideas Vicki. Gummy bugs too!! I might have to use those. :O)
Name: friends
Date: 05/30/05
Time: 10:44:10
hi webmaster can you please post some photos of 1-508 B-co??? because there are not so many on the website and we would love to see our friends sometimes too..thanks a lot for all u do for us.You re great!!! thanks thanks thanks.:-) p.s Sasha Strouble u ll never be forgotten.. rest in peace.. God bless u always... 4ever in our prayers. We miss u. Your italian friends.
Name: Jaymo
Date: 05/30/05
Time: 10:21:17
An add-in on the theme ideas - Pepperoni (for the pizza theme question). Also, jalap. peppers are available in cans (for the Mexican theme), as well as a variety of tomato ideas from the Rotel company. I sent my husband the Mexican theme box, hasn't reached him yet, but I'm sure they'll love it. Another new spicy snack: Pringles now has jalapeno flavor.
Name: Vicki
Date: 05/30/05
Time: 09:32:28
Hey Girls! How about a DVD/CD, or VHS showing fireworks! or maybe a home video of a fireworks show, (surely there is a DVD/CD out there with a great show!) For a home barbeque, you can buy the already prepared, nonrefrigerated ground beef, they have a BQ flavor!! comes in envelopes. Send along with flour tortillas, baked beans, pickles (in the plastic sealed paks), chips, packaged cotton candy! (OH my, how about Gummy bugs!) Just some thoughts! Happy planning! Vicki
Date: 05/30/05
Time: 09:28:17
I was at a Hallmark store and found some really nice cards for the Military. They had a nice selection. Something different.
Name: Chuck Coker
Email: Gropa5@aol.com
Date: 05/30/05
Time: 08:05:55
There are updated pictures of the Chosen Bullies of 1st Platoon C/Co 2/503. http://www.chosen2503abn.com/1stAfghanistan.htm
Name: Old Soldier
Date: 05/30/05
Time: 06:24:47
To Stanley Rogers - your note about your son's "camping trip" was priceless and brought back alot of memories. So many times we would head out from the motor pool in my armor units or later after flight school, take off in a flight loaded with soldiers, and every time they were full of energy and looking forward to all the 'fun.' By the time we brought them home they never wanted to see a campfire or tent again!! But, you know, the next time we loaded up, they were full of that same energy again. Must be a "soldier thing." To all the parents and loved ones on this special day - this soldier thanks you for the support you are showing our troops and each other on this site.
Name: Father of a sky soldier
Email: Soldier
Date: 05/30/05
Time: 03:52:59
My son is in the 173rd Rock. He has been out for 4 weeks tomorrow. Has anyone heard from them or know when they will be in. He is a proud soldier as they all are. Also Mr. Webmaster my hat is off to you. Keep up the good work. Thanks from my wife and I from the bottom of our hearts. Without this site I don't know what we would be doing. Thanks again...........For those who want to put other things on hear, PLEASE RESPECT OUR SOLDIERS!!!!!!!!!!!!
Name: To Rebecca
Email: Christina: adornocm@twcny.rr.com
Date: 05/29/05
Time: 23:23:17
I love the idea of discussing what to send our guys to avoid so many "duplicate packages", especially when it comes to theme packages. I guess the 4th of July is the next big holiday...any ideas?? Aco 2-503 2nd plt girlfriend here.
Name: rebecca
Email: 4th of July
Date: 05/29/05
Time: 22:05:32
I think it might be fun to send out a 4TH OF JULY themed package. You could send a picnic basket, red & white checkered table cloth, ....well, thats as far as I got. What can you do when they can't BBQ and have fire works like we do around here? :O) Just an idea. Nice to focus on fun things when everyone is so stressed.
Date: 05/29/05
Time: 21:26:11
I come here to try to get info about my friend who is in 1/508 Bco. I thank you all for all of your support to each other. I never post, but I truly do draw strength from those of you who are so supportive of each other. I hope the fights that have occurred lately won't be repeated. You all are so important--all of you--and I can't tell you enough how much I appreciate the news and the package suggestions and the support and all of the answers. I only have a good friend deployed, I can only imagine what its like to have a son or a fiance or husband over there. You are all my heroes. The way you handle it and still manage to support each other. It is truly amazing. THANK YOU SKY SOLDIERS... We love you.
Name: rebecca
Email: package ideas
Date: 05/29/05
Time: 21:22:53
I know this is waaaay early, but just as a general idea for packages. I think it would be really cool if friends and family of troops from the same platoon got together to send out 'theme' packages. With Christmas as an example, one person could send a fake tree, another could send stockings, a few others different lights and ornaments. That way we wouldn't all end up sending them a bunch of the same thing. I thought we could use this example for other packages. anyone?? :O) Nice to get together and maximize our support.
Name: Arlene M.
Date: 05/29/05
Time: 21:16:26
Mommaski---- Thanks for the wonderful idea of the "fiesta box". I can't wait to send that theme to our boys. Please keep giving us ideas. I always have a hard time coming up with them. I would like to send out a "pizza party" box. Do you, or anyone have any suggestions? Would cheese and meat hold up?????????. Thanks, Arlene
Date: 05/29/05
Time: 21:15:08
heard from 1/508 A co. today!! they're busy but he has tomorrow "off"- whatever that means! Lynda... i told Ross to tell your son (Jesse) to give you a ring!! looks like he got the job done :) my prayers will be with you all this memorial weekend. may God's comforting spirit be upon you.
Name: Lynda
Email: quintana18@hotmail.com
Date: 05/29/05
Time: 20:09:56
hi all finally got a phone call and an e-mail from my son!!!!!!!! and found another piture of him on this site. he is in 1-508 Aco, 1st platoon and doing fine! he says the whole platoon wants more of my homemade jerky, they liked the hot stuff. so i guess i will be making it a lot. so today is a great day for me! God bless all of you and all our soldiers. we are proud of you. take care everyone, lynda
Name: TO: Arlene H.
Date: 05/29/05
Time: 19:11:44
Thanks for the info about the platoon. Our guys are in the same one! I won't worry if I don't hear from my son for awhile.
Name: Stanley D. Rogers
Email: roge5301@netzero.net
Date: 05/29/05
Time: 17:38:43
Just heard from my son today. He is in Charlie Co. "Chosen Few" 3rd Platoon. Just returned from a patrol, he called it a camping trip before he left, and when I talked to him he called it brutal. It was ground pounding all the way. He sounded tired but proud and morale very good. What gets to him is the camel spiders. We had a lot of laughs and he could be home for R&R pretty soon. He said the morale of all his buddies was very good. Sky Soldiers All The Way! Where does America continue to get these young men and women? Never ceases to amaze me.
Date: 05/29/05
Time: 16:34:39
It's amazing how a few kind words can turn things around. Thank you Vets for serving our country. Mr Bradley you are still serving your country. Thank you and to all the families lost we do remember your loved ones, not just this week end but through out the year. God Bless America.
Name: Arlene H
Date: 05/29/05
Time: 16:04:11
Got a 4:30am wake up call from my soldier, 2-503 BCo. 1st Platoon. All is well. Have been on a long mission. They are on the move. May not hear from him for a long time due to no available communication. Needs are great for hygiene items, toothpaste, toothbrushes, deoderant and anything else that you can thinks of. They love the gag toys. They are having a water ballon fight today. One squad against another. Cpt. thanks for the update. Lt of 1st Platoon, thanks for posting. The pics are great. We know you are busy and appreciate every bit of information you can provide. Our prayers are with you. God bless our Skysoldiers.
Date: 05/29/05
Time: 15:54:11
On this memorial day,may the mantle of the Creator be about them,may the memory of the Creator be within them,may the protection of the Creator keep them from harm,from ignorance,from heartlessness all through this day from dawn till dusk,from dusk till dawn,Amen.
Name: Rick Vien (Rock Vet from Iraq)
Date: 05/29/05
Time: 15:51:23
I hope everyone is having a wonderful memorial day weekend. To all of the sky soldiers in Afghanistan, gods speed and may everyone return home safely.
Name: sam
Date: 05/29/05
Time: 15:45:56
mr bradley thanks for this web site and thanks for trying to keep us up to date on whats going on but i really want to say the most is thanks for your time in the service everyone should be say this to you today and everyday i just wanted you to know i'm proud you you and every soilder evry day and thankful to them
Name: Jane R.
Date: 05/29/05
Time: 15:44:21
Lord, please Bless and Protect ALL of Our Skysoldiers, keep them ALL safe and return ALL of them home safe to us soon. God Speed! We love you guys!!! Lets all us remember that this site is about our troops serving....Mommaski, it is great to see you back.
Date: 05/29/05
Time: 15:40:25
Mr.Bradley, you put so much work and TLC into this website and I want you to know that there are those of us out here that are grateful to you for your efforts. I'm only interested in the information and news that you supply us and it makes me feel terrible when I see people abusing it. I think people need to practice self-control rather than leave it for you to edit the messages. This is about our loved ones being in harms way and about supporting each other so we stay strong for our soldiers. I feel terrible for you when you have to keep reminding folks about the websites purpose. Thank you for what you have given us in this website - the 1200+ photos you have posted have given my family emense comfort - we can look through them and see what our soldier sees every day and that in itself makes him seem not so far away.
Name: sammantha
Email: hippyblonde45@aol.com
Date: 05/29/05
Time: 15:39:00
i read this message board ever day to keep me strong for my brother i feel encouraged to hear good news and sad when people lose a loved one i never write messages i just like to read eveything i would hope mommaski will keep writing here she seems very strong and keeps supporting our troops even after she has lost her child this site is suppose to encourage our troops we should not say harsh words to one another we need to support our troops to help keep them going through this time please lets just do that and mommaski i like to read your messages and hope you will stay you a very strong person please reconsider nad carl if you read this stay safe stay strong and god is watching you and the rest of our troops love ya
Name: Mommaski
Email: deborayashinski@yahoo.com
Date: 05/29/05
Time: 15:27:17
My apologies to everyone. Mr Bradley is correct - this site is for our Sky Soldiers and their loved ones. Today I got a big reminder. I heard from my guys at Support Battalion and they were very angry that I was hurt. I never realized that my voicing this could have such an effect. Well I emailed them back to say that everything is COOL !!! Soldier's Dad and I have had a very enlightening conversation and we understand each other and why he was so upset. But it did teach me that If I am angry or hurt I should send a private email that this site is not where I should do this. So I would like to apologise to everyone. SO - To get back to the important stuff. Support Bat. is doing well, kinda bored - "send more movies Mommaski". Just sent out a "Fiesta Box" - tortillia chips (put in a tin, they tend to break into itty bitty pieces otherwise), plastic bowls of salsa (bought them in the store like that),a serape (for them to put on the ground or on a table),Our Lady of Guadalupe candle (to light to keep them safe), a pinata filled with candies and small toys (carefully chosen) for them to play with the children or just to be silly, and 2 recent release DVDs. So Sky Soldiers - stay safe and know that you are in my thoughts and prayers as are your families. Love to all.
Date: 05/29/05
Time: 15:10:42
That was a really encouraging letter. Thank you Mr. Bradley for this website. Thank you 173rd Airborne for serving our country and making the United States of America a better place and for promoting peace and freedom.
Name: James Bradley, CW3, USA (Retired)
Email: webmaster@173rdairborne.com
Date: 05/29/05
Time: 14:06:18
I just returned from visiting the local national cemetery and the memorial to our fallen sky soldiers only to hear that fellow sky soldiers just made contact with the enemy and luckily a few guys only received MINOR wounds and have been returned to duty. Yet when I visit the message board we still have people discussing NON-173d ISSUES. To these people I say, "Take your non 173d stuff some place else. I really don't want what other people or organizations do to other people to have any impact or play in this message board." Focus people, Focus, its about the troops!!!
Name: Colonel Kevin Owens
Date: 05/29/05
Time: 13:48:09
To the veterans of 173rd Airborne Brigade Association, specifically the Texas Chapter, I offer my heart felt appreciation for your incredible support for our wounded Sky Soldiers. I can't begin to thank you adequately for the time and effort you have given to our wounded men and their families. Your actions confirm what we always tell folks: our Army's greatest brigade is associated with the greatest veteran's association! Please know this; the Sky Soldiers in Afghanistan are giving better than they're taking from the enemy. The battlefield heroics of the Sky Soldiers on 3 May will swell your chests with pride. It certainly has for me. After just completing what was one of the most destructive battles of enemy forces here in Afghanistan, every man involved was ready to do it again. Their only concern was the welfare of their wounded comrades. You great Sky Soldier veterans have helped ease that concern more than you may know. Looking forward to seeing again soon. Very Respectfully. Sky Soldiers! Colonel Kevin Owens
Date: 05/29/05
Time: 12:54:18
http://www.1508pir.com/nnews.htm that's the link for the firefight.. haven't seen it anywhere else as of yet
Date: 05/29/05
Time: 12:52:26
http://www.dawn.com/2005/05/29/top14.htm http://www.defenselink.mil/news/May2005/20050528_1394.html I think this is the firefight they are talking about....
Name: Sally
Date: 05/29/05
Time: 11:43:48
I sincerely hope that Momanski does not equate this message board with anything other than what it is. A message board to help all of those with soldiers fighting in this war. Her insight has been very helpful, and I shall miss hearing from her. I hope she reconsiders. I would also like to point out that we are all from different parts of the county, from different races and with very different beliefs, and if our soldiers can put all that aside and help each other fight a war together, then I think we should put it all aside to help each other through this difficult time. I value this message board and do not want it to become a political agenda.
Name: Arlene
Date: 05/29/05
Time: 11:43:15
Does anyone have anymore news about the firefight between A co 1/508 and the enemy? Thanks, Arlene Happy Memorial Day............
Name: silvia
Date: 05/29/05
Time: 11:40:56
I just want say hi to all the 173rd soldiers!! Be strong, and we pray for your safe return at home!! KISSES AND HUGS from Italy!
Date: 05/29/05
Time: 11:37:34
I agree! My understanding is that this is a message board for info about the 173rd.A Place to share information and real news. Not a place for controversy,gossip or for some to air personal options and have public hissyfits. And I am surprised when people don't respect Mr.Bradleys suggestion that "this is not the place"...
Name: E
Date: 05/29/05
Time: 11:23:07
hi! can someone please post the address to send packages to the guys from Italy? thanks! E
Date: 05/29/05
Time: 10:57:48
Mr.Bradley asked you people to stop the nonsense. Why can't you respect his request? For some of us this website is a way of keeping up with info about what our guys are encountering day to day, week to week-like the message from webmaster of 1508pir.com-that's important, not this silly jr. highschool junk! It's no wonder that our soldiers don't leave many messages here!
Name: Michele
Date: 05/29/05
Time: 10:10:15
Hello All I just got back from Sunny Florida and checking in on the site. What a heck is going on here? I really think messages should be better edited before they are posted on the site. I think our site is to support one another and our loved ones who are deployed. I'm going to try to stick to that perhaps we all should. To Momanski you are forever in my heart and I pray I will never have to experience what you did. You are such an inspiration to so many of us. I hope you come back here soon but I do respect your decision. Bye for Now Michele D.
Name: 1508pir.com Webmaster
Date: 05/29/05
Time: 10:00:30
Alpha Company 1-508th engaged enemy forces today. Two Alpha company service members received SUPERFICIAL wounds and where immediately deemed Return To Duty. Both soldiers have called their families as of the time of this post.
Name: sissi
Email: to mommaski
Date: 05/29/05
Time: 09:49:35
Mommaski don't leave this web site! Nobody and I repeat nobody has any idea of what you and all the other GOLD STAR MOTHERS have passed! Don't let some words hurt you, you are stronger than that...., so don't leave this web and this community, you know the 173rd families are all with you!
Name: Vicki
Email:
Date: 05/29/05
Time: 09:45:24
AMEN, OLD SOLDIER!!! I believe you have said it best!!! Mommaski.....You are a loved and welcome ray of sunshine on this website, never a bad thing to say! Know that you are loved and respected! I look to your words of advise and wisdom everyday, as someone who knows first hand what family and friends are goin through, yours are the words that I listen too! Let us all remember what we are truly celebrating this Memorial Day.....I will say a prayer for your son and all of our soldiers! Love Ya, Vicki
Name: Vicki
Date: 05/29/05
Time: 09:44:20
AMEN, OLD SOLDIER!!! I believe you have said it best!!! Mommaski.....You are a loved and welcome ray of sunshine on this website, never a bad thing to say! Know that you are loved and respected! I look to your words of advise and wisdom everyday, as someone who knows first hand what family and friends are going through, yours are the words that I listen too! Let us all remember what we are truly celebrating this Memorial Day.....I will say a prayer for your son and all of our soldiers! Love Ya, Vicki
Name: Old Soldier
Date: 05/29/05
Time: 09:32:21
Don't know the background of Ron and Soldier's Dad, but I DO know the background of Mommaski and I know which ones I would prefer to sign off. This site is not for political grandstanding. The organization has admitted it made a mistake, has said publicly that it will change it's rules, but whatever they do should not impact our support of 173rd soldiers and their families --- most specifically the families that have lost loved ones. Turning our backs on our own soldiers families is far worse than delaying the entry of one mother into this prestigious group. Don't leave Mommaski - just accept the apologies from all of us that we have folks out there that type before they think. We love you, respect the tremendous sacrifice your family has made to our Nation's cause and look forward to your words of wisdom.
Date: 05/29/05
Time: 09:20:25
I don't know what other treatment they are getting other than being given doxycycline prior to departure. They also received innoculations. It is a necessary protocol, but not serious.
Date: 05/29/05
Time: 09:17:11
mommaski....you have been helping me so much with the first packages and your words are always a ray of light....PLEASE DO NOT SIGN OUT! what are we supposed to do without your bright ideas???? An italian girl.
Name: Christina
Email: to anyone who knows
Date: 05/29/05
Time: 06:02:05
does anybody knows what kind of treatment are being given to our soldiers besides malaria prophylaxis?
Name: 100%ITALIAN
Date: 05/29/05
Time: 02:43:10
Mommaski, A few weeks ago you welcomed us Italians to this message board. I am writing you to ask you to stay and to tell you that you are welcome on this message board, just like you told us when we needed it, while others were offending. It was your message, more than others, that motivated us to stay and keep writing. We are the ‘friends’ but you are a Gold Star Mother so you have more right to be here than we do. Your message to us motivated me even more cause it was from you. And i had the chance to email you out of this board, I am M.Weiss’ friend. I know he might get deployed again soon. And i know I’ll need your suggestions then from your great experience. Please don’t deny your precious help to any of us.
Email: To Mommaski
Date: 05/29/05
Time: 02:09:13
dont leave the site. your words are precious to all of us. ur a great person, that always have good words for everyone and that help us a lot. i cant totally feel ur pain but i can immagine, i have a baby boy and one day i saw him almost dieing... only God knows how i felt in those moments... he is fine now and growing up :) but trust me... i can immagine how hurt u have been and still are. dont leave. we need ur words. italian mom
Date: 05/28/05
Time: 23:03:05
I say a pray for the families of all the fallen soldiers of all the wars. I can't believe MIA soldiers are still being brought home. I'm very proud of my soldier and I pray for his return, because I would never be able to go through life without him. He believes in what he is doing and he has control of his life. May God be with him and all the others serving this great country. Let's keep God in our Nation. Sorry that we have loved ones suffering a great loss everyday. Stay strong 173rd and know you have all of the United States behind you. We love You. en
Name: Jane K
Email: To Mommaski
Date: 05/28/05
Time: 22:58:58
I hope you are checking this site one more time and see this message: Please don't "sign off"! You are a very special woman and your loss is one many of us (me especially) could never endure. You have always been a source of inspiration to me and many others. This Gold Star Mother debate will work itself out I'm sure. This site needs moms like you to guide us with your words of wisdom. The love you continue to share with your son's unit is awesome and we would all be blessed if there were more people like you in this world. Please stay with us!
Date: 05/28/05
Time: 20:33:45
i tried to type this before but it didn't show up. my apologies if there's another similar one! how do you all think it would be to send any religious material to our soldier? i don't want to offend anyone in the country if for some reason they come across it or what not. but being a muslim country i just wanted to double check. obviously i'm not going to send 100's of bibles or something but like devotional material and such. where do we draw the line?!! thanks so much. keep your eyes open guys!!
Name: debbie
Email: debbies2k2@aol.com
Date: 05/28/05
Time: 19:56:00
To all the 173rd Airborne,you are in our hearts.Go AIRBORNE.We are very proud of you.
Name: Denise
Date: 05/28/05
Time: 19:19:36
Correct me if I'am wrong, but memorial day is the day we respect,honor and salute those who paid the ultimate price and to the family's that sacrificed the most. As a mother I am honored my son countinues to carry their tourch,he does it with pride honor,and dignity. On this deployment I have been very disapointed in this web-site, This is a site that actualy got me through alot of sleepless nights on the Iraq deployment I wish I could say the same for this one, but I can't. To my son I send you a RAINBOW of love.
Name: Mommaski
Email: deborayashinski@yahoo.com
Date: 05/28/05
Time: 18:20:35
Hello everyone. Dear Ron and Soldier's dad. I cannot tell you how much my heart hurts right now, how devastated I feel right now. I am a Gold Star Mother. How easy it is to sit in judgment. I too was outraged. In fact I called National Headquarters as soon as my husband saw the article and forwarded it to me. Did you call to ask why? Here is what I was told - As you know (or do you?) the Organization was founded in WWI but really got it's start in WWII. When the bylaws were made by the women it was a different time - there were even then Japanese and German descent men serving in our Armed Forces and they served with honor and some died but the women did not want to let these foreign mothers join them - they did not want to look into the faces of these women and wonder if their family member had killed their son. From today's standard this is so wrong but back then it was accepted behavior. The problem is that those bylaws (and the stupidest dress code you have ever seen) is still in effect. Until now apparently this has never come up - but we have changed in our outlook and our values. So now what needs to be done is that at the Convention in June it is going to be proposed for that bylaw to be changed. Then it will be printed in the newsletter and the General Membership must vote on it. Anyone who has ever belonged to an organization of this size knows the rules can be changed, it's just not fast. The other thing I have to ask is did you read all the article? They purposely submitted her name knowing her name would be rejected and it was done at Memorial Day time to gain the most publicity. I do NOT agree with what they did. I feel that they should have judged her case on an individual basis. They allow in mothers who are from Guam and Puerto Rico and they are not American citizens. But to put out a blanket statement that because I belong to the organization I should be ashamed makes you just as guilty as them. You do not know the loss I have suffered. Only another mother can understand heartache in my heart at the loss of my only child. My son and I were very close and my baby is gone. Who am I supposed to turn to? If I leave the Gold Star Mothers who will take their place when I need someone? You? Do you know the ache of giving birth, of being mom and dad because your husband is on float and the vast emptiest of empty arms? I will never see my son again, nor feel his hugs, nor hear his laughter, nor will I ever know the joys of watching him get married or hold a grandchild in my arms. So what do you offer me in it's place? I am sorry you feel this way and may you NEVER know what I feel. I hope everyone is doing well. And for those who know the true meaning of Memorial Day - May God grant you Peace. I guess I am not wanted until GSM change their bylaws, so I will sign off until I am welcomed back. God bless you all. And to all my Sky Soldiers - I will always love you and you will remain in my thoughts and prayers.
Name: James Bradley, CW3, US Army (Retired)
Email: Webmaster@173rdairbrne.com
Date: 05/28/05
Time: 18:08:50
I agree on the Gold Star Mon issue, but this is NOT THE PLACE for non 173d issues. So let it drop.
Name: James Bradley, CW3, US Army (Retired)
Email: Webmaster@173rdairbrne.com
Date: 05/28/05
Time: 17:54:37
I agree on the Gold Star Mon issue, but this is NOT THE PLACE for non 173d issues. So let it drop.
Name: Soldiers Dad
Date: 05/28/05
Time: 15:47:47
I could not agree with you more, Ron. Ann Herd and the other Gold Star Mom's sons died to put an end to bigoted nonsense like that. I think they disgrace the memory of their own sons and daughters by belonging to an organization that will not accept the mother of a fallen American hero because she is Filipino. Every member of Gold Star Moms should be ashamed of herself.
Name: SkyMomma
Date: 05/28/05
Time: 15:47:34
FOB Lagman in Afghanistan was named in honor of SSG Lagman of the 10th Mountain Division. I'm not sure if it's the same man either, but I agree, it's not right!
Name: Ron Pozin
Email: rpozin@hotmail.com
Date: 05/28/05
Time: 15:15:36
There is an FOB Lagman where 173rd troops are based in Afghanistan, I don't know if it's named for the SSG Lagman named below but whether it is or not I'm disgusted with the Gold Star group over this decision.**********From Newsday>>>>>>>>> Everyone agrees that Ligaya Lagman is a Gold Star mother, part of the long, mournful line of women whose sons or daughters were killed in combat for the U.S. armed services. Her 27-year-old son, Army Staff Sgt. Anthony Lagman, was killed last year in Afghanistan when his unit came under fire during a mission to drive out remnants of Taliban and al-Qaida forces. But the largest organization of such mothers, the American Gold Star Mothers Inc., has rejected Lagman for membership because _ though a permanent resident and a taxpayer _ she is not a U.S. citizen. "There's nothing we can do because that's what our organization says: You have to be an American citizen," national President Ann Herd said Thursday. "We can't go changing the rules every time the wind blows." http://www.newsday.com/news/local/wire/newyork/ny-bc-ny--goldstarmother0526may26,0,7336814.story?coll=ny-region-apnewyork
Date: 05/28/05
Time: 12:01:33
Veterans Day is for all soldiers of all wars. I believe it is on November 11. I would have to check a calendar to be exact.
Name: ~Karen~
Date: 05/28/05
Time: 10:42:31
Hey- random question... is it appropriate to honor those soldiers who are currently living/fighting (say, in Afghanistan) on Memorial Day? I know it's for those who have died, but when do we honor those living? ~Karen~
Name: Christina
Date: 05/28/05
Time: 10:26:39
does anybody knows what kind of treatment are being given to our soldiers besides malaria prophylaxis?
Date: 05/28/05
Time: 09:10:40
is the information about doxycycline as malaria prophylaxis serious????
Name: Judy
Email: Tucker
Date: 05/28/05
Time: 06:18:50
Stars and Stripes Article: http://www.estripes.com/article.asp?section=104&article=29386
Date: 05/28/05
Time: 03:33:45
It's 6:33am here, and I just received a call from my fiancée B co. 2/503rd. Made my day!
Name: Soldier Dad
Date: 05/27/05
Time: 19:09:56
We received an email from our son talking about the kids in Afghanistan. He said that candy, gum, cookies and small food items were the best - said the kids went especially crazy over Oreos. He also said that things like small toys, shoes, clothes and so forth were not a good idea. The bigger kids will beat up the smaller ones and take them. The best things are food that the smaller kids can eat right there with the soldiers around so they don't have to worry about the big kids later. He also said that we should not send him anything that the kids could potentially use as weapons like baseballs, marbles, etc... He pointed out that while most do, not everyone likes the soldiers being there and they do not want to give out anything the older kids could through at the soldiers through the wire. That's his best advice. He is with the HHC 1-508, but I imagine it is good advice for everyone. Send the soldiers plenty of candy and Oreos and they will have a great time giving them away to the kids.
Name: Chuck Coker
Date: 05/27/05
Time: 18:15:47
Jessica - The following article is about an orphanage that the support battalion has adopted. Most are from Caserme Ederle so I would bet somebody out there has a contact with the unit. http://www.defendamerica.mil/articles/may2005/a051705la1.html
Name: To Kevin McFadden
Date: 05/27/05
Time: 17:29:14
What platoon is your son in? My fiancée is in the 3rd platoon. Thanks.
Date: 05/27/05
Time: 16:31:18
I would love to send something to the children. My son has never said much about the kids, except the boys are really troublesome.
Date: 05/27/05
Time: 14:57:32
Article about air support. http://i-newswire.com/pr22519.html
Date: 05/27/05
Time: 14:43:05
malaria prophylaxis: doxycycline
Name: Jessica
Date: 05/27/05
Time: 14:06:05
Does anyone know of any outreach program to help the Afghani children? I know that you could send shoes, but what about orphanages? Something to contribute to their education, or somehow really impact their lives? I know I sound really vague, but I would really love to do something for them. If anyone has any suggestions, I would really appreciate it. Thanks
Name: mom
Date: 05/27/05
Time: 13:42:38
Does anyone know what anti malaria drug our troops are being given?
Name: Kevin McFadden
Date: 05/27/05
Time: 13:14:58
For those looking for news and info about B Co, my son is in B Co and I talked with him on line an hour or so ago. They just got back from another mission with SF and are at the main base again. Phones and computers there are always busy and their ability to communicate with us is erratic at best.
Name: Kevin McFadden
Date: 05/27/05
Time: 13:14:39
For those looking for news and info about B Co, my son is in B Co and I talked with him on line an hour or so ago. They just got back from another mission with SF and are at the main base again. Phones and computers there are always busy and their ability to communicate with us is erratic at best.
Name: to the ones asking about B co 503
Date: 05/27/05
Time: 12:51:58
my fiancè is in B co 2/503...I heard from him a couple of days ago and they were still on mission, they are all fine. hope this helps
Name: Drake
Email: tljcdrake@verizon.net
Date: 05/27/05
Time: 12:24:20
If anyone knows Spec. Jarrod Drake 2/503rd please tell him hello and we hope to hear from him soon, It's been over a month. God Bless the Airborne!
Name: Jessica Hanchett
Date: 05/27/05
Time: 11:16:10
Hey Jamie, Wrote you and e-mail today, hope you get it, if not let me know!! Jessica
Name: Uncle Sams Nephew
Date: 05/27/05
Time: 11:13:55
As we enter the Memorial Day weekend I want to extend a WELL DONE AIRBORNE to all whom this website is honorably dedicated to, and to their families. Us military types are more than familiar with the meaning of Memorial Day. IT IS INCUMBENT ON US TO REMEMBER OUR FALLEN BROTHERS!! AND WE WILL!!! To all who read this site. These ARE the best people in the world. I WILL NOT FORGET!!!!ALL THE WAY!!!!!AND THAN SOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Name: elisa
Date: 05/27/05
Time: 10:07:11
thank you for showing the address of PFC Andrew Soule. I M GOING TO SEND HIM A LETTER TOMORROW ! DOES ANYBODY KNOW HIS AGE AND WHERE IS HE FROM? I HOPE THAT LETTERS WILL BE A LITTLE SUPPORT FOR HIM. ELISA
Name: Sharon, Proud Mom (173rd B 2-503)
Date: 05/27/05
Time: 09:51:46
We Love You, We Support You, We miss You, Our Prayer's are with you! And all these Soldiers! God Bless you All!
Name: Samantha
Email: samanthaprachar@optonline.net
Date: 05/27/05
Time: 08:34:48
Thank you Ron!
Name: Ron Pozin
Email: rpozin@hotmail.com
Date: 05/27/05
Time: 08:31:32
Nice T-shirt and lapel pin. http://www.serviceflags.com/tshirts/TshirtArmy173rdAirBrigade.htm http://www.serviceflags.com/Pin_Afghan.htm
Name: For Shane Elder from Samantha
Date: 05/27/05
Time: 08:04:30
You kindness is appreciated more than words can say. Thank you for what you are doing for these wounded soldiers. Please expect something in the mail from me. Thank you again.
Name: To concerned mom: from Samantha
Date: 05/27/05
Time: 08:01:34
In response to this: My son is in B Co. 2/503 and he emailed several days ago that he was going on a mission. I wish that they would change the Commander's Update on their website. It has been three weeks since it has been changed and I really count on it to keep me in the loop. I was thinking the same thing this morning! My fiancée is with B company as well, and today is 9 days since I've heard from him. I wish they would update the website as well.
Name: LouieQ
Date: 05/27/05
Time: 07:05:56
Thank you for posting information on the wounded.
Name: Al Schlothauer
Date: 05/27/05
Time: 06:55:47
Many, many "Thanks" to all the Military Personnel, Past and Present on this Memorial Day Weekend. My thoughts and prayers are with all those families who have given the ultimate sacrifice. The service of "ALL" makes me very proud to be an 'American'. Thank you!! Give em Hell Dan, Troy, Jeremy, and Stephanie. Hooah 173rd!!
Name: Old Soldier
Date: 05/27/05
Time: 04:18:14
For Shane Elder - your efforts on behalf of our soldiers at Ft. Sam are above and beyond and please know that we appreciate what you are doing for them AND for us. I'm sure these young men and women can also accept visitors if we can get there, but you will have cards and best wishes on the way from the 173d family. To SPC Soule and the others - May God Bless and we will keep you in our thoughts and prayers every day. Your sacrifices on our behalf can never be repaid, but we will sure try.
Photos of our KIAs are at; http://www.173rdairborne.com/KIA-afghan.htm
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Wounded Sky Soldier at Fort Sam Houston Texas
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I have been in contact with A sky soldier medic (Shane Elder) now stationed at Fort Sam Houston, Texas. He served with A-2/503rd in Iraq and will be the Point of contact for our Sky Soldiers being treated at Ft. Sam. SPC Andrew Soule, Able Co. 2/503d is recovering there and He OK'd the release of his current medical condition ....he had both legs amputated at the Knee. it would be good if we all send cards and letters of support to him. To make sure he gets the cards and letters, please send everything to; Shane Elder 3041 Marvin R. Wood Road Fort Sam Houston, TX 78234. He will personally deliver each items |
Date: 05/27/05
Time: 01:41:22
Also my thoughts and prayers to the family of PFC Steven Tucker. Any chance to see one pic of him?And a big hug to all 503 Able company, God Bless u all.chiara
Name: Rebecca
Date: 05/26/05
Time: 23:05:35
Does anyone know what unit Special Forces is? I know one of my friends is in Afghan. and is with SF, and from the 173d. If anyone know, i'd love to find out. Thanks!
Name: Donna
Email: mommie222
Date: 05/26/05
Time: 22:27:28
To: SGT. Scott Hamilton, Hey son I hope that you have a Good Memorial Day! I want to thank you son, for giving of yourself for Our Freedom back here in the States. You are a Awesome Man, Son, & Soldier! To all the Sky Soldiers NEW & OLD Thank you for your utmost service to this country. There is not one day that goes by that I don't Thank the Lord for each and every one of you. Hang in there and know you are in my prayers and thoughts at all times for a speedy mission and a safe return to all of your loved ones. HOOAH!!!
Name: rebecca
Email: R&R
Date: 05/26/05
Time: 21:11:14
Well, i'm sure if a soldier doesn't want to leave his fellow soldiers, i'm sure he can stay. Its just there to give them a break from all the day to day drama they have to deal with. So they can go back a bit more refreshed. Sort of like a recess, but instead of once a day, its for 2 weeks once a year.
Date: 05/26/05
Time: 18:18:16
My son is in B Co. 2/503 and he emailed several days ago that he was going on a mission. I wish that they would change the Commander's Update on their website. It has been three weeks since it has been changed and I really count on it to keep me in the loop.
Name: Pam
Email: pammie73@mchsi.com
Date: 05/26/05
Time: 16:59:46
Kyle, we haven't heard from you for a long time and need to know you are ok. We miss you and pray for your safety and all who are courageously serving our country. We are so proud of you son!!!! If anyone has news about Bco 2/503d please post. Kyle, we love you and miss you so much. Love Mom
Name: J
Email: To Rebecca
Date: 05/26/05
Time: 16:57:16
He was in 1st platoon Able Company
Name: Rebecca
Date: 05/26/05
Time: 14:57:59
Thank you OLD SOLDIER for your helpful info. Does anyone know what __platoon__ PFC. Tucker was from? I know he was from 2-503d. It wasn't posted anywhere. Thank you
Name: Old Soldier
Date: 05/26/05
Time: 14:26:50
Rebecca - the only way your soldier can be recalled after discharge is if he goes into the Reserves or National Guard to fulfill some commitment from his enlistment or to serve til he earns a retirement, OR if he retires from active duty. If he goes into the reserves, he could be deployed with a reserve unit. IF he retires, like me, he could be recalled if the Army decides he has a critical skill that they require. There have been some retirees recalled, but they are rare. There is no easy answer, but for most soldiers that complete their enlistment without a reserve commitment, they are discharged and do not have any danger of being deployed again.
Name: To Old Soldier
Email: Lynn
Date: 05/26/05
Time: 12:23:17
Thanks for the information you provided, but I have a question. They CAN'T be redeployed after they are discharged? What if a soldier was deployed twice, once in Iraq and then now in Afghanistan, and then gets discharged in May 2006. Is there a possibility that he could get called back to service and possibly for ANOTHER deployment anytime after that? Will he be retired but possibly called back? I think my boyfriend and I are both afraid he will be called back to service even after he hopes his term ends. I would really appreciate any information from anyone. Thank you so much in advance.
Date: 05/26/05
Time: 11:57:51
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family of PFC Steven Tucker. I pray that you find strength and hope to continue your lives. We've lost a brave young soldier.
Name: Donna
Email: hdonnamarie@aol.com
Date: 05/26/05
Time: 10:50:26
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of PFC Tucker.
Name: Re: stop loss
Date: 05/26/05
Time: 10:26:17
My fiance's ETS date is Mid year 2007. If they decided to re-deploy them Spring of 2007 which they technically can do (from my understanding) my fiance would be held until the deployment was finished. It is usually 12 months deployed, 12 months at base. Hope this helps.
Name: cdninitaly
Date: 05/26/05
Time: 10:08:47
the stop loss goes into effect 3 months before deployment.. so if you have 8 months left after this deployment, you should be safe from stop loss. how deployments work, as far as i know, si that they will spend the same amount of time back on base as they did down range, so stop loss would start again 9 months after they get back.. if they have to go back.. i did read on the news that another unit they were going to send to our theater was dropped.. so you never know!
Date: 05/26/05
Time: 09:59:23
what happens if after their deployment they have 8 months left till they have fulfilled the four years? will they more than likely be deployed again and extended a couple months?
Name: Old Soldier
Date: 05/26/05
Time: 07:58:13
Rebecca - I'm afraid I don't know all the specifics, but I have enough understanding for some general guidance on Stop Loss. If a soldier has an ETS Date (date to leave the service) and it falls within 60 to 90 days of a scheduled deployment, then they cannot leave the service until that specific deployment ends. So, if someone was scheduled to leave the Army in January 2005, they had to stay for the Afghanistan deployment. Once they return to Italy, they will then be discharged - normally a couple of months later. I believe most of the soldiers had their ETS dates adjusted to May 2006 for this deployment. They can't and won't be held for another deployment in 2007 or beyond.
Name: Wixom
Email: mr_wix@hotmail.com
Date: 05/26/05
Time: 04:24:18
Hi everyone. I've been wondering how everybody from 74th LRS is doing. I was with 74th when we went to Iraq. If any of you are out there email me. mr_wix@hotmail.com
Name: Vicki
Date: 05/26/05
Time: 03:40:42
Here is the Stars and Stripes article on our great loss this past weekend... Again more prayers are headed out to the famlies of these brave young men, and also to the two who returned to work with no fanfare, or public attention, because they held their families so dear that they didn't want them "worried". We may not know your name, but God does, and I pray he blesses each of you greatly. http://www.estripes.com/articleprint.asp?section=104&article=29341
Name: linda
Email: oleander_03@yahoo.it
Date: 05/26/05
Time: 03:25:11
urgent!!!!!!!!!!!!!! looking for JEFFREY ROWE AND BRENDAN RITCHIE, THEY USED TO STAY IN BUILDING 101 ON POST. JEFFREY IN ROOM 35 I THINK AND BRENDAN IN ROOM57, SECOND FLOOR. WARN THEM IM LOOKING FOR THEM!!!PLEASE...LINDA FROM VICENZA, EDERLE BASE!!!
Name: Mommaski
Email: deborayashinski@yahoo.com
Date: 05/25/05
Time: 21:47:13
Hello everyone. It is true - when one of "our" kids get hurt or worse we want them to know that we care, But also we must walk a fine line dealing with privacy. Mr. Bradley has been able to get us a contact at Ft Sam Houston (Thank You sir).Some of these young people who are able to return to their units do not wish to have their families informed - they don't want you to worry (Like that isn't happening!!) I can understand their reasoning. For those shipped out for longer term treatment maybe the families will post that here so we can send cards of encouragement. But sometimes in the event of serious injuries or death - you just don't think of all the people that need to be notified. Your heart is so empty and your brain just shuts down. "Mom" you're intent is a heartfelt gift to us your "family" but we will not hold you to it. believe me when I say - your heart is so empty, your grief beyond understanding that it takes days for you to even remember your own name. After a couple of days to a week you will come back to this site and you will see all the wishes for a speedy recovery or the expressions of sympathy and believ me they will mean more that you can possibly imagine. Within this magnificent family of the 173rd is another family and it is comprised of 13 families now. It is a family no one wishes to join. 13 new heroes that will join the heroes of Vietnam - they are not alone and neither are we, because we have you. My prayers, my love, my thoughts and my Blue Star Tree are with you always. Sky Soldiers are the greatest and it's Airborne all the Way!!!! I grieve all over again and I shed tears not for PFC Tucker but instead for his mother and father who are left behind.
Name: rebecca
Email: Stop Loss/Stop Movement
Date: 05/25/05
Time: 21:29:08
Does anyone know much about the Stop Loss/Stop Movement program? I know it was in affect last year because many of my friends were kept from being discharged because their units were deployed again to Afghanistan this year. How many times can they do that to one person? If you are heald from being discharged because your units deploys, what happens when they get back to Italy? Can they be held for another deployment next year?
Name: ROY E POYNOR
Date: 05/25/05
Time: 19:33:56
TO SSG MARK POYNOR BE SAFE AN TAKE CARE MY HEART AND MIND IS WITH YOU ALWAYS LOVE DAD GOOD HUNTIN
Name: rebecca
Date: 05/25/05
Time: 17:03:31
Oh sorry: S&T Supplies and Transport
Name: Rebecca
Email: Military Abbreviations
Date: 05/25/05
Time: 17:00:19
HHC stands for: Headquartes & Headquarters Company. You can find more abbreviations at: http://www.chevron26.com/charaktere/military.html Hope this helps, I know it can be a bit confusing to learn all of these!
Date: 05/25/05
Time: 15:42:08
Can anyone tell me what the HHC S&T stands for? I know it is part of the 173rd, just not sure of what it is. Thank you!
Name: Ana Laura
Email: To Cch and Italian Marshmellow
Date: 05/25/05
Time: 14:52:00
Got news from Jay, please contact me here: analauradreams@yahoo.it
Name: Isabella
Email: isycrazy@hotmail.com
Date: 05/25/05
Time: 14:24:33
If anybody know Sgt. Cowden please e mail me.... i would like to have news about him. thanks. God Bless all the Sky Soldiers and America
Name: Mom
Date: 05/25/05
Time: 13:26:07
I know it must be hard for the ones wanting information when you are not next to kin. I wish I would never have to be in the situation of being the next to kin. I'm a Mom so unfortunately I am. If anything happens to my son I will post a message for you guys. Again remember our soldiers belong to the Army. They are one standing together doing a great job. We have to let them do their job without any strings attached. We have to let them live their lives, because so many chose the Army. They were not drafted. So let them spread their wings and live their lives. Pray that God will put his protected shield around them. Pray for the families that have lost these young men not only in the 173rd, but all the others that are being lost. God Be With the USA and lets hope we keep God in our Nation. This nation was founded with God and that's the way it should be. Love a concerned Mom. I wish I had my little boy back in my arms again.
Name: Jessica Hebert proud girlfriend of SFC Dishman
Email: missmybro2003@yahoo.com
Date: 05/25/05
Time: 13:05:16
Thoughts and Prayers out to the family and friends of PFC. Tucker. He is a great loss to all of us. Jessica Hebert
Date: 05/25/05
Time: 12:59:45
http://icasualties.org/oif/ this site shows wounded as well.. hope that helps!
Name: LouieQ
Date: 05/25/05
Time: 08:21:07
Mary L - was wondering about the wounded, too. How do people who aren't next of kin find out if a soldier has been injured?
Name: Michele D
Date: 05/25/05
Time: 08:18:39
My thoughts and prayers to the Tucker family. What a nice article on their son thanks for the link to it. I wish we could hear some good news out of Afghanistan soon. STay strong everybody. Michele
Name: Isabelle
Email: jollygirl_ny@yahoo.com
Date: 05/25/05
Time: 05:45:39
please if anybody know Sgt. Jeremie Luz that is in 2/503 write to this e.mail jollygirl_ny@yahoo.com asap. thank ya. isa
Name: greta
Email: to jeremiah L. minor
Date: 05/25/05
Time: 04:58:07
just wanted to say that i miss you a lot! thanks for the emails and letters.they made my days. im waiting for ur safe return. Gee.
Name: Ronald J Pozin
Email: rpozin@hotmail.com
Date: 05/25/05
Time: 02:59:16
PFC Tucker was promoted posthumously to Corporal.
Name: Mary L.
Date: 05/25/05
Time: 02:32:25
does anyone know the names of the injured soldiers?
Name: Tatiana
Email: WingedOne3
Date: 05/25/05
Time: 02:14:21
I received a call early this morning from my boyfriend. He's with 1/508 ACO and they've been quite busy. He sounded really good, much better from the last time but that was 3 weeks ago. It was very bitter sweet talking to him knowing that we have a fallen Soldier and others injured. I knew the moment I heard his voice how blessed I was. To all of the families who have lost I cannot feel your total pain but I can keep you in my thoughts and prayers and I know that we are better off for all the hero's we have out there today!! On the hard days when we are missing our Soldier so very much and we havn't heard from them in ahwile I sit and think of those we've lost and remember how hard it is for our guys over there without us. They are a true testament of how blessed we really are in life!! I will stay focused on the mission here at home so that when he comes home, it will be even better!!
Name: debbie
Email: debbies2k2@aol.com
Date: 05/24/05
Time: 22:40:21
This is for the family of PFC Tucker.We have you in our hearts.Our family will always support you.And we are so sorry. Debbie and family
Name: Samantha
Email: samanthaprachar@optonline.net
Date: 05/24/05
Time: 19:46:06
I apologize for the incorrect rank. I meant to type PFC. Thank you.
Name: Samantha
Email: samanthaprachar@optonline.net
Date: 05/24/05
Time: 19:44:44
My prayers and thoughts go out to the family of Cpl Tucker. If anyone has the mailing information so that I can send a card that would be greatly appreciated. My e-mail address is above.
Name: Link talks about a tribute to all US soldiers killed in action that will be on Nightline May 30th
Date: 05/24/05
Time: 19:10:17
http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/media_fallen_dc
Name: Gina
Date: 05/24/05
Time: 18:19:22
I am sorry I entered the wrong email address earlier it is Gina@hcnews.com
Name: Gina
Date: 05/24/05
Time: 18:18:38
I would like to send my prayer and thoughts to the family and friends of PFC. Tucker. I know he is in a better place now, but that does not erase the loss that will be felt in the hearts of many people for quite sometime. May God hold you in his arms and ease your pain. I would also like to send a card to the family. If someone can please email me at gina@hcnes.com. May God bless our soldiers.
Name: SGT Elder
Email: shane.a.elder@us.army.mil
Date: 05/24/05
Time: 17:22:38
Thank You to everyone who has sent or is sending cards and letters to the 2 wounded soldiers at Ft. Sam Houston.
Name: Donna
Email: mommie222@yahoo.com
Date: 05/24/05
Time: 17:21:33
My thoughts and prayers are with the family and fellow comrades of PFC. Tucker. We have lost a fine soldier and he will be missed! If anyone has a contact address would they please email me privately with it so that I may send a card to his family? Thank you.
Date: 05/24/05
Time:
16:24:38
has anyone heard lately of when the special with tom brokaw will be on the 173d? supposed to be in June i think... thanks!! -c
Name: Al Schlothauer
Date: 05/24/05
Time: 16:01:14
My heartfelt thoughts and prayers go out to the family, friends, and 173rd brothers of PFC Steven Tucker. May the Good Lord comfort you at this time.
Name: James Bradley, CW3, US Army (Retired)
Email: Webmaster@173rdairbrne.com
Date: 05/24/05
Time: 15:14:17
DoD Identifies Army Casualty
The Department of Defense announced today the death of a soldier who was supporting Operation Enduring Freedom.
Pfc. Steven C. Tucker, 19, of Grapevine, Texas, died May 21, in Kandahar, Afghanistan, of injuries sustained near Shinkay, Afghanistan, when an improvised explosive device detonated near his HMMWV.
Tucker was assigned to the Army's 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment, 173rd Airborne Brigade, Vicenza, Italy.
Name: James Bradley, CW3, US Army (Retired)
Email: Webmaster@173rdairbrne.com
Date: 05/24/05
Time: 14:19:50
News story http://www.dfw.com/mld/dfw/news/11724120.htm
Name: Ron Pozin
Email: rpozin@hotmail.com
Date: 05/24/05
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