OUR MILITARY.

USAF Thunderbird F-16 Viper crashes after flyover at the USAF Academy graduation, pilot is OK. Prayers for him as well as his brother from the Navy Flight Demo Squadron.

http://www.denverpost.com/2016/06/02/thunderbird-crash-colorado-springs/
 
6-6-44 ....72 Years ago operation Overlord "D DAY"....NEVER FORGET !...... www.history.com/topics/world-war-ii/d-day


 
VIET VET RECEIVES THE MOH.....  http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-3654347/President-Obama-award-Medal-Honor-Vietnam-veteran-helicopter-pilot-50-years-braved-enemy-machine-gun-fire-rescue-40-trapped-soldiers-badly-damaged-Huey.html
 
Purple Heart Recipient Honored at ENG*45..LAD*4..BN*9..... 6-24-16....
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FROM TWC NY 1..QUOTE.."The FDNY gave back to an Iraq War veteran who gave to them.

Charles Wayne O'Brien was honored Friday at Engine 54 on 48th Street and Eighth Avenue in Midtown.

The Kansas native was wounded in combat when his vehicle was struck by an explosion in 2007.

While on his honeymoon in 2012 in the city, O'Brien anonymously placed his Purple Heart award on the September 11th memorial at the station known as the "Pride of Midtown."

O'Brien was tracked online by members of the firehouse.

"With 9/11, even growing up in the middle of the country, it was still very impactful. And when I was recovering from my wounds, it kind of, I drew inspiration from the city because post-9/11, the city didn't shut down, the city didn't give up. So this was my opportunity to give back," said O?Brien.

"I'm humbled by this to meet him. When I first got here, to find out that was an authentic Purple Heart, I was, I'm glad I helped found this," said Jonathan Bush, a firefighter from Engine 54.

O'Brien's Purple Heart has been framed and posted at the firehouse.

Fifteen firefighters from Engine 54 lost their lives on September 11, 2001." UNQUOTE......RESPECT DUE !

 
Army Designs a New Hand Grenade


https://warisboring.com/the-u-s-army-designs-a-new-hand-grenade-after-more-than-40-years-7b81f0752fd#.am0nbee3u
 
REST IN PEACE BROTHER...THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE....PRAYERS FOR THE COMFORT OF THE FAMILIES.....    http://peoriapublicradio.org/post/fairview-firefighter-and-soldier-killed-kabul#stream/0
 
Thanks to all Servicemembers and Veterans for their service - 2016 Veterans Day Free Meals and Discounts:

- Applebee?s, Nov. 11, 2016: Last year, Applebee?s served over one million free meals to military veterans and active service members. Applebee?s is again offering a free meal to military veterans and active-duty service members on Veterans Day, Friday, Nov. 11, 2016. There will be 7 entr?es to choose from. All current and former military personnel will also receive a $5 coupon to be redeemed on additional food and beverage offerings or for a later time. Military ID or proof of service required.
- IHOP, Nov. 11, 2016, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Free Red, White and Blue pancakes.
- McCormick & Schmick?s Seafood Restaurants ? free lunch or dinner, Sunday Nov 6, 2016: McCormick & Schmick?s is celebrating their 18th annual Veteran?s Appreciation Event on Sunday, November 6th. Veterans will be able to choose a complimentary lunch or dinner entr?e from a special menu. Veterans must provide proof of military service. No ID needed for Gold Star Family members (parents or spouse). Space is limited and reservations are highly recommended. For more information visit: McCormick and Schmick?s Veterans Appreciation Event.
- Mimi?s Caf? Nov. 11, 2016. November 11, 2016 ? Free entr?e on select menu items for veterans and active duty members. Proof of service required. More info.
- Outback Steakhouse, Nov. 11, 2016. Outback Steakhouse is honoring America?s military veterans by offering active duty military and veterans a free Bloomin? Onion and a non-alcoholic beverage. This offer is available to Military Personnel and veterans with ID. Also receive 15% off your purchase from Nov. 12-Dec 31, 2016.
- Twin Peaks, Nov. 11, 2016. Free menu item at participating locations. Please call ahead to verify participation. Locations.
Wiener schnitzel, Nov. 11, 2016. A complimentary Chili Dog, small fries and 20 oz. drink is redeemable at participating Wiener schnitzel locations on Friday, November 11 only, with valid military ID or by wearing a military uniform. Contact your local Wiener schnitzel Locations to verify participation.
- BJs Restaurant and Brewhouse, Nov. 11, 2016. Free entree, up to $12.95 value. Offer valid to all active duty military and veterans, with proof of service. More info. Locations.
- California Pizza Kitchen, Nov. 11, 2016. Choose a pizza, full size salad, or pasta from the special Veterans Day Menu. Dine-in only. Please come in uniform or bring your military I.D. or other proof of service. Find a location near you.
Carraba?s, Monday Nov. 9 ? Sunday Nov. 15, 2016. Free appetizer of your choice for active duty service members and veterans. Military ID or proof of service required.
- Chili?s ? Free meal, Chili?s is offering all military veterans past and present their choice of any lunch combo, or your choice of a dinner meal from a select menu, including any full-size flatbread. Offer only available at participating Chili?s in the U.S. only. Dine-in from limited menu only; beverages and gratuity not included. Veterans and active duty military simply show proof of military service.
- Claim Jumper, Nov. 9, 2016. Free entr?e from select menu, with official proof of service. Dine-in only.
- Denny?s, Free Build Your Own Grand Slam? on Nov. 11, from 5 a.m. to noon for all active, inactive, and retired military personnel.
- Hooters, Hooters invites all veterans and current servicemen and women to enjoy a free meal from a select menu. Requires drink purchase.
- Little Caesars? Pizza, Free pizza or $5 HOT-N-READY Lunch Combo to all US Armed Forces veterans and active military members between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM. With proof of military service, at participating stores nationwide. Call ahead to verify participation.
- LongHorn Steakhouse, Complimentary Texas Tonoi and non-alcoholic beverage. Offer good for Veterans and active-duty military members. Proof of service required.
- Olive Garden, Free entr?e. Offer good for veterans and active duty military; proof of service required. Guests that dine with a Veteran also receive 10% off of their bill as well!
- On The Border, Veterans and current service members will receive a free choose 2 or choose 3 ?Create Your Own Combo?. Dine-in only, proof of service required.
- PDQ Tenders, PDQ Free 3 piece Tenders or Sandwich with a military ID or uniform. PDQ also offers 50% off the entire order for all active/retired military personnel on the first Monday every month.
- Red Lobster ? Monday, November 9 through Thursday, November 12, 2016. Free Appetizer or Dessert during the week of Veterans Day with military ID or proof of service. Vets may choose from a select list of appetizers and desserts.
- Red Robin, Free Red?s Tavern Double and Bottomless Steak Fries for all Red Robin guests with a military ID or proof of service.
- Sizzler Restaurants, Free lunch served until 4pm. Choice of 3 entrees, and a free coffee, tea, or fountain drink. Not valid for salad bar or gratuity. Valid with proof of military service.
- Starbucks, Free tall brewed coffee for active duty, veterans, and their spouses.
- Texas Roadhouse, Free lunch event to honor the men and women of our armed forces. Choose from one of 10 free meals, plus sides and a soft drink, coffee, or tea. Offer good for All veterans ? including all active, retired or former U.S. military.
- T.G.I. Free lunch for all current military members and veterans from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Valid ID or proof of service required. Dine-on only at participating locations. Be sure to contact your local T.G.I Friday?s for details.
- Tony Roma?s, Free half rack Baby Back Ribs at select Florida locations. For current and former military members with valid proof of service.
- Uno Chicago Grill, Free individual pizza or entr?e with the purchase of a pizza or entr?e of equal or greater value. Available for all active duty and veterans. No coupon necessary; proof of service required. Portion of your party?s check will go to benefit the Wounded Warrior Project, an awesome military charity.
- Chick-fil-A, Participating locations are offering a free meal to all veterans and those currently serving. ID required.
- East Coast Wings, Free Appetizer or Desert. Proof of service required.
- Einstein Bros Bagels, Free coffee. Available to all active duty members and veterans with ID or proof of service.
- Famous Dave?s, Free meal (one meat, a side and a corn muffin).
- Krispy Kreme ? Free doughnut and small coffee. Offer available to all active-duty, retirees, & veterans.
- Lone Star Steakhouse, All veterans and active duty military will be eligible for a free Starter. ID or proof of service required.
- Noah?s Bagels, Free coffee for active duty and veterans. Proof of service required. 
- Rib City, 50% Military Appreciation Meal Discount everyday to all Veterans and Active Duty Military. Eat in or carry out.
- Ruby Tuesday?s, Free appetizer at participating locations, proof of service required.
- Ruby?s Diner, Free Cinnamon Roll French toast until 11:30am. Valid for all military service members past and present. Coupon required.
- Souplantation,  Free meal with purchase of another regular priced meal. Available to current and former military members with valid ID. Available at all Souplantation and Sweet Tomatoes locations.

Note: Many more local restaurants honoring Veterans on Friday.  Check with local restaurants for details.  Proof of military service or former military service usually required (ID, DD214, other).
 
The website SOFREP, which is mostly a paid membership site, has removed its paywall for around the next month. Lots of great articles written almost exclusively by veterans, most special operations vets. Nobody covers veteran and military issues like this site. The link below is a short article about the loss of 6 SF soldiers over the past week. Rest in Peace:
https://sofrep.com/67086/the-regiment-loses-six-in-a-sad-week/
 
From: "Thomson, Lynda (FDNY)" <Lynda.Thomson@fdny.nyc.gov>
Date: November 21, 2016 at 11:52:36 AM EST
To: "Thomson, Lynda (FDNY)" <Lynda.Thomson@fdny.nyc.gov>
Subject: FW: Veterans Advisory Board: November 30th

    Kindly see the below email I received from Oswaldo Pereira of the NYC Department of Veterans Services.
They will be hosting their first Outreach MEETING. 
The only way to Solve a problem, is to let it be known.      Please send this out to anyone you feel might like to attend.    YOU Must R S V P.


PLEASE Do not respond to me:
Respond to:
ospereira@veterans.nyc.gov

Telephone # 212-442-6330

As Always Thank You .

Please note:
The Room NUMBER IS: 2208. The Correct Room Number is on the meeting notice.


From: Pereira, Oswaldo (DVS)
Sent: Monday, November 21, 2016 11:20
To: Pereira, Oswaldo (DVS)
Subject: Veterans Advisory Board: November 30th

Good Morning Veterans, Friends, Colleagues, and Coworkers,

On November 30, 2016, the NYC Department of Veteran Services (DVS) will be hosting the next Veterans Advisory Board Meeting. The meeting will be held at our headquarters, 1 Centre Street 22nd Floor #2088. The Meeting is to start at 6:30pm. This is the first meeting being held at the new DVS, and the first meeting held since I joined the team as the Community Outreach Manager. This is a great opportunity to meet all the rest of the new staff, check out the new digs, make your voices heard, and network with likeminded stakeholders.

We?ve worked together, side-by-side, in many previous veteran related ventures, please join me on the 30th and let?s continue pushing veteran initiatives into the forefront of citywide government. The power to hold this agency accountable is in our hands. Looking forward to seeing you all again.

One Team, One Fight.




From: Pereira, Oswaldo (DVS)
Sent: Wednesday, November 2, 2016 11:42 AM
Subject: Greetings

Good Morning Friends, Colleagues, and Coworkers,

I?m proud to announce that I am officially a member of the New York City Department of Veteran Services. I have joined the administration as the Community Outreach Manager. I write you this email as a general courtesy and to hand off my new contact information. You can reach me via email and phone during regular business hours: Mon-Fri 9:00am-5:00pm, and as always I can be reached 24/7 via my Twitter account; New York is the City that never sleeps, and neither should its government.  See contact info below.

One Team, One Fight!

Oswaldo M. Pereira
Community Outreach Manager
NYC Department of Veteran Services
Email: ospereira@veterans.nyc.gov
Phone: 646-799-6958
Twitter: @VeteransLiaison



 
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