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Veterans’ Day 2022: A Piece of Paper

Posted on November 11, 2022 by richp45198

Veterans’ Day is certainly a day where we veterans pause and reflect on whatever time we spent in the military and in whatever capacity. What is in my thoughts and heart this year is what a humbling spiritual journey it … Continue reading →

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Further Thoughts on Memorial Day

Posted on May 27, 2021 by richp45198

A combat veteran recently said to me “I hope to God nobody says ‘Happy Memorial Day’ to me. I’ll cuss ’em out!” Indeed this is not a happy day for many. Starting in late April/early May many combat veterans look … Continue reading →

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The Legacy of D-Day

Posted on June 6, 2019 by richp45198

On this date 75 years ago a dramatic assault by Allied troops against the Nazi regime was undertaken with the invasion of Normandy beaches. This event has been often retold in books and movies. Stephen Ambrose’s book on D-Day, the … Continue reading →

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