Tuesday, December 20, 2011

'Tis the Season

It's the time of year when many of our military members are not only missing their families but also the celebration of many holidays. For the deployed military members, they improvise holiday celebrations and share the spirit with each other and the peoples of many foreign lands.

The following picture is of Christmas in Thailand. Bang Pla, Thailand. Thai children greet Santa Claus upon his arrival at the Christmas party. SSG Nicolas Thomas, re-enlistment and training NCO, Co "A", 325th Sig Bn, 29th Sig Gp, 1st Sig Bde, portrays Santa. 20 Dec 1969.


This picture is from here.   To see more pictures of our military celebrating Christmas in various countries during numerous wars and conflicts visit: http://www.history.army.mil/html/reference/holidays/index.html


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Wednesday, December 7, 2011

In Memory of WWII

On this anniversary of the bombing of Pearl Harbor, we should remember those who gave their lives in WWII. This video is a short synopsis of this time.