Category Archives: All about Veterans

vA–MAKING VETS MISERABLE FOR TWO CENTURIES.

Posted on May 25, 2012 by asknod

Ah, yes. The vA. This is the unofficial 200 year centennial for this exalted Administration. In it’s earliest incarnation after the War of 1812, pensions were first awarded for long and faithful service as well as being maimed to the … Continue reading →

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WAR IS HELL BUT COMBAT IS SOMETHING ELSE

Posted on May 21, 2012 by asknod

This from the mosquito infested streets of Battle Creek and our esteemed member Bobster(and his merry krewe). The gentleman says it quite well. A little Yellow River on the Indians might have been rude, crude, socially unattractive-not to mention boorish- … Continue reading →

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PTSD INFO FROM THE VVA

Posted on May 20, 2012 by asknod

Here’s an intriguing read on how the vA and by extension, the military shortsheets the Vet’s bed. It’s almost criminal. Wait. It is criminal. It’s been going on as long as I can remember. I know because I got a … Continue reading →

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Does the VA retaliate?

Posted on May 19, 2012 by joeaveragevet

Often Veterans ask, “Does the VA retaliate”, or is the VA just another ineptocracy: (in-ep-toc’-ra-cy) – a system of government where the least capable to lead are elected by the least capable of producing, and where the members of society … Continue reading →

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Hyperdrive Fences

Posted on May 18, 2012 by asknod

Ever had an electric fence? Ever bumped into one? This one, sent in by Member Robert is absolutely the best one I’ve read in years. The title on the email said I’d laugh until I cried. He wasn’t lying. If … Continue reading →

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Marine Wounded Warriors Battalion

Posted on May 18, 2012 by asknod

Camp Lejeune  is back in the news again and this time it’s not because of something in the water. I always worry about public appearances and perceptions of Veterans where they are used as poster material. When we came home … Continue reading →

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Terry W. Lindsey-Milestones

Posted on May 13, 2012 by asknod

Another Vietnam Veteran bites the dust at 58 years old. Pretty soon we’ll all be gone and the  vA can declare jetguns the cause of HCV. Rest in Peace Terry. A grateful nation of Vets salutes you and mourns your … Continue reading →

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GREEN DOLLARS

Posted on May 9, 2012 by asknod

Member Tom spotted this and, being a Marine through and through, felt it belonged here. I agree: Think about these…… As you open your pockets for the next caller pleading for your donation, please keep these facts in mind: · The … Continue reading →

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K-Vet Shoots Intruder

Posted on May 9, 2012 by asknod

Eighty four year old Fred Ricciutti from Elizabeth, Pennsylvania never figured he’d be punching holes in anybody with his service issue weapon again. Nevertheless the other morning in the wee hours, he had occasion to do just that. It seems one Raymond … Continue reading →

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ANC-Funeral For Gary Lupole

Posted on May 8, 2012 by asknod

The funeral for Gary Lupole at Arlington National Cemetery is scheduled for tomorrow at 1300 hrs. A grateful Nation will honor one of its Fallen on Gen. Robert E. Lee’s former plantation overlooking the Potomac. Our thoughts will be with HCVets founder … Continue reading →

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