Calling All Military Members!
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zmanjohn
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First of all, Thank you all for your service to all those who had served.
I too am one of those. I spent my carrer in the USAF, although we were considered the weekend warriors (ANG) Air National Guard. For those of you who may not know, you are basically on call 24/7/365, you are state activated and can go anywhere the military goes. I was an AGE Mechanic, so shout out to fellow AGE Ranger. I was with the 180th Fighter Wing, Toldeo OH for some 22 years when I finaly retired, could not take the military/civillian lifestyle any more with all the deployments to the sandbox.. it gets old leaving your family and full time civillian jobs behind. I would not have traded my time for anything. I had worked with and met with a great bunch of guys.
Go DINSTAAR! AGE Ranger
I too am one of those. I spent my carrer in the USAF, although we were considered the weekend warriors (ANG) Air National Guard. For those of you who may not know, you are basically on call 24/7/365, you are state activated and can go anywhere the military goes. I was an AGE Mechanic, so shout out to fellow AGE Ranger. I was with the 180th Fighter Wing, Toldeo OH for some 22 years when I finaly retired, could not take the military/civillian lifestyle any more with all the deployments to the sandbox.. it gets old leaving your family and full time civillian jobs behind. I would not have traded my time for anything. I had worked with and met with a great bunch of guys.
Go DINSTAAR! AGE Ranger
RevitalizeAutoSpa
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Nothing but respect for the Reserve Components - particularly senior leaders. I don't know how the Company Commanders\1SGs do it. The ridiculous amount of work we have on the active duty side, but transferred to being on top of a regular job... Oof.
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We do it all at home late into the night after we get off work . The tax payer gets WAY more than their money's worth as very little of that time is ever paid.
Trey@Autogeek
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US Army
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2006-2012
91B(63B when I initially enlisted) Light Wheel Vehicle Mechanic then changed my MOS to 27D Paralegal Specialist
Served with the 2nd Brigade 1st Infantry Division in Iraq from 2008-2009
For my Grandfather's (Navy and Air Force) and my brother's (both Army) who served before me and my little brother currently serving in the Army, respect and appreciation to all members of the armed forces both past and present.
Also, from a veterans point of view, thank you to everyone who supports us. Every time I have someone say to me "Thank you for your service," I always reply "Thank you for your support." Knowing that a total stranger appreciates the sacrifices we make means a lot. To me, it means more than any medal, coin, or certificate I received while I served.
SPC(P) E-4
2006-2012
91B(63B when I initially enlisted) Light Wheel Vehicle Mechanic then changed my MOS to 27D Paralegal Specialist
Served with the 2nd Brigade 1st Infantry Division in Iraq from 2008-2009
For my Grandfather's (Navy and Air Force) and my brother's (both Army) who served before me and my little brother currently serving in the Army, respect and appreciation to all members of the armed forces both past and present.
Also, from a veterans point of view, thank you to everyone who supports us. Every time I have someone say to me "Thank you for your service," I always reply "Thank you for your support." Knowing that a total stranger appreciates the sacrifices we make means a lot. To me, it means more than any medal, coin, or certificate I received while I served.
mcate
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Cate, Michael FC1(SW) US Navy (Retired). 1987-2007, 1119 AN/SPY-1B Radar System Technician, 1105 Aegis Weapon System Technician. Plankowner on USS Monterey CG-61 & USS Mahan DDG-72.
Also, my son is an Ensign (supply type) currently deployed to the Meditteranean onboard USS Samuel B Roberts FFG-58.
Also, my son is an Ensign (supply type) currently deployed to the Meditteranean onboard USS Samuel B Roberts FFG-58.
sublimemoment
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US Navy, STS3(SS) currently aboard the USS Georgia SSGN 729. Been in for 3.5 years. Stationed in Kings Bay, GA.
RevitalizeAutoSpa
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One of the big ones. Nice.
RTexasF
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USN 1968-1972 Air Traffic Controller / GCA Specialist
USS ESSEX CVS-9 Quonset Point NAS Rhode Island Home Port
Barber's Point NAS Hawaii
At the time this was the oldest aircraft carrier in the world still on full active duty. It was built BEFORE the carrier my father was on in WWII.
I was one of those on deck for this shot......
Witnessed these live:
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USS ESSEX CVS-9 Quonset Point NAS Rhode Island Home Port
Barber's Point NAS Hawaii
At the time this was the oldest aircraft carrier in the world still on full active duty. It was built BEFORE the carrier my father was on in WWII.
I was one of those on deck for this shot......
Witnessed these live:
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Gunny Fitz
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Small world !!
Hey this thread is really turning out GREAT here guys!
Its so good to see so many military members here and look what a small world it is, this member Buddiiee even knew who I was from Iraq! Sent you a PM reply Buddiiee so be sure to check it.
I was probably known as a #### there since we fell under Army command and they do things a bit different for sure! Like call their First Sergeant a "Top" which in the Corps is strictly forbidden as all Marines here know! It drove me so nuts I had to stop fighting everyone who called me that and just gave up! LMAO!
Keep the posts coming guys! If any of you need military discount hook ups on wheels and tires for ANY vehicle shoot me (no pun) a PM and I will steer you in right direction to a VERY good friend of mine who will surely take care of you all.
Thanks to EVERYONE for your service and also a huge thank you to those non-military guys here who posted their kind comments too, that truly means a lot to me and I am sure us all. :dblthumb2:
Here's a couple more pics for ya all.
Hey this thread is really turning out GREAT here guys!
Its so good to see so many military members here and look what a small world it is, this member Buddiiee even knew who I was from Iraq! Sent you a PM reply Buddiiee so be sure to check it.
I was probably known as a #### there since we fell under Army command and they do things a bit different for sure! Like call their First Sergeant a "Top" which in the Corps is strictly forbidden as all Marines here know! It drove me so nuts I had to stop fighting everyone who called me that and just gave up! LMAO!
Keep the posts coming guys! If any of you need military discount hook ups on wheels and tires for ANY vehicle shoot me (no pun) a PM and I will steer you in right direction to a VERY good friend of mine who will surely take care of you all.
Thanks to EVERYONE for your service and also a huge thank you to those non-military guys here who posted their kind comments too, that truly means a lot to me and I am sure us all. :dblthumb2:
Here's a couple more pics for ya all.
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Re: Small world !!
Is that your retirement shadowbox Gunny? I don't think I've ever seen one like that, it's really cool!
Hey this thread is really turning out GREAT here guys!
Its so good to see so many military members here and look what a small world it is, this member Buddiiee even knew who I was from Iraq! Sent you a PM reply Buddiiee so be sure to check it.
I was probably known as a #### there since we fell under Army command and they do things a bit different for sure! Like call their First Sergeant a "Top" which in the Corps is strictly forbidden as all Marines here know! It drove me so nuts I had to stop fighting everyone who called me that and just gave up! LMAO!
Keep the posts coming guys! If any of you need military discount hook ups on wheels and tires for ANY vehicle shoot me (no pun) a PM and I will steer you in right direction to a VERY good friend of mine who will surely take care of you all.
Thanks to EVERYONE for your service and also a huge thank you to those non-military guys here who posted their kind comments too, that truly means a lot to me and I am sure us all. :dblthumb2:
Here's a couple more pics for ya all.
Is that your retirement shadowbox Gunny? I don't think I've ever seen one like that, it's really cool!
Gunny Fitz
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Sure is man!
I NEVER saw anything like that in my career either and was shocked when they dragged it out during my retirement party too! The cammies are actually the ones I wore in Iraq and they bought a new set of blues just for the shadowbox, along with all new polished medals and ribbons too!
Needless to say its quite a sight to see hanging on my wall. THANK YOU!!
I NEVER saw anything like that in my career either and was shocked when they dragged it out during my retirement party too! The cammies are actually the ones I wore in Iraq and they bought a new set of blues just for the shadowbox, along with all new polished medals and ribbons too!
Needless to say its quite a sight to see hanging on my wall. THANK YOU!!
Mike@DedicatedPerfection
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That shadow box is wicked cool!
RevitalizeAutoSpa
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Re: Small world !!
I keep getting posted places where there are Marines everywhere - first Fort Sill, OK and now Fort Gordon, GA. The Marine barracks is right next to my barracks, and I constantly use the Marines as examples for my Soldiers of proper D&C, customs and courtesies, and how to sound the hell off...
Hey this thread is really turning out GREAT here guys!
Its so good to see so many military members here and look what a small world it is, this member Buddiiee even knew who I was from Iraq! Sent you a PM reply Buddiiee so be sure to check it.
I was probably known as a #### there since we fell under Army command and they do things a bit different for sure! Like call their First Sergeant a "Top" which in the Corps is strictly forbidden as all Marines here know! It drove me so nuts I had to stop fighting everyone who called me that and just gave up! LMAO!
Keep the posts coming guys! If any of you need military discount hook ups on wheels and tires for ANY vehicle shoot me (no pun) a PM and I will steer you in right direction to a VERY good friend of mine who will surely take care of you all.
Thanks to EVERYONE for your service and also a huge thank you to those non-military guys here who posted their kind comments too, that truly means a lot to me and I am sure us all. :dblthumb2:
Here's a couple more pics for ya all.
I keep getting posted places where there are Marines everywhere - first Fort Sill, OK and now Fort Gordon, GA. The Marine barracks is right next to my barracks, and I constantly use the Marines as examples for my Soldiers of proper D&C, customs and courtesies, and how to sound the hell off...
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dad07
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Very cool thread indeed!
US Army....active 1983-1987 63D (self propelled artillery mechanic)big guns M110 howitzers
US Army Reserves 1987-1991 63B.......also the only person in the unit able to operate a M911.
received a ARCOM in 1988 for field expediency.....while in Honduras.
US Army....active 1983-1987 63D (self propelled artillery mechanic)big guns M110 howitzers
US Army Reserves 1987-1991 63B.......also the only person in the unit able to operate a M911.
received a ARCOM in 1988 for field expediency.....while in Honduras.
Gunny Fitz
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Wicked !!!
Lmfao!
First of all thanks for the compliment my friend!
Secondly, I laughed because of the word "wicked cool" you used which is TOTALLY an East Coast Mass, CT, jersey type word I great up with in every conversation and multiple times in a sentence as well-lol. Brings back great memories and just wanted to thank you for making me laugh and smile, along with the nice comment on the shadow box!
Semper Fidelis everyone!
Gunny out..........
Ps. I inquired with Meghan the administrator about one of my previous questions. Im sure many of you who are on other forums know what I mean by having those cool "Thank You" or "Like" buttons someone can hit if they like or agree with a post thats made to give props out to the member who wrote it. She stated that unfortunately they dont have the ability to add something like this to this forum but that you can use the "rate" button to show how you like a thread, not the particular post from someone. I guess this just makes one write a small reply on anything?
Thought id pass that one folks. That is it, have a super weekend and get some nice detailing done out there if your weather permits!
Lmfao!
First of all thanks for the compliment my friend!
Secondly, I laughed because of the word "wicked cool" you used which is TOTALLY an East Coast Mass, CT, jersey type word I great up with in every conversation and multiple times in a sentence as well-lol. Brings back great memories and just wanted to thank you for making me laugh and smile, along with the nice comment on the shadow box!
Semper Fidelis everyone!
Gunny out..........
Ps. I inquired with Meghan the administrator about one of my previous questions. Im sure many of you who are on other forums know what I mean by having those cool "Thank You" or "Like" buttons someone can hit if they like or agree with a post thats made to give props out to the member who wrote it. She stated that unfortunately they dont have the ability to add something like this to this forum but that you can use the "rate" button to show how you like a thread, not the particular post from someone. I guess this just makes one write a small reply on anything?
Thought id pass that one folks. That is it, have a super weekend and get some nice detailing done out there if your weather permits!