tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7917086653375498792024-03-12T19:37:10.798-07:00MOPH Chapter 711 MOPH CHAPTER 711http://www.blogger.com/profile/00101751245884570468noreply@blogger.comBlogger231125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-791708665337549879.post-39706003773425620462020-05-26T18:03:00.001-07:002020-05-26T18:03:58.701-07:00HGTV, Forever Home. <div class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; vertical-align: baseline;">
<span style="border: 1pt none windowtext; font-size: 12pt; padding: 0in;">My name is Jacqui and I</span><span style="border: 1pt none windowtext; font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; padding: 0in;">’</span><span style="border: 1pt none windowtext; font-size: 12pt; padding: 0in;">m one of the Casting Producers working on the Property Brothers</span><span style="border: 1pt none windowtext; font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; padding: 0in;"> </span><span style="border: 1pt none windowtext; font-size: 12pt; padding: 0in;"> new show for HGTV, Forever Home. </span><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="border: 1pt none windowtext; font-size: 12pt; padding: 0in;">The Property Brothers are looking to help a military family renovate their forever home! We're currently virtually scouting for a family that lives in and around the <span style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial;">Las Vegas area. </span></span><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="border: 1pt none windowtext; font-size: 12pt; padding: 0in;">We would love your help with our search. We're hoping you and your organization could distribute our casting link to those who might be interested in this unique opportunity. </span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 12pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="border: 1pt none windowtext; font-size: 12pt; padding: 0in;">Is this something you would be able to help with? If so, I can send you the casting link! Please let me know if you have any questions. And I look forward to speaking with you. </span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 12pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="border: 1pt none windowtext; font-size: 12pt; padding: 0in;">Have a great long weekend and stay safe, </span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 12pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="border: 1pt none windowtext; font-size: 12pt; padding: 0in;">Thank you so much for your response and for your help!</span><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="border: 1pt none windowtext; font-size: 12pt; padding: 0in;">Here is the link with more information on the casting call. We're hoping you and your organization could distribute our casting link to those who might be interested in this unique opportunity. Any families that are interested can <u>apply by following the link below</u>:</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 12pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="border: 1pt none windowtext; font-size: 12pt; padding: 0in;">Talk soon and stay safe,</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 12pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<br />grumpiebobhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08232437283704353061noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-791708665337549879.post-53726244539946240792019-08-14T11:08:00.004-07:002019-08-14T11:08:59.627-07:00Veterans Care Package Drive<br />
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<br />grumpiebobhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08232437283704353061noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-791708665337549879.post-83969748343826207432019-05-24T08:17:00.002-07:002019-05-24T08:17:34.256-07:0075th Anniversary Of d-Day Landing<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: 14pt;">On <b>Sunday, March 3</b></span><b><sup><span style="font-size: 9.5pt;">rd</span></sup></b><span style="font-size: 14pt;">, the movie, </span><b><span style="font-family: inherit, serif; font-size: 16pt;">IMMORTAL WARS RESURGENCE</span></b><span style="font-size: 12pt;">, </span><span style="font-size: 14pt;">will premiere at AMC Town Square Theater, 6587 Las Vegas Blvd, So, LV 89119. This is a sci-fi movie produced in Las Vegas. The “red carpet” will be rolled out at 6:00pm. </span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 14pt;">The movie producers will salute the Southern Nevada chapters of the </span><b><span style="color: #7030a0; font-size: 14.0pt; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">Military Order of the Purple Heart</span></b><span style="color: #7030a0; font-size: 14.0pt; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"> </span><span style="font-size: 14pt;">at the premiere and depending on the number of paid attendees, we may receive a nice financial contribution too. The theater room will seat 430 and they anticipate a nearly full house. They will also provide us a table at the entrance to the room for MOPH literature at which we may place a <b>donations jar, </b>distribute violas, greet the movie-goers, answer questions, etc.</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 14pt;">Today I met with Joe Lujan (Director/Writer/Producer) and Robert Larson (Executive Producer) of Carcass Studios, who advised me the film will only be shown in Las Vegas on March 3rd and then in a few other select cities. In June, DVDs of the film will be available for purchase at Wal-Mart, Target and other retail outlets. The DVDs generate the revenue to the film studio; not the premieres, which are for promotion and publicity. FYI, tickets must be pre-purchased online (no tickets sold at the theater) for $15. See <b>Carcass Studios </b>on Facebook for more information. </span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 14pt;">I would like five patriots from Chapter 711 and five from Chapter 730 inappropriate attire to attend and help at the premiere (comp tickets for these ten). We will need representation at the MOPH table, literature for the table, violas, Donation jar (Chap 711), the US and MOPH flags at the table (Chap 711) and a US flag on the stage (Chap 730) for the Pledge of Allegiance prior to the showing. Those ten patriots should be at the AMC Town Square Theater by 5:30 pm to set-up. Doors open to the public at 6:00 pm, film will be shown from 7:20 pm to 9:20 pm, preceded by Pledge of Allegiance and remarks by the producers and perhaps some of the cast.</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 14pt;">Robert Serge, You should be receiving an email or call from the producers with information, artwork and a short preview of the film for Chapter 711 website, facebook page, and your blog. </span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 14pt;">Dan Peterson, please contact Robert Serge (702 715-0558, rserge1@outlook.com) if you wish to post on Chapter 730 website, etc.</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">Hello Robert, Len ask for me to send artwork and the trailer to our film 'The Immortal Wars: Resurgence” for marketing and promotions. Attached is the film poster and trailer. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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As part of a week-long schedule of activities to celebrate and honor Vietnam veterans, on Wednesday, November 14, at 2:00 pm, at the William G. McGowan Theater, former Senator and Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel will deliver remarks for a program on support and resources for Vietnam veterans.<br /><br />Expert panelists include Rick Weidman, ED for Policy and Government Affairs for VVA, and Dr. Linda Schwartz, VVA Special Advisor.</div>
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As reported November 12 by Beatrice Peterson for ABC News, More than 40 years after the end of the Vietnam War, children of the men and women who served say they are battling a new war for benefits as they grapple with the impact of toxic exposure which has wreaked havoc on their lives.</div>
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<br />The release of the National Academies report <em>Veterans and Agent Orange: Update 11</em> (2018) will take place at 11am EST on Thursday, November 15, 2018. This update— the result of our years-long grassroots effort which resulted in the passage of the Toxic Exposure Research Act on December 16, 2016—includes the panel’s opinion of the feasibility to study the generational health effect of military toxic exposures. Copies of the report will be available for free download in PDF format from links found at <a href="https://www.nap.edu/catalog/25137" style="color: #1270af; text-size-adjust: 100%;" target="_blank">https://www.nap.edu/catalog/25137</a> (link only available after November 15).<br /><br />A briefing on the report’s content is scheduled for November 15 from 11:00 am to noon EST at the Keck Center of the National Academies (500 Fifth Street, NW, Washington, DC 20001), Room 101. This briefing will also be broadcast over the web—remote participants will be able to view slides, hear the presentation, and participate in the question-and-answer session that follows.<br /><br />To view the report briefing, join <u><a href="https://nasem.zoom.us/j/552288898" style="color: #1270af; text-size-adjust: 100%;" target="_blank">here</a></u> or through the details below:<br />Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android: <u><a href="https://nasem.zoom.us/j/552288898" style="color: #1270af; text-size-adjust: 100%;">https://nasem.zoom.us/j/552288898</a></u><br />Or iPhone one-tap :<br /> US: +16465588656,,552288898# or +16699006833,,552288898# Or Telephone:<br /> Dial(for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location):<br /> US: +1 646 558 8656 or +1 669 900 6833 or +1 855 880 1246 (Toll Free) or +1 877 853 5257 (Toll Free)<br /> Meeting ID: 552 288 898<br /> International numbers available: <u><a href="https://zoom.us/u/ad0u6jmmt0" style="color: #1270af; text-size-adjust: 100%;">https://zoom.us/u/ad0u6jmmt0</a></u><br /><br />All are welcome; interested persons who are outside the Washington, DC area are encouraged to participate via the web.</div>
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grumpiebobhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08232437283704353061noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-791708665337549879.post-36596476588937863022018-10-19T13:13:00.000-07:002018-10-19T13:18:06.023-07:00Soldier uses school project to combat suicide<b>Soldier uses school project to combat suicide </b><br />
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<b></b>Ohio Army National Guard Capt. Michael Barnes talks to a Soldier about the Ohio Vet 2 Vet Network, a website and mobile app with information and resources for military veterans and their families to combat the risk factors of suicide among veterans. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Michael Carden)<br />
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COLUMBUS, Ohio — during his career with the Ohio National Guard, Capt. Michael Barnes has had many opportunities to lead fellow Soldiers through a deployment as well as numerous training exercises. He’s also taken to heart the leadership philosophy of taking care of his Soldiers’ mental health and well-being. <br />
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As part of his coursework for a master’s degree in nursing, Ohio Army National Guard Capt. Michael Barnes has created the Ohio Vet 2 Vet Network, a website and mobile app with information and resources for military veterans and their families to combat the risk factors of suicide among veterans. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Michael Carden)<br />
“I helped my first suicidal Soldier in basic training back in 1993,” Barnes said. “When I was in my company command, I counseled at least a dozen Soldiers expressing suicidal ideations. It is then that I truly began to realize how bad the issue was and also how suited I was to help.”<br />
Barnes is channeling his passion for helping veterans to get a master’s degree in nursing, which will allow him to specialize as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. As part of his coursework, Barnes has created a website and mobile app to, as his website states, “bring together a wealth of information and resources to combat the risk factors of suicide.”<br />
“I’ve known veterans who have committed suicide and I’ve heard my military brothers and sisters say, ‘I wish that I could have done more.’ I have even said it myself. The problem is that we say it in the moment and then move on with our lives. I decided I was no longer going to move on with my life without doing something,” Barnes said.<br />
With his <a href="http://ohiovet2vetnetwork.com/">Ohio Vet 2 Vet Network</a>, Barnes’ goal is to create a nonprofit, build a network of peer-to-peer support groups and, eventually, establish transitional housing and a counseling center. For now, he’s gathered resource links related to topics that can be risk factors for suicide, such as post-traumatic stress disorder, homelessness and access to health care.<br />
Barnes estimates he’s put in more than 150 hours of work into the project. His professor for the course at The Ohio State University, Judy Donegan, calls the project “remarkable” and plans to have him present it to health professionals during national conferences.<br />
He’s done a remarkable job of bringing his own passion for his fellow veterans to life for those of us who are not military,” she said. “I want my students to do projects that have meaning, not just projects for a class that will go in a cupboard and sit there. My mantra is you can change the world one person at a time, and that is what Mike’s doing.”<br />
According to a <a href="https://www.va.gov/opa/pressrel/pressrelease.cfm?id=2807">U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs study</a>, an average of 20 U.S. military veterans take their own lives every day. Barnes will be marketing his app to military groups, social workers, and shelters and charities that assist veterans.<br />
“In the military, you’re taught to be strong,” he said. “Veterans are hesitant to reach out and ask for help. I want to provide them with easy access to help when they’re ready to ask.”<br />
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grumpiebobhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08232437283704353061noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-791708665337549879.post-49954191044438585212018-08-25T19:28:00.000-07:002018-08-25T19:31:49.751-07:00Statement by Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Joseph F. Dunford, Jr. on the Passing of Senator John McCain<p> <p>08/25/2018 08:42 PM CDT <hr size="1" noshade> <p><strong>IMMEDIATE RELEASE</strong><br><strong>No. NR-248-18<br>Aug. 25, 2018</strong> <hr size="1" noshade> <p>Statement by Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Joseph F. Dunford, Jr. on the Passing of Senator John McCain <p>Statement by Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Joseph F. Dunford, Jr.:<br>"Senator McCain exemplified what it means to be a warrior and dedicated public servant. Both as a naval officer and as a member of Congress, he was a lifelong and tireless advocate for the men and women of the U.S. military. </p> <p><br>"He traveled the world to meet personally with Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, Marines and Coast Guardsmen, to hear what they had to say, and to see firsthand our military in action on the front lines. Senator McCain recognized the sacrifice and hardships military members and their families can experience and proudly served as their champion in Congress. He visited our nation's wounded warriors around the country to offer encouragement and to thank them for their service. Through his tenacious and selfless leadership in the Senate, he fought hard to ensure our Armed Forces remained strong and had the support and resources needed to succeed when placed in harm's way.</p> <p><br>"While we mourn Senator McCain's passing, we are eternally grateful for his distinguished service to our nation, his advocacy of the U.S. military, and the incredible example he set for us all."</p>grumpiebobhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08232437283704353061noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-791708665337549879.post-41901739842863618102018-08-20T08:45:00.003-07:002018-08-20T08:45:33.314-07:00 STAND UP FOR BILL (And Other Veterans and Their Families)<div align="center" class="Body" style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 14.85px; text-align: center;">
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1. Directs the Veterans Administration (VA) and the Nevada Department of Veterans Services to create free, accredited continuing professional education (CPE) for civilian health care workers and paramedical case workers (including social workers and chaplains) on veterans health issues. <o:p></o:p></div>
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2. Directs all health care providers to change their intake forms and health questionnaires to ask if patients “had any US military service” in order to “begin the conversation”. Self identified veterans should be asked to fill out an additional military questionnaire. A proposed format is available.<o:p></o:p></div>
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4. Directs the VA and the Nevada Department of Veterans Services to use public service announcements and other media to reach out to veterans and their families to inform them about presumed connected disabilities and report back to the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, the Nevada state governor and the veterans legislative committee annually on the effectiveness of these techniques. <o:p></o:p></div>
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7. Directs the VA and the Nevada Department of Veterans Services to contact civilian support groups that routinely work with people who have one of the presumed connected disabilities (e.g. the American Heart Association, the American Lung Association or the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society) and work with them to identify veterans, <b><i>children</i></b> and <b><i>grandchildren</i></b> who have a disease presumed connected to military service. Identified veterans and family members should be referred to designated VA resources. Records of these referrals should be rolled up to the governor, state legislative affairs committee and the Secretary of Veterans Affairs on a yearly basis. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>WE MUST ACT NOW</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="position: relative; top: 1pt;">•<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span>We must make sure that Vietnam Veterans who have a presumed connected disease take full advantage of the benefits that they earned by their service to our country.<b><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<span style="position: relative; top: 1pt;">•<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span>We must make sure that Vietnam Veteran survivors have access to the benefits that their loved one earned by their service to our country.<b><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<span style="position: relative; top: 1pt;">•<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span>We must make sure that veterans from other conflicts such as the Korean War, the Gulf War, Iraq War, the war in Afghanistan, certain defense department projects and Camp Lejeune know about the diseases and disabilities presumed connected to their military service.<b><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<span style="position: relative; top: 1pt;">•<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><i>We must act now to protect the <b>children</b> and <b>grandchildren</b> of veterans who were exposed to toxic substances during their military service</i><i><span style="font-size: 12pt;">.</span><b><o:p></o:p></b></i></div>
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<b><i><span style="font-size: 10pt;">The VA has recognized certain cancers and other health problems as presumptive diseases associated with </span></i></b><span class="Hyperlink0"><a href="https://www.publichealth.va.gov/exposures/agentorange/locations/index.asp" style="color: #6699cc; text-decoration-line: none;"><b><i><span style="color: #0b6cb2; font-size: 10pt;">exposure to Agent Orange or other herbicides</span></i></b></a></span><b><i><span style="font-size: 10pt;"> during military service. Veterans and their survivors may be eligible for benefits for these diseases.<o:p></o:p></span></i></b></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; position: relative; top: 1pt;">•<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><span class="Hyperlink1"><a href="https://www.publichealth.va.gov/exposures/agentorange/conditions/al_amyloidosis.asp" style="color: #6699cc; text-decoration-line: none;"><b><span lang="PT" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0b6cb2; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">AL Amyloidosis</span></b></a></span><b><span style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #0b6cb2; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; position: relative; top: 1pt;">•<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><span style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #444444; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">A rare disease caused when an abnormal protein, amyloid, enters tissues or organs<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; position: relative; top: 1pt;">•<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><span style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #444444; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">A type of cancer which affects white blood cells<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; position: relative; top: 1pt;">•<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><span style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #444444; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">A skin condition that occurs soon after exposure to chemicals and looks like common forms of acne seen in teenagers. Under VA's rating regulations, it must be at least 10 percent disabling within one year of exposure to herbicides.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; position: relative; top: 1pt;">•<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><span style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #444444; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">A malignant lymphoma (cancer) characterized by progressive enlargement of the lymph nodes, liver, and spleen, and by progressive anemia<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; position: relative; top: 1pt;">•<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><span style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #444444; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">A disease characterized by a reduced supply of blood to the heart, that leads to chest pain also called coronary artery disease<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; position: relative; top: 1pt;">•<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><span style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #444444; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">A cancer of plasma cells, a type of white blood cell in bone marrow<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><a href="https://www.blogs.va.gov/VAntage/date/2018/07/26/" title="View all posts in 2018/07/26"><span style="color: #205493; font-family: "arial narrow" , "sans-serif";"> </span><span style="border: 1pt none; color: #205493; font-family: "arial narrow" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; padding: 0in;">Posted on</span><span style="color: #205493; font-family: "arial narrow" , "sans-serif";"> Thursday, July 26, 2018, 1:22 pm</span></a> <span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Posted in</span><a href="https://www.blogs.va.gov/VAntage/category/benefits/" title="View all posts under Benefits category"><span style="color: #205493; font-family: "arial narrow" , "sans-serif";"> Benefits</span></a>, <a href="https://www.blogs.va.gov/VAntage/category/education/" title="View all posts under Education category"><span style="color: #205493; font-family: "arial narrow" , "sans-serif";">Education</span></a> <span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">by</span><a href="https://www.blogs.va.gov/VAntage/author/vantage-point-contributor/" title="View all posts by VAntagePoint Contributor"><span style="color: #205493; font-family: "arial narrow" , "sans-serif";"> VAntage Point Contributor</span></a> <a href="https://www.blogs.va.gov/VAntage/50807/purple-heart-recipients-short-on-qualifying-service-for-post-9-11-gi-bill-to-receive-full-education-benefits/#comments" title="2 comments"><span style="color: #205493; font-family: "arial narrow" , "sans-serif";"> 2 comments</span></a> <a href="https://www.blogs.va.gov/VAntage/50807/purple-heart-recipients-short-on-qualifying-service-for-post-9-11-gi-bill-to-receive-full-education-benefits/" title="31 views"><span style="color: #205493; font-family: "arial narrow" , "sans-serif";"> 31 views</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">If you’ve received a Purple Heart Medal for active duty service on or after Sept. 11, 2001, but didn’t qualify for full Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits because you didn’t have enough time in service, you’ll soon qualify for the full education benefit.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="https://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=791708665337549879" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"></a><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">A provision of the Harry W. Colmery Veterans Educational Assistance Act, known as the “Forever GI Bill,” extends education benefits to this group of Purple Heart recipients effective Aug. 1.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">If your length of active duty service hasn’t qualified you for Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits, being awarded a Purple Heart for service on or after Sept. 11, 2001, can qualify you for the 100 percent tier of benefits. This provision is one small way to recognize the sacrifice of this special group, assuring they receive the benefits they have earned.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">To qualify for the full benefit, you must have received a Purple Heart on or after Sept. 11, 2001, and have been discharged or released honorably.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Start your education journey</span></b><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">If you haven’t explored your options to use your education benefits, you can start by visiting the <a href="https://www.vets.gov/gi-bill-comparison-tool/"><span style="color: #17499c;">GI Bill Comparison Tool.</span></a> You can see how to maximize your education value and look up the college, training school, or apprenticeship program you’re interested in attending. You can also see how much your GI Bill benefits will cover and if you’d have any out of pocket expenses.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">If you have any questions, please call 1–888-GI-BILL-1 (1–888–442–4551). If you use the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD), the Federal number is 711. You can also visit the <a href="https://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill/"><span style="color: #17499c;">GI Bill website</span></a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">As always, be sure to follow us on our <a href="https://www.facebook.com/gibillEducation/"><span style="color: #17499c;">Facebook</span></a> page and on Twitter <a href="https://twitter.com/VAVetBenefits"><span style="color: #17499c;">@VAVetBenefits</span></a>. These give you quick and helpful updates.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">About the author: Veterans Benefits Administration’s Education Service delivers GI Bill® education benefits to Veterans, service members, and their families. Since 1944, the GI Bill has helped millions of Veterans pay for college, graduate school, and training programs.</span></i><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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grumpiebobhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08232437283704353061noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-791708665337549879.post-14020356240038373682018-07-07T13:21:00.000-07:002018-08-04T13:42:39.362-07:00Minutes of 7 July Chapter 711 Meeting 2018<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: center;">
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meeting to order at 1000 hours 7 July 2018.</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> After the roll call of officers and the reading of the last
month’s meeting, the following subjects were covered,</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="border: none 1.0pt; color: #db626c; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; padding: 0in;">Three new members attended the
7 July meeting and we hope more will attend after our phone tree has alerted
members of where and when we meet.</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Our Jr. Vice Commander (Eddie
Kines) was saluted for the work he put in to coordinate Chapter 711's
participation for the 4 July Parade. Over 40,000 people attended the
parade.</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Clayton Harrold, our
Sergeant at arms, will coordinate with the VA Vet Center on Washington street
to see how best we can assist them. We stand ready to supply the center
with bottled water or anything else that is needed.</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Our Commander, Len
Yelinek, has ask for members to look at ways for the chapter to get together
for socials.</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Members were reminded
that Purple Heart Day is 7 August 2018. Chapter 711 will present Clark
County with a plaque and a Purpe Heart flag on that day. All veterans are
invited.</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">On 8 September
2018, Armed Forces and Veterans Day will be celebrated at Craig Ranch in
North Las Vegas.</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">The July meeting of
Chapter 11, MOPH was concluded at 1115 hours</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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grumpiebobhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08232437283704353061noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-791708665337549879.post-74110416239147646232018-07-04T14:47:00.000-07:002018-07-04T14:47:59.066-07:00Why Does America Celebrate The 4th Of July? SOMETIMES A REMINDER IS IN ORDER.<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 6.75pt;">
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<i><span style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #555555; font-family: Georgia, serif;">"An unlimited power to tax involves, necessarily, a power to destroy; because there is a limit beyond which no institution and no property can bear taxation." —John Marshall (1819) </span></i><span style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">"We are all born ignorant, but one must work very hard to stay </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: red; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">STUPID!"</span></b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: blue; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Benjamin Franklin</span></b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><br />Subject: Why Does America Celebrate The 4th Of July?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: blue; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">If you concur, please pass it on.</span></b><b><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";"> </span></b><b><span style="color: red; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">If NOT, just delete.</span></b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">Tomorrow is America's <b>242nd</b></span><b><span style="color: blue; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> Independence Day</span></b><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">, colloquially known as the </span><b><span style="color: blue; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Fourth of July</span></b><span style="color: blue; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">.</span><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";"> It is always celebrated with fireworks, parades, cookouts, and concerts.</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">But how did <b>July 4th</b> become the day? On that day in 1776, the Continental Congress ratified our Founding Fathers first founding document, the </span><b><span style="color: blue; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Declaration of Independence</span></b><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">. One of three documents known as the <b>Charters of Freedom</b>, the original </span><b><span style="color: blue; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Declaration of Independence</span></b><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";"> is displayed in the National Archives in Washington, D.C.</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">• The </span><b><span style="color: blue; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Declaration of Independence</span></b><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";"> announces a complete break with Great Britain and expresses the ideals on which the United States was founded: </span><b><span style="color: blue; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">“We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.”</span></b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">How it came to be</span></b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">• In the early 1770's, American colonists, under British rule, saw a pattern of increasing oppression, tyranny and corruption happening all around the world. The colonists elected delegates to attend a Continental Congress that eventually became the governing body of the union during the Revolution. Its second meeting convened in Philadelphia in 1775. In less than a year, most of the delegates abandoned hope of reconciliation with Great Britain. On June 7, 1776, <b>Richard Henry Lee</b> introduced a resolution</span><b><span style="color: blue; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> “that these united colonies are and of right ought to be free and independent states.”</span></b><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";"> They appointed a Committee of Five to write an announcement explaining the reasons for <b>independence</b>.<b> Thomas Jefferson of Virginia,</b> who chaired the committee and had established himself as a bold and talented political writer, wrote the first draft. Other members of the committee were: <b>John Adams of Massachusetts; Roger Sherman of Connecticut; Benjamin Franklin of Pennsylvania; and Robert R. Livingston of New York.</b></span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">• On June 11, 1776, Jefferson holed up in his Philadelphia boarding house and began to write. He borrowed freely from existing documents like the <b>Virginia Declaration of Rights</b> and incorporated accepted ideals of the <b>Enlightenment</b>. Jefferson later explained that </span><b><span style="color: blue; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">“he was not striving for the originality of principal or sentiment.”</span></b><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";"> Instead, he hoped his words served as an </span><b><span style="color: blue; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">“expression of the American mind.”</span></b><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";"> Less than three weeks after he’d begun, he presented his draft to Congress.</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">• On July 2, 1776, Congress voted to <b>declare independence</b>. Two days later, it ratified the text of the Declaration. <b>John Dunlap</b>, official printer to Congress, worked through the night to set the Declaration in type and print approximately <b>200 copies.</b> These copies, known as the </span><b><span style="color: blue; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Dunlap Broadsides</span></b><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">, were sent to various committees, assemblies and commanders of the Continental troops.</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">• One of the most widely held misconceptions about the Declaration is that it was signed on July 4, 1776, by all the delegates in attendance.</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">• By July 9, the action of Congress had been officially approved by all 13 colonies. On July 19, Congress ordered the Declaration be </span><b><span style="color: blue; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">"fairly engrossed on parchment, with the title and stile [sic] of 'The unanimous declaration of the thirteen United States of America,' and that the same, when engrossed, be signed by every member of Congress."</span></b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">• On Aug. 2, the journal of the Continental Congress records that <b>"The declaration of independence being engrossed and compared at the table was signed."</b></span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">• </span><b><span style="color: blue; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">John Hancock, the President of the Congress</span></b><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">, was the first to sign the sheet of parchment measuring 24¼ by 29¾ inches. He used a bold signature centered below the text. In accordance with prevailing custom, the other delegates began to sign at the right below the text, their signatures arranged according to the geographic location of the states they represented. New Hampshire, the northernmost state, began the list, and Georgia, the southernmost, ended it. Eventually, </span><b><span style="color: blue; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">56</span></b><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";"> delegates signed, although all were not present on Aug. 2.</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">• There is one line of text along the bottom edge on the back of the Declaration. It reads, </span><b><span style="color: blue; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">"Original Declaration of Independence dated 4th July 1776,"</span></b><span style="color: blue; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> </span><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">This docket (identifying label) was visible when the document was rolled up for storage.</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">Where has it been kept?</span></b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">• During the Revolutionary War, the original document traveled with the Continental Congress. Afterward, it was cared for by various departments of government in various locations — until its permanent home was constructed at the National Archives.</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">• Its locations over the years: Washington, D.C. (three sites): 1800-1814; Leesburg, VA: August-September 1814 (during the War of 1812, it was taken there and hidden as British troops ransacked and burned Washington, D.C.); Washington, D.C. (three sites): 1814-1841; Washington, D.C. (Patent Office Building): 1841-1876; Philadelphia: May-November 1876 (for the Centennial Exposition celebrating the nation's 100th birthday); Washington, D.C. (State, War, and Navy Building): 1877-1921; Washington, D.C. (Library of Congress): 1921-1941; Fort Knox*: 1941-1944 (for protection during World War II, except that the document was displayed on April 13, 1943, at the dedication of the Thomas Jefferson Memorial in Washington, DC.); Washington, D.C. (Library of Congress): 1944-1952; Washington, D.C. (National Archives): 1952-present.</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">• In 1820, the </span><b><span style="color: blue; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">original Declaration of Independence</span></b><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";"> was already showing signs of age. Secretary of State John Quincy Adams commissioned printer William J. Stone to make a full-size copperplate engraving. This plate was used to print copies of the Declaration. <b><u>The 1823 Stone engraving is the most frequently reproduced version of the Declaration.</u></b></span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">• <b>26 copies of the Dunlap broadside are known to exist today and are dispersed among American and British institutions and private owners.</b></span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">• In an event of historical coincidence, both Thomas Jefferson and John Adams died on July 4,1826: the </span><b><span style="color: blue; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">50th anniversary</span></b><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";"> of the Declaration of Independence. It is rumored that late in the afternoon before John Adams died, unaware of the passing of Jefferson, he said: “Thomas Jefferson survives.”</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">• Benjamin Franklin was the oldest signer at 70 years old. He was born on Jan. 17, 1706, in Boston.</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">• Two of the signers were 26 at the time of the signing. Edward Rutledge (Nov. 23, 1749) edged out Thomas Lynch Jr. (Aug. 5, 1749) by just over three months to be the youngest signer.</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">• Four signers were physicians, 24 were lawyers, and one was a printer. The remaining signers were mostly merchants or plantation owners. Two were also clergymen: John Witherspoon was a Presbyterian minister, and Lyman Hall was a pastor, teacher, and physician.</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">• Pennsylvania had the largest number of representatives with nine signers. The second largest group came from Virginia, which had seven signers.</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">• Eight signers were born in Europe. James Smith, George Taylor and Matthew Thorton were born in Ireland. Robert Morris and Button Gwinnett were born in England. James Wilson and John Witherspoon were born in Scotland. Finally, Francis Lewis was born in Wales</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="background: yellow; font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">Below is the full text of the</span></b><span style="background: yellow; font-family: "Comic Sans MS";"> </span><b><span style="background: yellow; color: blue; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Declaration of Independence. </span></b><b><span style="background: yellow; font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">Make a copy and gather your family around and read it out loud. Better yet, pass it around the gathered group to let every family member that can read, read it to it's end - to include reading the signatures. Then make it as much an annual ritual as Christmas, for your family on </span></b><b><span style="background: yellow; color: blue; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">July 4th</span></b><b><span style="background: yellow; font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">.</span></b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<strong><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Pecos Road/CC-215 bridge closure scheduled for </span></strong><strong><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: normal;">July 1</span></strong><b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><br />
</span></b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">VASNHS staff and Veterans will begin seeing major traffic changes around the VA Medical Center over the next year as the next phase of improvements begins on the Clark County 215 Beltway between North 5</span><sup><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 8pt;">th</span></sup><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"> Street and Lamb Boulevard. <br />
<br />The first impact will be felt on July 1 as the current bridge in front of the VA Medical Center at 215 and Pecos Road closes for approximately four months for demolition and construction of a new bridge.<br />
<br />Individuals traveling to VA Medical Center eastbound on the 215 from the Northwest will be able to exit at Pecos Road, but will need to use S. Lamb Blvd. or Losee Rd. to travel westbound on the 215 from the facility. <br />
<br />Individuals traveling to the facility westbound on the 215 from I-15 <u>will not</u> be able to exit at Pecos. They will need to exit at S. Lamb Blvd. or Losee Road. Pecos Road will be open to eastbound traffic toward I-15 on the 215 from the facility during this phase of construction.<br />
<br />Those traveling to the VA Medical Center on I-15 North from Las Vegas are advised to exit at Lamb Blvd and take E. Centennial Pkwy to Pecos Road.<br />
<br />Engineering, Public Affairs, and leadership will all work to keep staff and Veterans updated as construction progresses.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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grumpiebobhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08232437283704353061noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-791708665337549879.post-64403979720448625002018-05-16T12:45:00.000-07:002018-05-16T12:46:34.939-07:00Help Us Spread the Word: Free Half-Day Seminar on Military Sexual Trauma<p><br><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td></td></tr></tbody></table><p>Dear State Commander or Veteran Advocate, <p>NDVS, in partnership with the VA, will host a free, half-day seminar on Military Sexual Trauma (MST). The event will take place on Saturday, June 23 from 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM in the first floor auditorium of the VA Southern Nevada Health Care System building in North Las Vegas.<p>This informational seminar will be available to ALL, including survivors of Military Sexual Trauma as well as those who want to provide support to survivors.<p>The event is aimed at providing a greater understanding of MST as well as the resources and support available. The seminar will be led by MST experts Dr. Nicole Anders, Psy.D of Las Vegas and Dr. Brian Potts, Clinical Psychologist of Nellis Air Force Base.<p>To register and save your seat go to: <a href="http://bit.ly/2I9pkma"><b>http://bit.ly/2I9pkma</b></a><p>or call 702-486-5627.<p>Attached is a flyer that includes both the registration and contact information. Please help us spread the word about this upcoming event! <p>Respectfully,<p>Terri Hendry<table border="0" cellspacing="4" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td width="115" valign="top"><p><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-QcotAXuCCPQ/WvyKk4C9KJI/AAAAAAAA9Lg/lVpwAOGyx1U8XetIcJy0wLznLg2A7wmSQCHMYCw/s1600-h/clip_image002%255B3%255D"><img width="117" height="98" title="clip_image002" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" alt="clip_image002" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-U4i1kshtwLE/WvyKmF_vpPI/AAAAAAAA9Lk/ebc7HIOwwLcGpvUyInBkpaLXbnX7Ie-aACHMYCw/clip_image002_thumb?imgmax=800" border="0"></a></p></td><td><p><b>Terri Hendry, Communications Director</b><br>Nevada Department of Veterans Services <br>work: (775)825-9755<p>cell: (775)771-2800<br><u>hendryt@veterans.nv.gov</u><br> "Serving Nevada's Heroes"</p></td></tr></tbody></table>grumpiebobhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08232437283704353061noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-791708665337549879.post-60168968642986617592018-05-16T09:04:00.000-07:002018-05-16T09:06:15.080-07:00VA researchers have made amazing discoveries<p><b>VA researchers have made amazing discoveries</b><hr width="100%" size="0" align="center"><p><a href="https://www.blogs.va.gov/VAntage/author/hans-petersen/"><img width="69" height="69" title="clip_image001" style="margin: 0px; display: inline; background-image: none;" alt="clip_image001" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-KGUgfAIba9Y/WvxW72tudpI/AAAAAAAA9Iw/-BulHBK34d8d343zvUYOVKO49jd-TGPkwCHMYCw/clip_image001%255B3%255D?imgmax=800" border="0"></a> <a href="https://www.blogs.va.gov/VAntage/48409/va-researchers-made-amazing-discoveries/#comments">3</a><p><a href="https://www.blogs.va.gov/VAntage/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/VA-Research-Week-1000x550.jpg"><img width="562" height="271" title="clip_image002" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" alt="clip_image002" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-PqsXnhBSZx0/WvxW8XSHYAI/AAAAAAAA9I0/p93bXsVbxYY9QS8ycVxtq3uX-0xpDEZygCHMYCw/clip_image002%255B5%255D?imgmax=800" border="0"></a><p><a href="https://www.blogs.va.gov/VAntage/date/2018/05/15/"> Posted on Tuesday, May 15, 2018 10:00 am</a> Posted in<a href="https://www.blogs.va.gov/VAntage/category/health/"> Health</a>, <a href="https://www.blogs.va.gov/VAntage/category/health/inside-veterans-health/">Inside Veterans Health</a>, <a href="https://www.blogs.va.gov/VAntage/category/research/">Research</a>, <a href="https://www.blogs.va.gov/VAntage/category/top-stories/">Top Stories</a>, <a href="https://www.blogs.va.gov/VAntage/category/va-innovations/">VA Innovations</a> by<a href="https://www.blogs.va.gov/VAntage/author/hans-petersen/"> Hans Petersen</a> <a href="https://www.blogs.va.gov/VAntage/48409/va-researchers-made-amazing-discoveries/#comments"> 3 comments</a> <a href="https://www.blogs.va.gov/VAntage/48409/va-researchers-made-amazing-discoveries/"> 114 views</a><p>Did you know that VA researchers <a href="http://www.ajconline.org/article/S0002-9149(10)01042-8/abstract">invented</a> the first clinically successful implantable cardiac pacemaker, helping many patients prevent potentially life-threatening complications from irregular heartbeats?<p>Or that they <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/6734425">developed</a> the nicotine patch and other therapies to help smokers quit?<p><b><i>“</i></b><i>Inno<b>VA</b>tion<b> to Implementation.”</b></i><p>Many Veterans gained hope for greater mobility when VA researchers <a href="http://www.startribune.com/new-wheelchair-gives-paralyzed-veterans-chance-to-stand-on-own/290607961/">invented</a> a wheelchair that allows users to crank up the push rims to a standing position, providing them with increased functionality and independence.<p>It’s a remarkable <a href="https://www.research.va.gov/about/history.cfm">history of accomplishments</a> which we celebrate this <a href="https://www.research.va.gov/researchweek/default.cfm">Research Week.</a><p>Research Week is an annual event that celebrates the accomplishments of the VA Research Program and recognizes the researchers, Veterans and partners who support the program. For more than 90 years, VA research has been improving the lives of Veterans and all Americans through health care discovery and innovation.<p>VA research is unique because of its focus on medical issues that affect Veterans. It is part of an integrated health care system with a state‐of‐the‐art electronic health record and has come to be viewed as a model for superior bench‐to‐bedside research.<p>The groundbreaking achievements of VA investigators—more than 60 percent of whom also provide direct patient care—have resulted in three Nobel prizes, seven Lasker awards, and numerous other distinctions.<p>The theme for this year is “Inno<b>VA</b>tion to Implementation.”<p>Research Week is celebrated all over the country at <a href="https://www.va.gov/directory/guide/division.asp?dnum=1&isFlash=0">VA medical centers</a>. VA facilities plan open houses or other activities to commemorate the week. Some plan research presentations, research displays or slide shows, and others will hold Veteran appreciation days, featuring VA researchers and local officials, as well as personal testimonials by Veterans participating in VA research studies.<p>The purpose of VA Research Week is to recognize Veterans for their participation in research studies and to provide an opportunity for VA investigators and administrators to present findings from their discoveries and innovations that have led to advancements in the health care for Veterans and improved upon existing medical knowledge. We recognize achievements in the following areas.<p><b>How research translates to patient care</b><p>VA researchers study a wide range of health topics from cancer, diabetes, women’s health and mental health to prosthetics and post‐traumatic stress disorder. Research Week is the premier event for researchers to present their discoveries on these topics and to show how they translate research to patient care and services for Veterans.<p>Here’s a short list of substantial research launches and outcomes in 2017 alone:<ul><li>A major study, conducted under the auspices of the Chronic Effects of Neurotrauma Consortium, on the long-term effects of mild traumatic brain injury.<li>$81 million in new research on non-drug treatment of pain for military personnel and Veterans.<li>A physical-environment checklist used in VA psychiatry units led to a sharp decline in inpatient suicides.<li>A study showing that prolonged exposure therapy delivered directly into patients’ homes via telehealth could “dramatically increase the reach of this evidence-based therapy for PTSD without diminishing its effectiveness.”<li>Significant progress in restoring a natural sense of touch for those who use prosthetic hands.<li>Advances in brain-computer technology that now allows fast, accurate typing by people with paralysis.</li></ul><p>Every year, Veterans from all over the country participate in research studies to help improve the lives of other Veterans. During Research Week, we honor Veterans and formally thank them for the vital role they play in supporting and contributing to the VA Research Program.<p>VA research depends on its collaborations and partnerships with academic affiliates, industry partners, nonprofit organizations, outside organizations, and Veterans service organizations to deliver high‐quality results. For Research Week, VA highlights these partnerships and the successful research studies that have been made possible through these collaborations.<p>VA research fosters dynamic collaborations with academia, other federal agencies, nonprofit organizations and private industry—thus furthering the program’s impact on the health of Veterans and the nation.<p>Tags:<p>· <a href="https://www.blogs.va.gov/VAntage/tag/discoveries/">Discoveries</a><p>· <a href="https://www.blogs.va.gov/VAntage/tag/research-week/">research week</a><p>· <a href="https://www.blogs.va.gov/VAntage/tag/va-innovations/">VA Innovations</a><p>· <a href="https://www.blogs.va.gov/VAntage/tag/va-research/">VA Research</a><p>· <a href="https://www.blogs.va.gov/VAntage/tag/veterans-health-administration/">Veterans Health Administration</a><p>· <a href="https://www.blogs.va.gov/VAntage/tag/vha/">VHA</a><p><b>Author</b><p><a href="https://www.blogs.va.gov/VAntage/author/hans-petersen/"><img width="79" height="79" title="clip_image003" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" alt="clip_image003" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Ej1cD1dCxO4/WvxW9NN69fI/AAAAAAAA9I4/mBQGlYbspwcI_K_Y-gNHkV4h2WyR0OyNACHMYCw/clip_image003%255B3%255D?imgmax=800" border="0"></a><p><b>Hans Petersen</b>grumpiebobhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08232437283704353061noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-791708665337549879.post-4294403899711825882018-05-15T07:45:00.000-07:002018-05-15T07:51:58.779-07:00MOPH and Mount Vernon Celebrates Purple Heart Day, Friday and Saturday, 10 and 11 August 18<p> <p>Subject: MOPH and Mount Vernon Celebrates Purple Heart Day, Friday and Saturday, 10 and 11 August 18<br>Date: Tue, 15 May 2018 06:47:33 -0400<p>Fellow Patriots, here is the latest information regarding the two days of events at Mount Vernon this year to celebrate National Purple Heart Day. <p>Region Commanders, please share this information with your Department's Leadership who I hope will share this email with their respective Chapters. <p>For everyone, please be sure to go online to register for your Free Tickets to the Wreath Laying and Mansion Tour on Friday, 10 Aug and the full ceremony on the East Lawn of Mount Vernon the morning of Saturday, 11 Aug. All tickets are Free. Saturday's ticket also allows access to all of Mount Vernon Estates. <p>The Mansion Tour on Friday, 10 August is limited to the number of participants so if you have not gone on a tour of Gen. Washington's house and wish to do so you need to RSVP as it's "first come, first served". If you have been on the tour last year, but still wish to participate in the wreath laying do get your tickets anyway, just let me know that you do not plan to do the Mansion Tour. <p>Hopefully the Mount Vernon Inn will be open after we're done so everyone can have a nice evening of adult beverages after the Friday events. <p>To attend the Reception please RSVP directly to me. All I need is a name and number in your party. <p>This year we have support from the Hampton Inn and Suites, Alexandria, VA with discounted hotel rooms for Friday and Saturday nights. Information regarding how to make your own reservations is included in the attached information paper. <p><b><u>Be sure to get your tickets as you must have them to enter the Mount Vernon grounds on either days. </u></b><p>And, please share this with everyone in your respective Chapters as we're planning to have a huge turnout of Purple Heart recipients and guests this year!!!<p>Yours in Patriotism,<p>Gordon<p>Junior Vice Commander, Dept of VA<p>Past Chpt 353 Commander<p>Gordon Sumner, PhD<br>Home/Office: 703-455-4527<p>Cell: 703-595-8800<br>“Without continual growth and progress, such words as improvement, achievement, and success have no meaning.” ~Benjamin Franklin~<table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td width="100%" valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td width="600" valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td valign="top"><p><a href="http://mountvernon.prospect2.com/lt.php?notrack=1&s=99e8476de866198b7d6ea502ece74219&i=140A162A3A1897">View message in browser.</a></p></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td width="570" valign="top"><p><a href="http://mountvernon.prospect2.com/lt.php?notrack=1&s=99e8476de866198b7d6ea502ece74219&i=140A162A3A1898"><img width="244" height="37" title="clip_image001" style="margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" alt="clip_image001" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-kFN8LXTF61I/Wvrz6JIb2BI/AAAAAAAA9AQ/iJRubGzTAyoaVJEG1Yyoj1n4VH1eGcLFQCHMYCw/clip_image001%255B3%255D?imgmax=800" border="0"></a></p></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td width="600" valign="top"><p><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Ovp9FDBrJBM/Wvrz7G9cD3I/AAAAAAAA9AU/OLAcv-RSHgUTl-5n-Lno_sIA3PBhqjEPwCHMYCw/s1600-h/clip_image002%255B3%255D"><img width="244" height="128" title="clip_image002" style="margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" alt="clip_image002" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-VzTOWqPhoBU/Wvrz7kV5tGI/AAAAAAAA9AY/t5S0Rb6s_UoIKxwI8zPyC2BdRZTd66TGwCHMYCw/clip_image002_thumb?imgmax=800" border="0"></a></p></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td valign="top"><p><b>Mount Vernon Celebrates Purple Heart Day</b></p></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td valign="top"><p>You are cordially invited to celebrate National Purple Heart Day at George Washington’s Mount Vernon. It is our honor to have you join us as we, in partnership with the Military Order of the Purple Heart, commemorate the oldest military decoration in the United States at the beloved home of its founder. Here is information you might find helpful in planning your visit. Please note that Mount Vernon will commemorate Purple Heart Day 2018 on Friday, August 10, 2018, and Saturday, August 11, 2018.<br>See you soon,</p></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td width="600" valign="top"><p><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-lSphyEJTMYc/Wvrz8k7HDFI/AAAAAAAA9Ac/mBZSBSKIlqkaOTTWxDQ0ONNjLJWhf0EpACHMYCw/s1600-h/clip_image003%255B3%255D"><img width="154" height="67" title="clip_image003" style="margin: 0px; display: inline; background-image: none;" alt="clip_image003" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-ziQKUhewS_0/Wvrz9pDeT5I/AAAAAAAA9Ag/u03RLQFZaUg6wqod1v4f4eOU-kAQwYnRQCHMYCw/clip_image003_thumb?imgmax=800" border="0"></a></p></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td valign="top"><p>Joan Flintoft<br>Director of Events & Protocol</p></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td width="300" valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td width="280" valign="top"><p><a href="http://mountvernon.prospect2.com/lt.php?notrack=1&s=99e8476de866198b7d6ea502ece74219&i=140A162A3A1899"><img width="244" height="244" title="clip_image004" style="margin: 0px; display: inline; background-image: none;" alt="clip_image004" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-XXvDHJucTzU/Wvrz-R6e5NI/AAAAAAAA9Ak/9YRzqGxOaLYbeGaoAn41vEuxUyvjkTM9wCHMYCw/clip_image004%255B3%255D?imgmax=800" border="0"></a></p></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td><td width="300" valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td valign="top"><p><b>Free Admission Tickets for Purple Heart Recipients <br></b><br>We are pleased to offer free tickets to Purple Heart recipients and their families on Saturday, August 11, 2018. Free tickets are available until 5 p.m. on Monday, July 31.</p></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td valign="top"><p><a href="http://mountvernon.prospect2.com/lt.php?notrack=1&s=99e8476de866198b7d6ea502ece74219&i=140A162A3A1899"><b>GET YOUR FREE TICKETS</b></a></p></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td valign="top"><p><b>Saturday, August 11</b></p></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td valign="top"><p><b>Hours & Admission</b><br>Mount Vernon will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, August 11, 2018. <br>Your ticket will include access to the historic area, an optional tour of the Mansion, George Washington’s Distillery & Gristmill, and the Donald W. Reynolds Museum & Education Center.<br>We recommend that you plan to arrive at least 20 minutes prior to your Mansion tour time. You will be prompted to choose your Mansion tour time when you reserve your ticket.</p></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td valign="top"><p><b>Purple Heart Day Ceremony</b><br>Join the audience for Mount Vernon’s official National Purple Heart Day Ceremony on the East Lawn at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, August 11, 2018, featuring remarks by General Washington.</p></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td valign="top"><p><b>Purple Heart Day Reception</b><p>· Mount Vernon is pleased to invite Purple Heart recipients and their families to a reception at the Mount Vernon Inn restaurant at 1 p.m.<p>· All guests must RSVP in order to attend, and attendance is on a first come, first served basis until the event reaches capacity.<p>· To RSVP, please contact Gordon Sumner, Chapter 353, Military Order of the Purple Heart, at <a href="mailto:gordon.sumner53@gmail.com">gordon.sumner53@gmail.com</a> no later than July 31, 2018.</p></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td valign="top"><p><b>Friday, August 10</b></p></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td valign="top"><p><b>Private Evening Tour</b><p>· On Friday, August 10, 2018, Purple Heart recipients and their families can enjoy a special Private Evening Tour of the Mansion and Wreath-Laying Ceremony at the Purple Heart Memorial, on the 20th anniversary of its dedication, at 6 p.m.<p>· The Mansion tour includes the first, second and third floors of George Washington’s beloved home. The guided tour of the Mansion will take approximately one hour. Please note the first floor of the Mansion is accessible by most wheelchairs. The second and third floors are accessed by stairs.<p>· While a shuttle will be provided, please dress for the weather and be prepared for uneven walkways.<p>· All guests must RSVP in order to attend, and attendance is on a first come, first served basis until the event reaches capacity.</p></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td width="300" valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td valign="top"><p><a href="http://mountvernon.prospect2.com/lt.php?notrack=1&s=99e8476de866198b7d6ea502ece74219&i=140A162A3A1900">RSVP FOR EVENING TOUR</a></p></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td><td width="300" valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td width="300" valign="top"></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td valign="top"><p><b>Things to Know Before Your Visit</b></p></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td valign="top"><p><b>Please be aware of the following:</b><p>· Mount Vernon Celebrates Purple Heart Day will involve outdoor walking, so please dress accordingly. Please be prepared for varying temperatures and uneven walkways.<p>· The Ford Orientation Center, Donald W. Reynolds Museum and Education Center and Mount Vernon Inn complex are wheelchair accessible. Although the 18th-century pathways in the historic area can be uneven, there is an accessible path linking the Mansion, Ford Orientation Center, and the Donald W. Reynolds Museum and Education Center. <a href="http://mountvernon.prospect2.com/lt.php?notrack=1&s=99e8476de866198b7d6ea502ece74219&i=140A162A3A1901"><b>More about accessibility at Mount Vernon may be found here.</b></a><p>· Food is available for purchase at our <a href="http://mountvernon.prospect2.com/lt.php?notrack=1&s=99e8476de866198b7d6ea502ece74219&i=140A162A3A1902"><b>Food Court Pavilion</b></a> or <a href="http://mountvernon.prospect2.com/lt.php?notrack=1&s=99e8476de866198b7d6ea502ece74219&i=140A162A3A1903"><b>Mount Vernon Inn Restaurant</b></a>. Reservations are recommended at the Mount Vernon Inn.<p>· Smoking is not permitted.<p>· Outside food and beverage are not permitted.<p>· Guests are welcome to leave the estate during the event and re-enter the estate by presenting a valid ticket.</p></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td valign="top"><p><b>Bag Inspection & Prohibited Items</b><br>For your safety, bags/containers larger than 16x16x8” are prohibited, and all bags are subject to inspection. Prohibited items include:<p>· Weapons/firearms not in compliance with Virginia law.<p>· Knives/blades longer than 3.5 inches.<p>· Flammable liquids, gases and aerosols.<p>· Fireworks and related materials.<p>· Other items deemed dangerous or suspicious.<p>· Food and beverages, except water.<p><a href="http://mountvernon.prospect2.com/lt.php?notrack=1&s=99e8476de866198b7d6ea502ece74219&i=140A162A3A1904"><b>Click here for more information about prohibited items.</b></a></p></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td valign="top"><p>Questions? Please feel free to e-mail <a href="mailto:Events@MountVernon.org"><b>Events@MountVernon.org</b></a>.</p></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td valign="top"><p><b><a href="http://mountvernon.prospect2.com/lt.php?notrack=1&s=99e8476de866198b7d6ea502ece74219&i=140A162A3A1905">MEMBERSHIP</a> | </b><a href="http://mountvernon.prospect2.com/lt.php?notrack=1&s=99e8476de866198b7d6ea502ece74219&i=140A162A3A1906"><b>EVENTS CALENDAR</b></a><p>George Washington's Mount Vernon<br><a href="https://maps.google.com/?q=3200+Mount+Vernon+Memorial+Highway+%0D%0AMount+Vernon,+Virginia+22121+%0D%0AUnited+States&entry=gmail&source=g">3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway</a><br>Mount Vernon, Virginia 22121<br>United States<p><a href="mailto:membership@mountvernon.org"><b>membership@mountvernon.org</b></a></p></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td width="600"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td width="34"><p><a href="http://mountvernon.prospect2.com/lt.php?notrack=1&s=99e8476de866198b7d6ea502ece74219&i=140A162A3A1907"><img width="38" height="38" title="clip_image006" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" alt="clip_image006" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-daaZEcbCmt8/Wvrz_L8NK9I/AAAAAAAA9Ao/YCIP8isN-FABDuaJ17MdWxwQmcV0x_QcgCHMYCw/clip_image006%255B3%255D?imgmax=800" border="0"></a></p></td><td width="10"></td><td width="34"><p><a href="http://mountvernon.prospect2.com/lt.php?notrack=1&s=99e8476de866198b7d6ea502ece74219&i=140A162A3A1908"><img width="38" height="38" title="clip_image008" style="margin: 0px; display: inline; background-image: none;" alt="clip_image008" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-YnKvs4y46uo/Wvrz__S3M_I/AAAAAAAA9As/IpkBcSa_uZsW_ryrL_O2zNAz2I20_STlQCHMYCw/clip_image008%255B3%255D?imgmax=800" border="0"></a></p></td><td width="10"></td><td width="34"><p><a href="http://mountvernon.prospect2.com/lt.php?notrack=1&s=99e8476de866198b7d6ea502ece74219&i=140A162A3A1909"><img width="38" height="38" title="clip_image010" style="margin: 0px; display: inline; background-image: none;" alt="clip_image010" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-QJM2VrQzzrM/Wvr0Ak378MI/AAAAAAAA9Aw/U8UMjSGG-pUIv8RVUJgbvNWSdHLU7FEowCHMYCw/clip_image010%255B3%255D?imgmax=800" border="0"></a></p></td><td width="10"></td><td width="34"><p><a href="http://mountvernon.prospect2.com/lt.php?notrack=1&s=99e8476de866198b7d6ea502ece74219&i=140A162A3A1910"><img width="38" height="38" title="clip_image012" style="margin: 0px; display: inline; background-image: none;" alt="clip_image012" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-uzcmSIMbhJU/Wvr0BuUevUI/AAAAAAAA9A0/76TE2AMlXv0Rtoqct6Bb6JlnCvLI2Uz9QCHMYCw/clip_image012%255B3%255D?imgmax=800" border="0"></a></p></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td><p><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-eqEB7TTYoaA/Wvr0CRc4MmI/AAAAAAAA9A4/cjlBdmZouBoSVJxOc50NU5odkxeM3J7XwCHMYCw/s1600-h/clip_image014%255B3%255D"><img width="64" height="36" title="clip_image014" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" alt="clip_image014" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-EL0NKyvqPPQ/Wvr0DPW174I/AAAAAAAA9A8/4gnEk9c0ptsRKH8S_eTYJDO7rX0d3FbGQCHMYCw/clip_image014_thumb?imgmax=800" border="0"></a></p></td></tr></tbody></table><p>Mount Vernon is owned and maintained in trust for the people of the United States by the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association of the Union, a private, non-profit organization. We don't accept government funding and rely upon private contributions to help preserve George Washington’s home and legacy.</p></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td valign="top"><p>Copyright © 2017 George Washington's Mount Vernon, All rights reserved. This email was sent to<a href="mailto:akirst@mountvernon.org">akirst@mountvernon.org</a>. You are receiving this email because you have selected to receive our email newsletters. <a href="http://mountvernon.prospect2.com/proc.php?nl=3&c=140&m=162&s=99e8476de866198b7d6ea502ece74219&act=unsub">Unsubscribe</a> or <a href="http://mountvernon.prospect2.com/lt.php?notrack=1&s=99e8476de866198b7d6ea502ece74219&i=140A162A3A1911">manage your email subscriptions</a>.</p></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table>grumpiebobhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08232437283704353061noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-791708665337549879.post-36872684712539838862018-05-14T09:08:00.003-07:002018-05-14T09:11:53.187-07:00The following persons were elected and appointed as the 2018-19 Department Officers:<div class="MsoNoSpacing">
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Sr. Vice Commander Dan Peterson (730)<o:p></o:p></div>
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Jr. Vice Commander Bill Olds (711)<o:p></o:p></div>
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Adjutant Andy LePeilbet (719)<o:p></o:p></div>
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Finance Officer Ken Santor (719)<o:p></o:p></div>
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Judge Advocate Dave Hugus (730)<o:p></o:p></div>
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Sgt-at-Arms Ron Sharetts (730)<o:p></o:p></div>
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Chaplain Leonard Munoz (719)<o:p></o:p></div>
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Legislative Officer Andy LePeilpet
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Chief of Staff Richard Small (711)<o:p></o:p></div>
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Inspector Johnny Waid (711)<o:p></o:p></div>
grumpiebobhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08232437283704353061noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-791708665337549879.post-88913020136810635242018-05-14T08:36:00.003-07:002018-05-14T08:40:09.589-07:00Fwd: You're invited and Send Us Your May, Armed Forces or Memorial Day Events!<br />
Southern Nevada Patriots -- Am forwarding an e-mail from the Nevada Department of Veterans Services. Lotsa stuff here. <br />
Check out the Memorial Day events at the Southern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Boulder City, on May 26th, May 27th and May 28th <br />
Also to add to your calendars...<br />
<b>July 4th</b> - Summerlin Independence Day Parade (Chapter 711 is entered, join them)<br />
<b>August 7th</b> -<b> Purple Heart Day.</b> The Clark County Commissioners will be proclaiming the county a <b>PURPLE HEART COUNTY</b> during their Commissioners meeting that morning. Chapter 711 will be presenting the County a 3x5 flag to be flown each Purple Heart Day plus patriotic holidays. We'll present a wall plaque commemorating the proclamation plus a couple of "Combat Wounded" reserved parking signs.<br />
<b>September 8th</b> - Armed Forces, Veterans and First Responder's Appreciation Day at Craig Ranch Regional Park <br />
Len Yelinek<br />
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grumpiebobhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08232437283704353061noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-791708665337549879.post-81699485531211323192018-05-10T09:17:00.000-07:002018-05-10T09:31:12.646-07:00Here's the RSVP link for the Grand Opening too.<p>Richard,<p>Thanks for stopping by this morning; I wanted to loop us all on an email chain, just in case you had any further questions for us. We appreciate you helping spread the word.<p>Here's the <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/american-dream-u-entrepreneur-financial-academy-grand-opening-tickets-45494092054">RSVP link</a> for the Grand Opening too.<p>Thanks!<p><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-MU7E6tTKhtM/WvRzu5F36gI/AAAAAAAA86g/Wg8jOBWMSM4_ZlVrbOkeJ7a3Kfvfukc6gCHMYCw/s1600-h/clip_image002%255B3%255D"><img width="244" height="188" title="clip_image002" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" alt="clip_image002" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-o9q6AX6lvEc/WvRzzuHA0pI/AAAAAAAA86k/opLw3joV65EGj27OyouzF4AkHDeKkAIAQCHMYCw/clip_image002_thumb?imgmax=800" border="0"></a><p>Ms. Jess Holland<p>Director of Business Development <p><a href="http://www.americandreamu.org/">American Dream U</a><br>T: <a href="tel:702-233-2366">702-233-2366</a> C: <a href="tel:702-578-2262">702-578-2262</a><p>Please take a minute to watch this video explaining our program:<p><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jsR3I2fl2Vo">ADU Helping Our Military Transition</a>grumpiebobhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08232437283704353061noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-791708665337549879.post-12547472607739370162018-05-10T09:09:00.001-07:002018-05-10T09:13:24.836-07:00Perhaps a small donation from Henderson Vet Groups might be a good thing for morale.<p><b><i>Lou</i></b> <p>----- Forwarded Message ----- <p><b>From:</b> Thank A Vet <support@thankavet365.org> <p><b>To:</b> Lou Rothenstein <loumisgm@yahoo.com> <p><b>Sent:</b> Wednesday, May 9, 2018, 6:04:28 PM PDT <p><b>Subject:</b> Fwd: Care packages <p>This is from the unit that we are going to help. <p>debi <p>---------- Forwarded message ----------<br>From: <b>Christina Dorsey</b> <<a href="mailto:redneck.extreme@gmail.com">redneck.extreme@gmail.com</a>><br>Date: Fri, May 4, 2018 at 10:15 AM<br>Subject: Care packages<br>To: THANK A VET <<a href="mailto:support@thankavet365.org">support@thankavet365.org</a>> <p>Here is the information for my soliders in need of care packages. If anyone has any questions please let me know. Thanks <p>Christina Dorsey <p>Please pass this contact information along for those who can provide care packages to our Team deployed in the most forward places in the Middle East. Not Iraq, Kuwait or Afghanistan.<br>They do not have the PX and the luxury's most of us spoiled Soldiers had in Iraq. They have nothing other than the mission and the environment to keep them going. As Chaplains they have a mission to provide moral boosters to the Marines and Soldiers they are supporting. So it's not just the two of them we should think about.<br>Let's try and work on some major care packages leading up to Christmas due to the delay in shipping and how remote they are in the region. <br> Now that we have a home for the next few months, here is our contact information. Up until we got here, there were only Chaplains that visited and none that stayed for very long. <p>Has 300-350 people average.<br>Mailing address:<br> Pappe, Cliff MAJ<br> CJTF-OIR-Chaplain<br> KLZ-IZ<br> APO, AE 09314</p>grumpiebobhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08232437283704353061noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-791708665337549879.post-37337511460761595372018-05-07T08:14:00.000-07:002018-05-07T08:15:08.353-07:00Fwd. Minutes of the MOPH meeting 5 May 2018<p>Robert. These are the notes I took at today's meeting.<br>The MOPH Chapter 711 was called to order at 1000 hrs. on 5 May 2018. Topics of discussion were:<br>North Las Vegas has agreed to fly the Purple Heart Flag in their lobby whenever we present it to them. The chapter voted at the April meeting to purchase a flag if NLV agreed to fly it.<br>It was announced that the DMV will have disabled veteran license plates that also have combat wounded on them available around August time frame.<br>A motion was made to give $200.00 to "THANK A VET" to send packages to military personnel stationed overseas. The motion was voted on and passed. These packages will go to personnel who are stationed in remote locations<br>A motion was made to spend $180.00 to purchase a Purple Heart flag and a Purple Heart plaque for Clark County. The motion was voted on and passed. Clark County has proclaimed itself to be a Purple Heart County and we will present the flag and plaque on August 7 2018 which is Purple heart day.<br>On 2 May, John Waid and Mac Rowell presented the Purple Heart Leadership award to a JROTC student at Rancho High School.<br>May 10-13, the 80% scale Vietnam Wall will be displayed at Craig Ranch Regional Park. There will other displays that honor our military and first responders. <br>Jim Steinbach issued tickets for the West Coast Regional Finals Rodeo.<br>The Commander announced the meeting closed at 1115 hrs, at which time the chaplain made his closing prayer and the Sergeant at Arms led us in a closing salute to the flag.<br>Robert, I hope this is what you are looking for. Let me know if I can help with anything else.. MAC</p>grumpiebobhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08232437283704353061noreply@blogger.com0