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Military/Veterans
Cadet Bryce Tyson Completes Basic Training at West Point
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- By Press Release
WEST POINT, N.Y. -- Cadet Bryce Tyson, son of Bruce and Gwen Tyson of Greenville, completed Cadet Basic Training at the U.S. Military Academy.
Tyson entered West Point June 28 and has successfully completed seven weeks of CBT. Also referred to as "Beast Barracks," CBT is one of the most challenging events a cadet will encounter over the course of their four years at the academy.
Woodlawn Honors the “Greatest Generation” on their Greatest Day
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- By Bob Dill, Publisher
The 65th Anniversary of the End of World War II
Woodlawn Funeral Home and Memorial Park honored veterans of World War II with a “Spirit of 1945 Ceremony” on Saturday, August 14, 2010.
Direct involvement of the United States in World War II began with the Japanese surprise attack on Pearl Harbor. The war ended in Europe on May 8, 1945; however, the Japanese were determined to fight to the death to defend their homeland. A ground invasion of Japan would cost thousands of lives on both sides. The atomic bomb shortened the war and saved both American and Japanese lives.
Blue Ridge AFJROTC Cadet Leadership School
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- By Press Release
From 10-17 July, 2010, 17 Blue Ridge cadets attended Cadet Leadership School on the campus of Converse College. There were over 300 cadets present, representing 22 high schools from North Carolina, Georgia, and South Carolina. This annual event focuses on developing leadership skills, teamwork, attention to detail, self-discipline, respect for authority, and Air Force related academics. Five Blue Ridge cadets were recognized for their outstanding performance.
Christian Medical Association Protests Use of Military Facilities for Abortions
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- By Bob Dill, Publisher
More Than 200 Military Physicians Sign Letter to Senators
The 16,000 member Christian Medical Association has sent a letter to US Senators signed by more than 200 military physicians who have served U. S. Soldiers asking them to vote against the National Defense Authorization Act for 2011. The act contains
an amendment by Sen. Roland Burris that would remove restrictions on performing abortions in military facilities.
Converse College Cadet Leadership School
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- By Press Release
From July 10th until the formal military graduation parade on July 17th, 300 Air Force Junior ROTC cadets from 22 high schools in three states polished leadership skills at Converse College in Spartanburg. The states of South Carolina, North Carolina, and Georgia were represented with the best of their AFJROTC programs. Cadets ranging in age from 14 to 18 learned to work on teams, manage their time, and make decisions in a time-tested military framework.
Painful Memories
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- By Bob Dill, Publisher
World War II Combat Veteran Recalls Parachuting Behind Enemy Lines With 82nd Airborne Division
Sitting in his office at his spacious White Horse Road home that sprawls across a grassy knoll, Melvin Wagstaff looked healthy and fit for a veteran of World War II as he smiled and greeted visitors. Our host soon revealed that the years have taken a toll on his 86-year old body that for most of those years was solid and healthy. He now has health problems that modern medicine cannot reverse. Declining health is difficult for an indestructible “fighting machine” whose physical strength served him well during lengthy periods of combat and remained strong and healthy throughout a long and productive civilian life.
Upstate Veterans Remember Korean War
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- By Bob Dill, Publisher
Koreans Express Appreciation for American Sacrifices for Their Freedom
Upstate chapters of the Korean War Veterans Association joined together Saturday in remembrance of the 60th Anniversary of the beginning of the Korean War, June 25th, 1950. The event revolved around a buffet luncheon at the Phoenix Inn in Greenville. Several natives of Korea who are now naturalized American citizens attended and participated in the program.
Reverend Peter Chong, pastor of All Nations Full Gospel Church opened the program with the Invocation.
- Annual Veterans Memorial Day Ceremony Held at Greenville County Square
- Air Force JROTC Awards Presented
- National Society of the SAR Participate in Furman Univ. Army ROTC Awards Ceremony
- Upstate WWII Veterans Visit D.C. Memorials
- Never Too Late, Wet or Cold to Honor a Hero
- Post 3 Members Visit Norfolk Naval Base
- Maj. Rudolf Anderson Memorial Ceremony Held At Woodlawn Memorial Park
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