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Home for the holidays

By Jeff Bacon on December 31, 2015 Hero of the week, Videos

The last day of the year is full of fun, family and friends. It is right and proper that we should celebrate the good things in life, the promise of the new year, and the blessings we have received. But don’t forget those who are out there still, far from home, serving us and keeping us safe. Don’t forget those who serve in our communities this evening to make our lives better and to keep the dark forces away from our families. They all have families too, and tonight they are missing them. Their sacrifice is one of the most…

Merry Christmas

By Jeff Bacon on December 25, 2015 Hero of the week, Videos

Merry Christmas to you all.

(inpublicsafety.com)

Christmas eve

By Jeff Bacon on December 24, 2015 Stories, Videos

It is not just those in the military who serve. Watch this short video on Christmas eve. Thanks to Cliff, Army combat veteran, for forwarding.

Seasonal fire-up video

By Jeff Bacon on December 18, 2015 Hero of the week, Videos

Admittedly this is a niche market, but once a year we can see videos that celebrate the season and fire us up at the same time. This video was made by the son of a Marine to honor his father and others who have served.

How to deface three homes without being arrested

By Jeff Bacon on December 10, 2015 Broadside moments, Videos

I just got done with a weekend that would rival any port call, and I didn’t have to leave home to do it. Not only was there a massive black tie gala where nine veterans were inducted into the Wyakin Warrior program, but I also got to hang out with thirteen of the most talented and warm-hearted people I have ever met. I did not say handsome, and I did not say smart. But they are nice. Make a mistake, though, and they will be on you like piranhas on fresh meat. They may not be smart, but they have…

Pearl Harbor – the photos and the speech

By Jeff Bacon on December 7, 2015 Hero of the week, Videos

This is an excellent video showing photos as you hear President Roosevelt’s famous speech in front of Congress.

May the 14 be with you

By Jeff Bacon on December 2, 2015 Stories, Videos

This is awesome.

Another reason to give thanks

By Jeff Bacon on November 27, 2015 Hero of the week, Stories, Videos

Another thing to be grateful for: the courage and dedication of our Vietnam veterans. Click on the image to listen to a riveting audio as helo pilots take fire. Thank you for your service and sacrifice, and welcome home. Thanks to veteran combat helo pilot Cliff for the link.

U.S. Marine Sgt. Bryan Early, a squad leader with 1st Battalion, 9th Marine Regiment, leads his squad of Marines to the next compound while patrolling in Helmand province, Afghanistan, Dec. 19. Early is responsible for planning the squad's patrols, the safety of his Marines, and achieving his commander's intent, before, during, and after an operation. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Austin Long)

Marine Corps – Where the fight is

By Jeff Bacon on November 10, 2015 Hero of the week, Stories, Videos

(From 2014, but it is still good.) “On November 10, 1775, the Continental Congress commissioned Samuel Nicholas to raise two Battalions of Marines. That very day, Nicholas set up shop in Tun Tavern. He appointed Robert Mullan, then the proprietor of the tavern, to the job of chief Marine Recruiter — serving, of course, from his place of business at Tun Tavern. Prospective recruits flocked to the tavern, lured by (1) cold beer and (2) the opportunity to serve in the new Corps of Marines.” (USMCpress.com) The Marine Corps has never looked back. Still the toughest. Still the service with…

Naptown Funk

By Jeff Bacon on November 4, 2015 Videos

I was going to write a Broadside Moments tonight, but stumbled upon this most excellent video by the Midshipmen of the Naval Academy. So I figured I would post it instead!

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