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October 26, 2011
August 8, 2011
Hugh and Dorothy
He was 91 and as spry as a 30 year old.
I noticed him right away, his WWII Vet ball cap wasn’t out of place, but his face was one that I never remembered seeing at a family reunion. His name is Hugh and my grandfather was his uncle. He was a man that looked like had a million stories to tell but today all he wanted to talk about was the picture of the beautiful woman he held in his hand.
Dorothy was her name and she had been his wife for 66 years.
Dorothy was from the wrong side of the tracks as Hugh liked to tell it, but Dorothy was from the right side of the tracks and it was Hugh who was from the north-side. But Dorothy loved Hugh and Hugh loved Dorothy and for 66 years they raised a family. But it almost wasn’t to be.
Hugh knew that he had to marry this girl so he sent her a ring, as he was preparing to ship out for Europe, hoping beyond hope that she would still be there for him when or more correctly if, he returned home.
Hugh joined the Army Air Corp and trained for duties as a waist gunner in a B-17. 8 missions out and back, 8 more to go, it was number 9 that almost made this story one that I would never know.
In those days the Army Air Corp was flying daylight missions over Germany in an effort to bomb the Nazi war machine into oblivion, and that ninth mission found Hugh and the rest of his crew over Germany. Their bombs released all they had to do was make it back to England, an FW-109 pilot had other ideas.
Flame and smoke from their right wing stretched back past the tail and the Pilot called over the intercom to Hugh, “How’s it look?”
“We better get the hell out of here!” was Hugh’s reply.
So one by one, out the hatch they went.
“I did two somersaults and then yanked on that rip cord” Hugh says, “Then I started looking around. One, two, three, four, five, six, and I make seven. Damn…where are the other 3?”
And then a thought came to him: “I wonder if I’ll ever get married?”
The snow was going up, as he was going down, and then on the ground it was over.
Captured and train ride to Nuremburg, and then a road march to Moosberg, not far from Dachau.
15 months in that camp, and at times the Army Air Corp sent them their love by dropping bombs on the camps. But the Luftwaffe took care of them and treated them respectably and at the end of the war he made it home.
Home to PA and of course home to Dorothy.
Dorothy died three weeks ago.
He looks back at the picture, and you can’t deny it, Dorothy is a beautiful woman. Then he whispers, “I really miss her and can’t wait to get to her.”
And I think to myself “Dorothy waited for you once; she’ll gladly wait for you again.”
He looks at me and I think he knows that too.
Then it’s off to make another track around the pavilion pushing the stroller that holds his great-grandson, six months old now, and as cute as his great-grandmother, and perched on the top of the handle is Dorothy’s picture.
I noticed him right away, his WWII Vet ball cap wasn’t out of place, but his face was one that I never remembered seeing at a family reunion. His name is Hugh and my grandfather was his uncle. He was a man that looked like had a million stories to tell but today all he wanted to talk about was the picture of the beautiful woman he held in his hand.
Dorothy was her name and she had been his wife for 66 years.
Dorothy was from the wrong side of the tracks as Hugh liked to tell it, but Dorothy was from the right side of the tracks and it was Hugh who was from the north-side. But Dorothy loved Hugh and Hugh loved Dorothy and for 66 years they raised a family. But it almost wasn’t to be.
Hugh knew that he had to marry this girl so he sent her a ring, as he was preparing to ship out for Europe, hoping beyond hope that she would still be there for him when or more correctly if, he returned home.
Hugh joined the Army Air Corp and trained for duties as a waist gunner in a B-17. 8 missions out and back, 8 more to go, it was number 9 that almost made this story one that I would never know.
In those days the Army Air Corp was flying daylight missions over Germany in an effort to bomb the Nazi war machine into oblivion, and that ninth mission found Hugh and the rest of his crew over Germany. Their bombs released all they had to do was make it back to England, an FW-109 pilot had other ideas.
Flame and smoke from their right wing stretched back past the tail and the Pilot called over the intercom to Hugh, “How’s it look?”
“We better get the hell out of here!” was Hugh’s reply.
So one by one, out the hatch they went.
“I did two somersaults and then yanked on that rip cord” Hugh says, “Then I started looking around. One, two, three, four, five, six, and I make seven. Damn…where are the other 3?”
And then a thought came to him: “I wonder if I’ll ever get married?”
The snow was going up, as he was going down, and then on the ground it was over.
Captured and train ride to Nuremburg, and then a road march to Moosberg, not far from Dachau.
15 months in that camp, and at times the Army Air Corp sent them their love by dropping bombs on the camps. But the Luftwaffe took care of them and treated them respectably and at the end of the war he made it home.
Home to PA and of course home to Dorothy.
Dorothy died three weeks ago.
He looks back at the picture, and you can’t deny it, Dorothy is a beautiful woman. Then he whispers, “I really miss her and can’t wait to get to her.”
And I think to myself “Dorothy waited for you once; she’ll gladly wait for you again.”
He looks at me and I think he knows that too.
Then it’s off to make another track around the pavilion pushing the stroller that holds his great-grandson, six months old now, and as cute as his great-grandmother, and perched on the top of the handle is Dorothy’s picture.
November 29, 2010
The Perfect Christmas Gift for your Warrior or History Buff.
Looking for the perfect gift? Then allow me to suggest a membership to the American Wartime Museum!
Annual membership benefits include invitations to members-only events; the Museum newsletter by mail or email; discounts; and the knowledge that your gift will help the Museum achieve its mission.
Levels of Membership
$25 – Bronze
Bronze Members receive a Museum decal, a Membership card, Museum newsletters, other Museum literature, and invitations to special events.
$100 – Silver
Our Silver Members receive the same incentives as the Bronze Level PLUS special Museum memorabilia.
$250 – Gold
As a Gold Member, in addition to receiving all the great benefits of the Silver Level, you will receive a T-shirt.
$500 – Platinum
Members of our Platinum level receive all the benefits listed above, PLUS a Museum polo shirt.
$1,000 – Patron
Patrons enjoy all the benefits above PLUS a Museum DVD and prospectus booklet with all the details of the Museum’s pending exhibits.
$2,500 – Benefactor
Become a part of this special group which helps ensure the Museum’s future. In addition to all of the benefits listed in the above membership levels, Benefactors are invited to ride in a vintage military vehicle during our Annual Open House and will receive personal updates from the President of the Museum.
$5,000 – Founders Circle
These important donors provide our highest level of Membership support and receive all the benefits listed above PLUS many personalized benefits. Members of the Founders Circle will be able to recognize an individual of their choosing through a commemorative plaque on one of the Museum’s Lecture Hall seats. Founders Circle members will also have an opportunity to drive a vintage military vehicle at our Annual Open House and will be invited to attend exclusive events and premiere viewings at the Museum.
Become a Member - Click here to join online now.
Gifts made via check or money order should be made payable to the NMAW.
If you prefer to mail in your Membership application, please print out this form and send it with your check to:
14059 Crown Court, Suite 203
Woodbridge, VA 22193
Phone: 571-285-5162
Annual membership benefits include invitations to members-only events; the Museum newsletter by mail or email; discounts; and the knowledge that your gift will help the Museum achieve its mission.
Levels of Membership
$25 – Bronze
Bronze Members receive a Museum decal, a Membership card, Museum newsletters, other Museum literature, and invitations to special events.
$100 – Silver
Our Silver Members receive the same incentives as the Bronze Level PLUS special Museum memorabilia.
$250 – Gold
As a Gold Member, in addition to receiving all the great benefits of the Silver Level, you will receive a T-shirt.
$500 – Platinum
Members of our Platinum level receive all the benefits listed above, PLUS a Museum polo shirt.
$1,000 – Patron
Patrons enjoy all the benefits above PLUS a Museum DVD and prospectus booklet with all the details of the Museum’s pending exhibits.
$2,500 – Benefactor
Become a part of this special group which helps ensure the Museum’s future. In addition to all of the benefits listed in the above membership levels, Benefactors are invited to ride in a vintage military vehicle during our Annual Open House and will receive personal updates from the President of the Museum.
$5,000 – Founders Circle
These important donors provide our highest level of Membership support and receive all the benefits listed above PLUS many personalized benefits. Members of the Founders Circle will be able to recognize an individual of their choosing through a commemorative plaque on one of the Museum’s Lecture Hall seats. Founders Circle members will also have an opportunity to drive a vintage military vehicle at our Annual Open House and will be invited to attend exclusive events and premiere viewings at the Museum.
Become a Member - Click here to join online now.
Gifts made via check or money order should be made payable to the NMAW.
If you prefer to mail in your Membership application, please print out this form and send it with your check to:
14059 Crown Court, Suite 203
Woodbridge, VA 22193
Phone: 571-285-5162
June 15, 2010
Wartime Museum Update
On Wednesday, June 16th, there will be a planning commission hearing for the Wartime Museum. Museum staff and supporters are trying to gather as many supporters to attend as possible.
Obviously, the more Prince William County supporters that we can gather the better, but support from any would be greatly appreciated.
The hearing is at 7pm at the McCoart Building in Woodbridge Virginia.
If you are unable to attend please forward this information to friends you think may be able to attend. Again, if you live in or know a lot of people in the PWC area please ask them to come out and support the Museum.
Obviously, the more Prince William County supporters that we can gather the better, but support from any would be greatly appreciated.
The hearing is at 7pm at the McCoart Building in Woodbridge Virginia.
If you are unable to attend please forward this information to friends you think may be able to attend. Again, if you live in or know a lot of people in the PWC area please ask them to come out and support the Museum.
May 28, 2010
Tanks For The Memories!
The Wartime Museum, its Chairman, Allan Cors, and its President, Craig Stewart, cordially invite you to attend the Museum's Open House. Enjoy this rare opportunity to view dozens of vintage and fully operational armored vehicles from World War I to the modern era. The event features vehicle demonstrations, live-action military reenactments, a special activity zone for young children, and more.
We hope you can join us for this unique experience!
Day 1: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Saturday, August 21, 2010
Day 2: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Sunday, August 22, 2010
Location: Aden Field (aka the “Tank Farm”)
This event is free. Parking is available onsite and also is free.
The event is outdoors. Please dress appropriately for the weather.
All-American picnic food (hot dogs, hamburgers, beverages, etc.) will be sold onsite.
RSVP: You must register online to attend this event.
Click here to register.
We hope you can join us for this unique experience!
Day 1: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Saturday, August 21, 2010
Day 2: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Sunday, August 22, 2010
Location: Aden Field (aka the “Tank Farm”)
This event is free. Parking is available onsite and also is free.
The event is outdoors. Please dress appropriately for the weather.
All-American picnic food (hot dogs, hamburgers, beverages, etc.) will be sold onsite.
RSVP: You must register online to attend this event.
Click here to register.
April 13, 2010
ATTENTION!
There will be no From the Front today. I'll be away from the computer most of the day so no time to scan the blogs and news sites.
In the meantime, why don't you scan over those links on the right and click on any of the blogs with the notation - patrolling. Those bloggers are posting stuff right now!
Thanks to everyone that added the Thunder Run's - From the Front to their blog, spreading the word is what it's all about.
Also - Big news is in the works from the NMAW - The Wartime Museum. Stay tuned to Concrete Bob's blog today starting at noon for all of the news - as it happens live!
In the meantime, why don't you scan over those links on the right and click on any of the blogs with the notation - patrolling. Those bloggers are posting stuff right now!
Thanks to everyone that added the Thunder Run's - From the Front to their blog, spreading the word is what it's all about.
Also - Big news is in the works from the NMAW - The Wartime Museum. Stay tuned to Concrete Bob's blog today starting at noon for all of the news - as it happens live!
Prince William County and The Wartime Museum Announce Location for $50 Million Museum Project
The Prince William Board of County Supervisors and The Wartime Museum Board of Trustees today announced that the future national museum will be located on a 70‐acre site near the intersection of Interstate 95 and Dale Boulevard. The Hylton Family of Prince William County donated the site for The Wartime Museum.
“It is fitting that The Wartime Museum will be located in Prince William County where the military has played a significant role in our community’s history,” said Board of County Supervisors Chairman Corey A. Stewart. “This nation fought its first battle of the Civil War here in 1861, and the County remained on the front line of the war with the second, and bloodier, battle of Manassas. Our community has always been proud that many Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, Marines and Coast Guardsmen have called Prince William home; and this museum will honor our veterans from all services. The Museum will complement the existing resources of The National Museum of the Marine Corps and Manassas National Battlefield Park, and provide continued confirmation that Prince William County is a premier destination for anyone interested in military heritage.”
The Wartime Museum will be a one‐of‐a‐kind, world‐class museum. The $50 million project will provide a new cultural, educational and recreational attraction in Prince William County and the Commonwealth of Virginia. An initial market study estimated that the Museum will create 50 direct and 35 indirect jobs, attract more than 300,000 tourists each year and have an annual economic impact of $10 million to $25 million per year at surrounding hotels, restaurants and other businesses.
“We are extremely proud that The Wartime Museum will be located in Prince William County and in Virginia, the heart of American history and patriotism,” said Craig Stewart, President and CEO of The Wartime Museum. “With unwavering support from Prince William County, the Hylton Family’s generous land donation, and The Wartime Museum’s capital campaign, we look forward to the day when we will open the doors of this incredible Museum to veterans, school children, families and visitors from all walks of life.”
The Wartime Museum will honor those who served in all branches of the United States military and on the American home front from World War I to the present day. The Museum will particularly focus on educating young Americans about personal wartime experiences, the realities of war and the sacrifices made by Americans striving to preserve our nation’s freedoms. Indoor and outdoor exhibits will feature The landscapes of War — authentic replicas of battlefront scenes—and will provide a dynamic, interactive experience so visitors can see, hear and touch military vehicles and artifacts.
The Wartime Museum will also be a core attraction along “The Corridor of Military History.” This burgeoning tourism region in Virginia includes such prominent cultural attractions as The National Museum of the Marine Corps near Quantico and the planned National Museum of the U.S. Army at Fort Belvoir.
Initial site grading will begin later this year, and officials anticipate that The Wartime Museum will open to the public on Veterans Day, Nov. 11, 2014.
A site map, downloadable brochure, photos and other resources are available in the media section of The Wartime Museum’s Web site: http://www.thewartimemuseum.org/.
“It is fitting that The Wartime Museum will be located in Prince William County where the military has played a significant role in our community’s history,” said Board of County Supervisors Chairman Corey A. Stewart. “This nation fought its first battle of the Civil War here in 1861, and the County remained on the front line of the war with the second, and bloodier, battle of Manassas. Our community has always been proud that many Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, Marines and Coast Guardsmen have called Prince William home; and this museum will honor our veterans from all services. The Museum will complement the existing resources of The National Museum of the Marine Corps and Manassas National Battlefield Park, and provide continued confirmation that Prince William County is a premier destination for anyone interested in military heritage.”
The Wartime Museum will be a one‐of‐a‐kind, world‐class museum. The $50 million project will provide a new cultural, educational and recreational attraction in Prince William County and the Commonwealth of Virginia. An initial market study estimated that the Museum will create 50 direct and 35 indirect jobs, attract more than 300,000 tourists each year and have an annual economic impact of $10 million to $25 million per year at surrounding hotels, restaurants and other businesses.
“We are extremely proud that The Wartime Museum will be located in Prince William County and in Virginia, the heart of American history and patriotism,” said Craig Stewart, President and CEO of The Wartime Museum. “With unwavering support from Prince William County, the Hylton Family’s generous land donation, and The Wartime Museum’s capital campaign, we look forward to the day when we will open the doors of this incredible Museum to veterans, school children, families and visitors from all walks of life.”
The Wartime Museum will honor those who served in all branches of the United States military and on the American home front from World War I to the present day. The Museum will particularly focus on educating young Americans about personal wartime experiences, the realities of war and the sacrifices made by Americans striving to preserve our nation’s freedoms. Indoor and outdoor exhibits will feature The landscapes of War — authentic replicas of battlefront scenes—and will provide a dynamic, interactive experience so visitors can see, hear and touch military vehicles and artifacts.
The Wartime Museum will also be a core attraction along “The Corridor of Military History.” This burgeoning tourism region in Virginia includes such prominent cultural attractions as The National Museum of the Marine Corps near Quantico and the planned National Museum of the U.S. Army at Fort Belvoir.
Initial site grading will begin later this year, and officials anticipate that The Wartime Museum will open to the public on Veterans Day, Nov. 11, 2014.
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A site map, downloadable brochure, photos and other resources are available in the media section of The Wartime Museum’s Web site: http://www.thewartimemuseum.org/.
February 23, 2010
This Is Why I Love Working with Craig Stewart and The Fine Folks at NMAW
Have You Thanked a Military Family Today?
By Craig Stewart
Want to get in the trenches and work with great people like this? Then click here!
By Craig Stewart
Travelers who take the I-295 Bypass around Richmond, Virginia know Exit 9B—numerous gas stations, fast food restaurants, and quick stop stores. After years of trekking between Alexandria and North Carolina, my family and I know these spots by heart.
Recently returning home from a UNC basketball game, my son and I stopped at Denny’s on Exit 9B for dinner. I was tired and inwardly fretting about a Tar Heel loss, the economy, college tuition, gas prices…and then I saw them.
Three booths away from us sat a uniformed Army sergeant and her children. The kids were well-mannered and seemed to be enjoying their meal. I remembered that Ft. Lee was nearby and began thinking about this family. Where was the father? Was he in the Army too? Deployed? Maybe the sergeant had been so busy with her duties recently that she asked for this Mom’s night out with her children and left Dad at home? Maybe she had just returned from Iraq or Afghanistan?
I didn’t want to intrude, but I was proud to be seated near them. My worries and struggles seemed small compared to what so many military families face every day. They deal with challenges on the home front in ways that most civilians do not understand or appreciate. Finding a new home…packing and moving…leaving grandparents and friends…registering for new schools…registering cars…finding a new place of worship…finding a new temporary job…worrying about loved ones who are deployed…and a thousand other details. Often military spouses have to handle these chores alone. Money is always tight.
I said a short prayer for this Army family in Denny’s, quietly paid their bill when we left ahead of them, and headed back to my comfortable life. It was the least I could do.
Want to get in the trenches and work with great people like this? Then click here!
November 2, 2009
(VIDEO) National Museum of Americans in Wartime Open House 2009
Greg Letiecq put together this awesome video of our 2009 Open House...enjoy!
Better yet, come on by for our next Open house and enjoy it in person!
Better yet, come on by for our next Open house and enjoy it in person!
October 14, 2009
Tanks and T-Shirts!
Hopefully you have already registered for the National Museum of Americans in Wartime annual Open House event on October 24 and 25 at Aden Field near Nokesville, VA. Visitors will see an amazing collection of armored vehicles, tanks in demonstration, helicopters, reenactments, and more. Veterans, families, and students love this event! No admission charge and parking is free.
Our goal is to get exposure for the museum (www.nmaw.org) and attract new members, so here’s a special Open House offer:
Anyone who becomes a new museum member or renews their membership at the Open House on either Saturday or Sunday, October 24 and 25 will receive a cool museum T-shirt and have your name entered in a drawing for the chance to ride in an armored vehicle at the Open House. 35 names will be chosen each day. Major photo op!
Memberships start for as little as $25.
If you haven’t already registered for the Open House, please click here.
September 1, 2009
TANKS IN ACTION!
The National Museum of Americans in Wartime's Chairman Allan Cors and President Craig Stewart invite you to attend a unique event on October 24 and 25:
The 2009 NMAW Open House will feature:
· Over 50 vintage military armored vehicles, including tanks!
· Several armored vehicle demonstrations
· Living history displays and reenactments
· Special performances
· Activities for kids
· And much more!
No charge for admission. Free parking. Refreshments for sale.
You are welcome to join us on Saturday, Sunday, or both days and to bring your family and friends. You must register to attend this event.
Day 1: 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Saturday, October 24th, 2009
Day 2: 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Sunday, October 25th, 2009
Location: Aden Field (aka the "Tank Farm"), Nokesville, VA
RSVP: To register, click here: Register for Open House
Directions: We will send you a confirmation email including driving directions once you submit your registration.
For more information about the National Museum of Americans in Wartime, please visit our Website.
For more information about the 2009 NMAW Open House event, contact Nancy Caputo at event@nmaw.org
July 20, 2009
They Mean Everything Us
This is an article I wrote for the National Museum of Americans in Wartime newsletter, that should be in mailboxes as we speak. Enjoy.
They Mean Everything Us
By David M
I want to thank Craig Stewart and the staff of The National Museum of Americans in Wartime for this opportunity to address its membership. When I first heard about the museum, I knew right away that it was an organization with which I needed to be involved, and I haven’t been disappointed one bit. In my initial meeting with Craig and Elizabeth, I was impressed by their desire to not only bring a multimedia approach to the museum and its mission, but also their desire to embrace this so-called “new media” of blogs and bloggers, and more importantly the Milbloggers.
Some of you I am sure are asking yourself, what is a Milblogger, some may even be asking what is a blog? Well, in essence a blog is a web-site devoted to a person’s writing, a journal if you will and a Milblog is a blog devoted to military matters. Some milblogs are written by Veterans, some by Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines, deployed in support of Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF) and Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) and some are written by the families and friends of those same Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines.
So why was I excited that Craig and his staff were embracing those bloggers, because if you are looking for information on the state of affairs as it concerns OIF or OEF and are reliant upon the newspapers and television newscasts for that information then you are missing out on the whole story. Bloggers tend to write directly from the heart, their only agenda being to tell their families and friends what it is they are going through while deployed, or training to deploy, or for the families, what they have to endure while their loved one is deployed.
More importantly, the milbloggers are already wedded to the mission of the museum, for they too seek to Inspire a new generation to the virtues of service, they seek to Educate those about the life of service that many still endure that is not biased by a political agenda and they also seek to Honor those who are serving our country as well as those who have given their last full measure in service to the same. We accept this final mission because we must as a generation: tell the story of our current heroes in the war on terror because the mainstream media and at times our own Government have failed us miserably in that regard. Some of the biggest and widely read blogs were started because a friend fell in battle and no one was there to write about their accomplishments. As the family friend of a fallen hero memorialized at my own blog The Thunder Run stated in a news story, as she spoke of 1LT Robert Seidel III “…[T]hey mean everything to us.”
They mean everything to us. What more fitting a phrase than to describe the mission of The Museum of Americans in Wartime as they seek to not only tell the stories of our Veterans and those currently in service to our country but also those who “serve” on the home front. We must tell their stories not because they are important, for they are, but because they mean everything to us and the inclusion of bloggers in the museum is a vital link in the outreach in which the museum will find itself in telling those stories and thus Educate those that follow, Inspire a new generation and Honor those who have gone on before us. I can’t think of a better mission to be involved in and I hope that we can have a long and lasting relationship for there are millions of stories waiting to be told.
They Mean Everything Us
By David M
I want to thank Craig Stewart and the staff of The National Museum of Americans in Wartime for this opportunity to address its membership. When I first heard about the museum, I knew right away that it was an organization with which I needed to be involved, and I haven’t been disappointed one bit. In my initial meeting with Craig and Elizabeth, I was impressed by their desire to not only bring a multimedia approach to the museum and its mission, but also their desire to embrace this so-called “new media” of blogs and bloggers, and more importantly the Milbloggers.
Some of you I am sure are asking yourself, what is a Milblogger, some may even be asking what is a blog? Well, in essence a blog is a web-site devoted to a person’s writing, a journal if you will and a Milblog is a blog devoted to military matters. Some milblogs are written by Veterans, some by Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines, deployed in support of Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF) and Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) and some are written by the families and friends of those same Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines.
So why was I excited that Craig and his staff were embracing those bloggers, because if you are looking for information on the state of affairs as it concerns OIF or OEF and are reliant upon the newspapers and television newscasts for that information then you are missing out on the whole story. Bloggers tend to write directly from the heart, their only agenda being to tell their families and friends what it is they are going through while deployed, or training to deploy, or for the families, what they have to endure while their loved one is deployed.
More importantly, the milbloggers are already wedded to the mission of the museum, for they too seek to Inspire a new generation to the virtues of service, they seek to Educate those about the life of service that many still endure that is not biased by a political agenda and they also seek to Honor those who are serving our country as well as those who have given their last full measure in service to the same. We accept this final mission because we must as a generation: tell the story of our current heroes in the war on terror because the mainstream media and at times our own Government have failed us miserably in that regard. Some of the biggest and widely read blogs were started because a friend fell in battle and no one was there to write about their accomplishments. As the family friend of a fallen hero memorialized at my own blog The Thunder Run stated in a news story, as she spoke of 1LT Robert Seidel III “…[T]hey mean everything to us.”
They mean everything to us. What more fitting a phrase than to describe the mission of The Museum of Americans in Wartime as they seek to not only tell the stories of our Veterans and those currently in service to our country but also those who “serve” on the home front. We must tell their stories not because they are important, for they are, but because they mean everything to us and the inclusion of bloggers in the museum is a vital link in the outreach in which the museum will find itself in telling those stories and thus Educate those that follow, Inspire a new generation and Honor those who have gone on before us. I can’t think of a better mission to be involved in and I hope that we can have a long and lasting relationship for there are millions of stories waiting to be told.
April 24, 2009
MilBlog Conference - Tank Event!!!
Would you like to see one of the world’s largest privately-owned collections of military vehicles, including 70+ operational tanks? The National Museum of Americans in Wartime (NMAW) is inviting interested MilBlog Conference attendees to experience vintage military vehicles (World War I forward) up close, on display and in demonstration.
Who: MilBlog Conference attendees are invited
What: Personal viewing of 110+ operational, vintage military vehicles; refreshments.
When: 9:00-11:00 AM, Sunday, April 26.
Where: The collection is housed in Prince William County about 40 miles south of Washington.
How: NMAW will provide directions for those with cars.
RSVP: If you can join us or have questions, please send us an email and don’t forget to include the number of guests.
April 20, 2009
Tanks For The memories - MilBlog Conference Update
My good friend Elizabeth Newberry who is in charge of membership and marketing with The National Museum of Americans in Wartime sends this missive for all Milblog Conference Attendees:
The NMAW is hosting an event for all Milblog Conference attendees on April 26th from 9:00am - 11:00am at the "Tank Farm" in Nokesville, VA.
This event will give you the opportunity to view one of the world's largest collections of fully operational military vehicles. Many of these vehicles will one day call the National Museum of Americans in Wartime home.
There will be a drawing at 9:30am on the 26th and a lucky few will win the chance to drive one of the armored vehicles. You must have sent your RSVP by April 25th and have a valid driver's license to enter for a chance to win.
NMAW will be providing beverages at the event, but there will be no food served.
If you know of anyone that would like to attend please tell them to RSVP with their name, email and number of people attending to tanktour@nmaw.org Once they have sent their RSVP their name will be entered in the drawing and they will be sent an email including details and directions for the day of the event.
In order to get the most accurate head count we do ask that all who intend on coming to the "Tank Farm" RSVP.
Sincerely,
Elizabeth G. Newberry
National Museum of Americans in Wartime
The NMAW is hosting an event for all Milblog Conference attendees on April 26th from 9:00am - 11:00am at the "Tank Farm" in Nokesville, VA.
This event will give you the opportunity to view one of the world's largest collections of fully operational military vehicles. Many of these vehicles will one day call the National Museum of Americans in Wartime home.
There will be a drawing at 9:30am on the 26th and a lucky few will win the chance to drive one of the armored vehicles. You must have sent your RSVP by April 25th and have a valid driver's license to enter for a chance to win.
NMAW will be providing beverages at the event, but there will be no food served.
If you know of anyone that would like to attend please tell them to RSVP with their name, email and number of people attending to tanktour@nmaw.org Once they have sent their RSVP their name will be entered in the drawing and they will be sent an email including details and directions for the day of the event.
In order to get the most accurate head count we do ask that all who intend on coming to the "Tank Farm" RSVP.
Sincerely,
Elizabeth G. Newberry
National Museum of Americans in Wartime
February 10, 2009
Support an Organization that Supports Your Service to Our Country
I know there are plenty or groups out there that are supporting the military and their mission, but I'd like to once again draw your attention to an organization that is not only supporting the current mission but is also honoring all of those American's who have served their country; both on the front lines as well as the home front. That organization is The National Museum of Americans in Wartime (NMAW).
The NMAW's mission is one that I am fully in support of because they seek to do exactly what it is we bloggers, specifically MilBloggers, are trying to do, that being: Honoring those who Serve, Educating the populace about our service, and seeking to Inspire a new generation to serve their country.
Please stop on by and take a look around their web site and I'm sure you'll agree that this is defiantely a worthwhile institution with which to be involved. And then click on the become a member image below and sign up as a member. Trust me you won't regret it.
If you are a blogger and would like to know how you can get on board with the NMAW and quite possibly get in on a trip to Blackwater for a day of fun, drop me a line and I'll send you a personal invite, to this invitation only program.
The NMAW's mission is one that I am fully in support of because they seek to do exactly what it is we bloggers, specifically MilBloggers, are trying to do, that being: Honoring those who Serve, Educating the populace about our service, and seeking to Inspire a new generation to serve their country.
Please stop on by and take a look around their web site and I'm sure you'll agree that this is defiantely a worthwhile institution with which to be involved. And then click on the become a member image below and sign up as a member. Trust me you won't regret it.
If you are a blogger and would like to know how you can get on board with the NMAW and quite possibly get in on a trip to Blackwater for a day of fun, drop me a line and I'll send you a personal invite, to this invitation only program.
October 12, 2008
National Museum of American's in Wartime
Coming in November, 2012, the National Museum of American's in Wartime will bring the personal stories of men and women both from the front and the home front to life for all American's, so that visitors can learn what it is that American's experience during a time of war.
Honor citizens who served our country in times of war at home and abroad.
Educate our visitors about the hardships of wartime by telling the stories of individuals and focusing on the themes of patriotism, courage, service and sacrifice..
Inspire future generations with the knowledge that America will always need dedicated men and women to defend our freedoms at home and abroad.
Join us on Novemeber 11, 2012 for the grand opening.
Honor citizens who served our country in times of war at home and abroad.
Educate our visitors about the hardships of wartime by telling the stories of individuals and focusing on the themes of patriotism, courage, service and sacrifice..
Inspire future generations with the knowledge that America will always need dedicated men and women to defend our freedoms at home and abroad.
Join us on Novemeber 11, 2012 for the grand opening.
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