How Many Vets On Here

[djay101]

You and I (arctic wolf) may not of seen combat... But we voluntarily signed on the line because we loved our country. We got paid crap and put up with crappy conditions... we didn't whine about the politics, we didn't whine about the conditions. We did our job. I look at these whiners these days and truly believe we are the last of the greatest generation. These millennials just don't get it.

[Arctic Wolf]

Thanks.
And I think for the most part you're right the next generation is pretty pathetic.
But not all of them...

[doc73]

The ones coming through our doors are mostly pathetic... Very rare to find a millennial that is not.

[djay101]

Originally Posted by Arctic Wolf

Thanks.
And I think for the most part you're right the next generation is pretty pathetic.
But not all of them...

There is always the few. Didn't mean to get too political. I just love my country and that's why I bought an RV to explore all the great things it has to offer!

[tuckerdog1]

You sign the papers, raise your right hand, take the oath. Then you go where they send you & do what they tell you. Don't belittle your service because it wasn't combat. That risk was always present.

Tuckerdog1

[AlanSandy]

20 years Army 1977 - 1997
10 yrs 51M firefighter
10 yrs 52E Prime power
Now work in a power plant. enjoyed all my time in.
Retiring again in 14 months and then full time rving.
Ft Campbell
Ft Wainwright
Ft Leonard Wood
Camp Page
Ft Bragg
Ft Belvoir
Ft Clayton

[CaptnJohn]

Originally Posted by djay101

You and I (arctic wolf) may not of seen combat... But we voluntarily signed on the line because we loved our country. We got paid crap and put up with crappy conditions... we didn't whine about the politics, we didn't whine about the conditions. We did our job. I look at these whiners these days and truly believe we are the last of the greatest generation. These millennials just don't get it.

I was told it takes 5 - 9 to support each 1 in combat. I'm happy those support personnel were on the large installations in country and in the states. Any time I hear someone say (just heard it again yesterday) "I never saw combat" I tell them 'be happy about that and I'm happy you did not'. Thankfully, only a small percentage in country saw combat but something never forgotten no matter how hard one may try. Thank you for your service,

[djay101]

AlanSandy thank you for your service. Tuckerdog... Amen brother. Dock73... this is why I can't be quiet. Too much disrespect... Too much self glorification for a non- purposeful life. So much selfishness and not enough selflessness...

[BuzzWolfAR]

Originally Posted by djay101

Arctic wolf... You did your time... You're a veteran. Thank you for your service.[emoji106]

Second that.

[RamblinFever]

Thank you for your service. Retired USAF '69-'92

[djay101]

CaptnJohn, thank you for your service sir. I won't Proclaim to know what you have seen and done. I will thank you for the opportunity to assist.

[Arctic Wolf]

Thanks guys. You've made me feel proud of my service.

[Rich S]

US Army Vietnam 69-70

[TheWolfPaq82]

Father....US ARMY Korea.
Father-in-Law US ARMY WWII...served under Patton.
Brother...US ARMY Vietnam.
Brother-in-Law...US MARINE Hotel 25 Company Vietnam.

Once again...THANKS !! To all that have served this country.

[Goofy1]

Hey guys & Gals, late to the party as usual.

U.S. Army 1971-1992 20 years, 4 days, 3 hours active. Started as a 35N and quit as a 68P. Over 10 years at Ft Campbell, KY.

Thanks to all that went before me to pave the way and the ones after me that carry on the traditions.

Garth aka Goofy1

[Jane1550]

Originally Posted by Arctic Wolf

Thanks.
And I think for the most part you're right the next generation is pretty pathetic.
But not all of them...

Our son is active Army EOD/Ranger, Our daughter is a Navy spouse, our grandchildren STAND when the Ensign passes and the Anthem plays, not all is lost...

[Arctic Wolf]

Originally Posted by Jane1550

Our son is active Army EOD/Ranger, Our daughter is a Navy spouse, our grandchildren STAND when the Ensign passes and the Anthem plays, not all is lost...

Thank you for raising such fine citizens.

[KRedburn]

Arctic Thanks for your service. Support for combatants is equally important imho
Grandfather --- Army Spanish American War non combatant
Father --- Army WWII- 41st Infantry Sunset Division Msgt Bronze Star Combatant
Brother -- Marines Vietnam Era non combatant
Myself --- Navy Vietnam Era/Cold War Missile Fire Control E5 Non combatant

Father in law Army WWII non combatant
Brother in law Army Rangers Vietnam Era LT. Helo Pilot non combatant

My son was not allowed to sign on when he tried -- health issue
My daughter now regrets she did not go in as a doctor

Have 7 grand kids I am hoping at least a couple "sign the line" and do what is needed. At least they will grow to respect our country and all service personnel.

Not bragging here. Just showing that many are stationed in positions that end up being non combatant but just as necessary!

Again Thank you and ALL of the people whether retired/active/or served our country and answered the call.

Where's the beer!

[Arctic Wolf]

Yes we all need a beer!!!

[TheWolfPaq82]

Originally Posted by Arctic Wolf

Yes we all need a beer!!!

It's always 5:00 somewhere.