Pentagon positions aircraft carrier to help Turkey’s earthquake recovery efforts.

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Military news…

NATO chief says US aid is ‘making a difference every day’ on battlefields in Ukraine
NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg met with Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin on Wednesday, and the two said they would evaluate the latest strategies in Ukraine and discuss how U.S. and NATO allies can best help the country.

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Pentagon positions aircraft carrier to help Turkey’s earthquake recovery efforts

The ship will join other U.S. military assets sent to respond to the 7.8 magnitude earthquake that struck Monday — including Urban Search and Rescue teams, C-17 cargo jets, and helicopters to aid in search and rescue efforts.

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US delayed shooting down Chinese spy balloon partly to aid recovery efforts, defense officials say.
The ongoing debris collection from the downed balloon in the shallow waters near South Carolina is easier and safer than it would have been in Alaska, Defense Department officials told senators Thursday.

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North Korean parade showed off record number of ICBMs, analysts say

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un presided over a military parade that showcased the country’s largest-ever display of long-range missiles, according to images published by state-run media.

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I have a fun trip today. Going to lunch with a Vietnam veteran. He was a helicopter pilot, and a gunner. He is very private about his time their. So far I can get information about his being wounded with Chrapinell. He didn’t get the Purple Heart medal, because he didn’t feel like he deserved it. He said he lost too many friends, and he is alive.

I am working on him to accept the medal, because I can arrange that for him.

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There are many veterans that have that mentality. They feel so badly that their buddies died and they lived. I have interviewed several veterans for my upcoming book, Signs of Hope for the Military: IN and Out of The Trenches of Life, that feel that way.

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You are never forsaken.

You are never unloved.

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Spy balloons are just one way that China conducts espionage against the U.S.

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Military news…

Crews search field of debris in Atlantic from downed Chinese balloon, NORAD commander says
Air Force Gen. Glen VanHerck told reporters at the Pentagon that the size of the debris field is estimated to be 1,500 meters by 1,500 meters in about 50 feet of water off the South Carolina coast.

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Lawmakers worry about weapons-makers’ ability to meet demand

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Balloons to cyber attacks: How China has spied on the US for decades
Spy balloons are just one way that China conducts espionage against the U.S.

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Wife Pays Tribute to ‘Selfless’ Marine Veteran Who Died Treating People in Ukraine

Pete Reed, 33, was killed “while rendering aid” in the city of Bakhmut, in Ukraine’s eastern Donetsk region, Global Response Medicine, the group he founded to help provide emergency medical care for people displaced by war or disaster, said in a statement.

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Shot fired after intruder breaks onto Andrews Air Force base
The incident is under investigation.

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I was walking in a mall and a young man told me, “Thank you for your service.” I was wearing an Army hat. That made my day, and made me feel proud. Doesn’t happen all that often, but when it does you feel a rush of pride.

Everytime I see a veteran I thank them for their service. You can see their eyes light up. It makes them feel good, and me too. Often we stop and talk. Too rushed, but gratifying.

Take time to greet your fellow veterans. They are your brothers and sisters.

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FEAR NOT!
There are over 15,219 Veterans on this site who have your back.
If you are battling mentally, but you are losing, GET HELP!!
Here is a toll free number that you can call 24/7. There are highly qualified counselors there to help you, and they will not hang up until they know you are OK.
1-800-273-8255…texting 838255.

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Remember:

You are never alone.

You are never forsaken.

You are never unloved.

And above all…never, ever, give up.

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Reach Out Around you, There Are Many Veterans Seeking Your Help.

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Military news…

‘It’s a surveillance balloon,’ Pentagon says, dismissing China’s weather airship claim
The Pentagon on Friday rejected China’s claim a balloon floating above the central United States was a Chinese civilian weather research craft, though the Defense Department said the airship posed no threat to Americans on the ground.Read more >

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V-22 Ospreys grounded over hard clutch issue
The move affects the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps and Air Force Special Operations Command.

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US military shoots down Chinese spy balloon
Ladies and gentlemen: we got him.

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The Navy’s maintenance troubles are getting worse
Costs and delays are going up, and ships are spending less time in operation.

The Air Force claims a proposed Chinese-owned corn plant near a North Dakota base is a ‘significant’ national security threat.

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I encourage you to check on your friends and neighbors. I did that and found that three of my neighbors were veterans. One of them was a WWII veteran. Two have passed on, but they will be remembered forever.

I go to coffee twice a week, and I found out that two of my coffee buddies are veterans. There is another coffee group that meets at the same time. They have three veterans.

Reach out to find veterans. Be their friends, and help them if they need help.

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I will keep sharing updates on how my upcoming book, Signs of Hope for the Military: In and Out of the trenches of Life. So keep coming back to check the progress. Better yet. God to the top of this page and click on subscribe. When you do all future posts will go directly to your inbox.

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Checking in on you. How are you doing? Is everything going OK, or are you fighting back memories?
FEAR NOT!
There are over 15,219 Veterans on this site who have your back.
If you are battling mentally, but you are losing, GET HELP!!
Here is a toll free number that you can call 24/7. There are highly qualified counselors there to help you, and they will not hang up until they know you are OK.
1-800-273-8255…texting 838255.

_________________________________________________________________

Remember:

You are never alone.

You are never forsaken.

You are never unloved.

And above all…never, ever, give up.

+Now there is an easier way to get help. Just dial 988, and you will have help ready for you.

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