JohnC Posted May 28, 2018 Posted May 28, 2018 5 minutes ago, Bill_with_it said: True all american. Thank you! He should never be forgotten. He is one of the few NFL players who got drafted and the only player killed during the Viet Nam war era. Rocky Bleier from the Steelers is someone who should be honored for his service on this day. He was wounded and returned to play. He's still alive. The link is from a column written by Sally Jenkins. I don't want to focus on the flag debate but rather on the story of Rocky Bleier serving and getting wounded in VietNam. http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/football/ct-spt-nfl-national-anthem-20180527-story.html 1
Marv's Neighbor Posted May 28, 2018 Posted May 28, 2018 Being a Vet, I don't think anybody asks for or expects any "thanks," but the "protesters" never think about why/how they are able to protest. It's a little bothersome that our flag and anthem have become the false focus of a protest. 3
nero1 Posted May 28, 2018 Posted May 28, 2018 As another vet of the Vietnam era, people must remember that this day has been set aside for those who gave their live. Veterans day is when we honor the rest. Another to remember was the Arizona player KIA in afganistan.
Fadingpain Posted May 28, 2018 Posted May 28, 2018 9 hours ago, Marv's Neighbor said: Being a Vet, I don't think anybody asks for or expects any "thanks," but the "protesters" never think about why/how they are able to protest. It's a little bothersome that our flag and anthem have become the false focus of a protest. The flag and anthem are not the focus of the recent NFL protests. In fact, they have nothing to do with the protests. As you point out, what separates America from lots of places is our ability to protest. The more of it going on, the better America is working at being America. Many here don't seem to get that. 2
LeGOATski Posted May 29, 2018 Posted May 29, 2018 9 hours ago, nero1 said: As another vet of the Vietnam era, people must remember that this day has been set aside for those who gave their live. Veterans day is when we honor the rest. Another to remember was the Arizona player KIA in afganistan. Pat Tillman
John from Riverside Posted May 29, 2018 Posted May 29, 2018 We veterans get it......a big thank you out there to my fellow comrades! 1
PlayoffsPlease Posted May 29, 2018 Posted May 29, 2018 1 hour ago, Fadingpain said: The flag and anthem are not the focus of the recent NFL protests. In fact, they have nothing to do with the protests. As you point out, what separates America from lots of places is our ability to protest. The more of it going on, the better America is working at being America. Many here don't seem to get that. You are wrong.
Returntoglory Posted May 29, 2018 Posted May 29, 2018 A true Hero. On this day I salute my fellow Veterans who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our great nation. 2
ColoradoBills Posted May 29, 2018 Posted May 29, 2018 11 hours ago, Bill_with_it said: True all american. Thank you! Thanks for starting this thread Bill. Salute to you Bob!
The Red King Posted May 29, 2018 Posted May 29, 2018 Never forget those who fought not just so they could be free, but rather so we all could be.
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