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OT: Iraq War Blog (NOT a political thread)
http://michaelyon.blogspot.com/
I found this link from another site I visit and well, it's quite a read. I was in operation dessert storm and it was nothing like what these men have been going through. Last edited by MizzouRah : 09-01-2005 at 02:00 PM. |
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This story gave me goosebumps and made me sick to my stomach all at the same time. Our men and women overseas " and those of other countries as well" are truly an amazing breed. Theyre courage , bravery, and professionalism in the face of such horendous conditions fills me with awe.
MizzouRah, Thank you for sharing this article. Last edited by capsicum : 08-30-2005 at 11:05 AM. |
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Every time I read Michael Yon's stuff I wonder why the heck he's a freelancer. I mean, it's not like his stuff is cheeleading for the Bush administration. He's just a damn good writer who obviously cares a lot about the guys he's covering. Why hasn't someone picked him up yet?
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Me too. No problem, I didn't find the link.. I found it on another site I visit. |
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08-30-2005, 11:32 AM | #5 |
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Wow. That's riveting stuff. Thanks for sharing that.
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08-30-2005, 12:50 PM | #6 |
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Great read. Thanks for the link.
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08-31-2005, 10:44 AM | #7 |
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The more I search thru this reporters blog the more im blown away....Im completely stunned this guy is a freelance writer his blog is definetly the best reports ive read from over there, he dosent sugar coat anything.
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I think we're going to get him on the show here in the next couple of days. When we do I'll let you guys know.
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08-31-2005, 10:58 AM | #9 |
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That would be awesome, Cam...
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Hey thats awesome...please find out his shipping addy for sending him goodies...
"if its on the blog and ive missed it , I will probably stumble accross it soon as I now have his blog bookmarked." I would like to support him, Ive already made note of how to donate financial support.. |
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08-31-2005, 12:17 PM | #12 |
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Wow. Just incredible.
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09-01-2005, 11:18 AM | #13 |
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I think this post would be getting a lot more views if people didnt have a misconception about it being a political thread. Mizzourah , just a suggestion but you might want to clarify that ...I personally believe this is one of the best threads out there currently.
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actually I think we might have him next Tuesday or Wednesday. I'll let you know for sure just as soon as I get confirmation.
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In case anyone's wondering... he actually is reading his e-mail over there. I sent him a quick note, and he did take a second to reply:
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That's great Franklin!
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Update:
Looks like Michael Yon's going to be on NRAnews.com tomorrow afternoon around 4:20. That's Wednesday, September 7th.
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If for some reason we can't catch the stream, do you archive these?
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until the start of the next show, yes. so you'll be able to watch it until 3:00 Eastern on Thursday.
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dola: i'll see about posting a quicktime at my blog afterwards as well.
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I just read the Gates of Fire entry.
Wow. I think every adult has moments where they wonder what they would do/how they would react in those types of situations. Pretty incredible what these men and women are faced with every day.
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Great read, thanks MissouRah
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update: was supposed to interview michael yon at 10 a.m. this morning. Had trouble connecting with him (he's actually in Qutar right now), but have been told that he'll reschedule.
Sorry.
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Just finished the interview with Michael Yon. It'll be on www.nranews.com at straight up 5 o'clock eastern. will be able to put it up on my blog in a couple of days if you can't tune in.
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He's updated the blog with a brief report.
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Good stuff there. I believe there are a hell of alot of people on this board and across this country who could definetly benefit from reading LTC Erik Kurilla statements. Hopefully they will. And hopefully they will do it with the insight that this man has been in the fight and not making political statements from his comfy armchair. Sounds like truly an amazing man. God Bless him.
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