Author Archives: Roger Young

About Roger Young

Roger served with A Troop, 3/17th Air Cav "Silver Spurs" as a Scout Crew Chief in Vietnam from '69 - '70.

The South Under Fire

Posted on 06/28/2015 by Roger Young

28 Jun 2015: I find the recent flap over the Confederate battle flag as a direct attack on the South and it’s heritage. I served with many Southerners in Vietnam and the warrior ethos is in their DNA. Today 40% … Continue reading →

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USS ARIZONA and MISSOURI 16″ Gun Barrels – The Bookends of WWII

Posted on 05/29/2015 by Roger Young

Great video!

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Memorial Day Taps for My Fallen Spurs

Posted on 05/25/2015 by Roger Young

Never Forgotten…

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3 Great Vacation Ideas for Veterans

Posted on 05/14/2015 by Roger Young

Now that you’re retired it’s time to get out there and enjoy yourself. But where are the best destinations for the activities you enjoy the most? From fishing and hunting, to relaxing on sandy beaches, there are just so many … Continue reading →

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It Is Finished…

Posted on 04/03/2015 by Roger Young
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President Reagan on Freedom

Posted on 02/23/2015 by Roger Young

This is certainly NOT the message we hear from President Obama today as the world faces barbaric terrorism that is only spreading… – Roger Young, co-editor

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New Combat Documentary From Kunar – No Greater Love

Posted on 02/05/2015 by Roger Young
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4 Helpful Lesser-Known Veterans Benefits

Posted on 02/03/2015 by Roger Young

As a veteran, you are probably aware of some of the benefits to which you are entitled. Most veterans know about the medical care services that you can receive through a VA hospital, and you might already be familiar with … Continue reading →

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Great Special Veteran Projects by KOMO-TV4

Posted on 12/24/2014 by Roger Young

Shared with us for our use by then KOMO-TV producer and Special Projects Manager, Doug Tolmie. These are special memories for Pam and myself. Hope you enjoy them! – Roger Dog Tags, 1998: Vietnam Wall Experience 2001:

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DIY Military Training: Build a Backyard Boot Camp

Posted on 12/17/2014 by Roger Young

Joining the military is an honored and respected tradition in this country, often following from generation to generation as children see the good that their parents are doing and seek to emulate that sense of duty. Training to join the … Continue reading →

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3 Tips to Help Build Community-Camaraderie after Military Service

Posted on 10/23/2014 by Roger Young

President Barack Obama announced this past May that the number of U.S. troops in Afghanistan would be reduced from 32,000 to 9,800 by the end of 2014. That means over 20,000 veterans will be returning to their homes and re-acclimating … Continue reading →

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4 Ways To Help A Returning Female Veteran

Posted on 09/18/2014 by Roger Young

Americans hold a special place for vets returning from active duty. Even closer to our nation’s heart are female veterans who often return from combat duty to take up lives as mother, wife, and friend. Though no more or less … Continue reading →

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Project Vigil: D-Day 2014, The saluting boy on Omaha beach

Posted on 08/01/2014 by Roger Young

This video was sent to me and is one of the most inspirational videos I’ve ever seen! The video producer writes: “On June 6th, 2014, my 11 year old son wanted to say thank you to the soldiers who fought … Continue reading →

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Seafair Parade of Ships & Flight 2014

Posted on 07/31/2014 by Roger Young

Parade of ships & aircraft, Seafair Fleet Week. Video by Pam Young:

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Best US Cities for Vets to Settle Down

Posted on 07/28/2014 by Roger Young

When we talk about our fellow veterans, especially returning vets, one size does not fit all. Some vets return willing and able to find a job and go back to domestic life. Others want to go back to school. Some … Continue reading →

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Texas Capitol Vietnam Veterans Monument (Texas Country Reporter)

Posted on 07/22/2014 by Roger Young

An OUTSTANDING video on the Vietnam Veterans Monument in Austin, Texas, brought to my attention by Spur 3, Chuck Oualline:

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Vietnam POWs Taking Responsibility when Deprived of All Rights

Posted on 07/04/2014 by Roger Young

Produced by Pleasant Valley Middle School:

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Military Tech Innovations: Hybrid Stealth Motorcycle

Posted on 06/21/2014 by Roger Young

The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency is working with Logos Technology to develop a near-silent hybrid-electric motorcycle for military use. This technology could not only create a stealthy weapon for the military, but also a new way to combat greenhouse … Continue reading →

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The Collings Foundation’s F-100F and Colonel George “Bud” Day Celebration and Flight

Posted on 06/20/2014 by Roger Young

A great video honoring a great American hero:

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Remembering D-Day, June 6th 1944

Posted on 06/06/2014 by Roger Young

D-Day, June 6, 1944 – U.S. Army Complete Broadcast Day D-Day (June 6, 1944) Scenes From D-Day, Then and Now – The Atlantic The lead P-51 below flew four sorties over Normandy on D-Day and was recently restored:

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