Veterans Day 2022

August · 11-11-22, 11:00 AM

Happy Veterans day to all my fellow countrymen who once wore the uniform of our nation.

We have a bit of a different slant to 11/11 than our British and Commonwealth Friends. To us it is the day that we appreciate those who have served their country honorably. A day for old men to pin on a medal or wear an old cap and be thanked for their service by a grateful public. Unlike Armistice Day it is not supposed to be a somber remembrance of the dead but rather a celebration of the living.

Our day for (what should be solemn) remembrance is Memorial Day where we pay homage to those who gave their lives in service to our country.

There is also a third holiday called Armed Forces Day (although nobody gets it off, including the Armed Forces), which is for those who are currently serving in the military.

Rockstar · 11-11-22, 12:30 PM

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Originally Posted by August

Happy Veterans day to all my fellow countrymen who once wore the uniform of our nation.

We have a bit of a different slant to 11/11 than our British and Commonwealth Friends. To us it is the day that we appreciate those who have served their country honorably. A day for old men to pin on a medal or wear an old cap and be thanked for their service by a grateful public. Unlike Armistice Day it is not supposed to be a somber remembrance of the dead but rather a celebration of the living.

Our day for (what should be solemn) remembrance is Memorial Day where we pay homage to those who gave their lives in service to our country.

There is also a third holiday called Armed Forces Day (although nobody gets it off, including the Armed Forces), which is for those who are currently serving in the military.

And a happy Veterans Day to you sir!

Rockstar · 11-11-22, 12:56 PM

Here’s me with two of my shipmates 1992. From left to right “Snacks”, our machinist who always seemed to have snacks in his pockets or eating something. “The Brit” a madman and gunner from Wales, and me “Sven”

Here’s our boats Gunnersmate “The Brit” with his favorite toy getting ready for either a gunex or sink some Haitian boats.

Now retired and lovin’ it.

Rockstar · 11-11-22, 01:43 PM

We had to use our muscles to keep that beast on target. These days I think they’re all on stabilized mounts and controlled with a joystick. I tell ya these kids today have it made.

Regardless of the type of mount it certainly could ruin anyones day on the water, especially using API

Commander Wallace · 11-11-22, 02:20 PM

I'm very pleased to see this day remembered here in Subsim. I had a a chance to come in and post this thread. I'm thrilled someone ( August ) beat me to it.

Happy Veteran's day To all of my fellow country men who answered the call. To you as well August and Rockstar. Former Submariner ETSN comes to mind as well. For me, It's a day to honor those who served And recognize and remember their sacrifices.

I know that former Subsim member Sailor Steve was a Navy vet too. My thoughts are with his loss as well, today.

August · 11-11-22, 02:34 PM

This is me in Holland in the summer of 1979.

I've aged a bit too.

Catfish · 11-11-22, 04:37 PM

^ and ^^ ... sometimes i think we should have a 'like' button.
Since we don't i just want to say i like this post, and the idea of veteran's day.
Even if my forefathers were on another side, so to speak. At the time.

11-11-22, 11:00 AM	#1
August Wayfaring Stranger Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 23,198 Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	Veterans Day 2022 Happy Veterans day to all my fellow countrymen who once wore the uniform of our nation. We have a bit of a different slant to 11/11 than our British and Commonwealth Friends. To us it is the day that we appreciate those who have served their country honorably. A day for old men to pin on a medal or wear an old cap and be thanked for their service by a grateful public. Unlike Armistice Day it is not supposed to be a somber remembrance of the dead but rather a celebration of the living. Our day for (what should be solemn) remembrance is Memorial Day where we pay homage to those who gave their lives in service to our country. There is also a third holiday called Armed Forces Day (although nobody gets it off, including the Armed Forces), which is for those who are currently serving in the military. __________________ Flanked by life and the funeral pyre. Putting on a show for you to see.

11-11-22, 12:56 PM	#3
Rockstar In the Brig Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Zendia Bar & Grill Posts: 12,614 Downloads: 10 Uploads: 0	Here’s me with two of my shipmates 1992. From left to right “Snacks”, our machinist who always seemed to have snacks in his pockets or eating something. “The Brit” a madman and gunner from Wales, and me “Sven” Here’s our boats Gunnersmate “The Brit” with his favorite toy getting ready for either a gunex or sink some Haitian boats. Now retired and lovin’ it. Last edited by Rockstar; 11-11-22 at 07:05 PM.

11-11-22, 01:43 PM	#4
Rockstar In the Brig Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Zendia Bar & Grill Posts: 12,614 Downloads: 10 Uploads: 0	We had to use our muscles to keep that beast on target. These days I think they’re all on stabilized mounts and controlled with a joystick. I tell ya these kids today have it made. Regardless of the type of mount it certainly could ruin anyones day on the water, especially using API Last edited by Rockstar; 11-11-22 at 05:26 PM.

11-11-22, 02:34 PM	#6
August Wayfaring Stranger Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 23,198 Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	This is me in Holland in the summer of 1979. I've aged a bit too. __________________ Flanked by life and the funeral pyre. Putting on a show for you to see.

11-11-22, 04:37 PM	#7
Catfish Dipped Squirrel Operative Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: ..where the ocean meets the sky Posts: 17,766 Downloads: 38 Uploads: 0	^ and ^^ ... sometimes i think we should have a 'like' button. Since we don't i just want to say i like this post, and the idea of veteran's day. Even if my forefathers were on another side, so to speak. At the time. __________________ >^..^<*)))>{ All generalizations are wrong.

11-11-22, 02:20 PM	#5
Commander Wallace Navy Seal Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Under the sea in an Octupus garden in the shade Posts: 5,295 Downloads: 366 Uploads: 0	I'm very pleased to see this day remembered here in Subsim. I had a a chance to come in and post this thread. I'm thrilled someone ( August ) beat me to it. Happy Veteran's day To all of my fellow country men who answered the call. To you as well August and Rockstar. Former Submariner ETSN comes to mind as well. For me, It's a day to honor those who served And recognize and remember their sacrifices. I know that former Subsim member Sailor Steve was a Navy vet too. My thoughts are with his loss as well, today.