Before and After Normandy Landing Sites
June 5, 1944: The 2nd Battalion US Army Rangers march to their landing craft in Weymouth, England. They were tasked with capturing the German heavy coastal defence battery at Pointe du Hoc to the west of the D-Day landing zone of Omaha BeachReuters
Tourists walk along the beach-front in the Dorset holiday town of Weymouth. The port was the departure point for thousands of Allied troops who took part in the D-Day landingsReuters
June 6, 1944: US reinforcements land on Omaha beach during the Normandy D-Day landings near Vierville sur Mer, FranceReuters
Holidaymakers enjoy the sunshine on the former D-Day landing zone of Omaha beach near Vierville sur Mer, FranceReuters
D-Day Landing Sites Then and Now: Normandy Beaches in 1944 and 70 Years Later
- By David Sim
May 28, 2014
On June 6, 1944, Allied soldiers descended on the beaches of Normandy for D-Day, an operation that turned the tide of the Second World War against the Nazis, marking the beginning of the end of the conflict.
Today, as many around the world prepare to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the landings, pictures of tourists soaking up the sun on Normandy's beaches stand in stark contrast to images taken around the time of the invasion.
Reuters photographer Chris Helgren compiled archive pictures taken during the invasion and went back to the same places to photograph them as they appear today.
Click to see more shots: http://www.ibtimes.co.uk/d-day-landing-sites-then-now-normandy-beaches-1944-70-years-later-1450286
VVMF Memory Program
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| Hello Craig, You won't find the name of my brother, PFC Daniel Drury, on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. He is one of many American heroes who returned home from Vietnam, but later died as a result of their service. Dan passed away in 1979 at the age of 31 due to complications from Agent Orange exposure. Today, on In Memory Day, Dan is being inducted into VVMF's In Memory Program—created to ensure those who died as a result of the Vietnam War, yet don't meet the Defense Department criteria for inclusion on The Wall, are always remembered alongside their fellow veterans. Learn more about this important program, and find out how you can apply to have a name added to the In Memory Honor Roll today. I spoke earlier today at VVMF's In Memory Day ceremony. It was a wonderful experience getting to tell the story of my kind-hearted brother, who had a heart of gold. Dan and I were two of six siblings, each with our own personalities. He was the quiet one of the family, but he always stood out—and it wasn't just because he was 6'10". His kindness carried over to his service in Vietnam, as well. His helicopter team was often responsible for picking up the remains of soldiers who were killed. He earned the nickname "boy" because of how deeply each mission would affect him. Upon returning home, he eventually found a life that made him happy. He died only shortly after his daughter turned two. I'm so thankful VVMF's In Memory program will give her an opportunity to know her dad, and to be around people who have similar stories. We want to make sure every name is counted and honored as a part of In Memory. Learn more about the program and how to apply to have a name added today: http://www.vvmf.org/ Thank you, Annette Conway |
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Happy Hour Sarasota Wine Club Friday July 11, 2014 1700 to 1900
Happy Hour
Sarasota Wine Club - O'Club For the DayDowntown Sarasota at 1528 Main Street
Second Friday of the Month
July 11, 2014
Military Time - 1700 to 1900
Civilian / Air Force - 5 to 7 pm
Navy/Coast Guard - A couple of Bells or Pipes
Army/Marine - the little hand is on the 5
Uniform - Summer Service C or appropriate civilian attire. Cammies, Fatigues, Flight suits, speedos, and short shorts are authorized. Spouses are recommended.
We want to recreate the camaraderie of the O' Club that we enjoyed in our younger days.
No cost except for what you eat or drink - No Reservations.
Spouses are encourage to attend.
Show up or you will be given a bad haircut and sent to an unpleasant place.
Spouses are encourage to attend.
Show up or you will be given a bad haircut and sent to an unpleasant place.
Most of our MOAA Members enjoyed our Happy Hour at the Sarasota Wine Club on June 13, 2014. The club has two intimate rooms in the rear and a large wine tasting area. Staff did a great job providing excellent complimentary hors d'oeuvres. You can buy drinks by the glass or purchase a card that enables you to sample a wide variety of wines in one, two, or three ounce "tastes". Very nice.
We plan on making this our O'Club of the Hour for some time. Look forward to seeing you at the next Happy Hour on July 11, 2014.
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Happy Hour Sarasota Wine Club Friday June 13, 2014 1700 to 1900
Most of our MOAA Members enjoyed our Happy Hour at the Sarasota Wine Club on June 13, 2014. Staff did a great job providing excellent complimentary hors d'oeuvres. You can buy drinks by the glass or purchase a card that enables you to sample a wide variety of wines in one, two, or three ounce "tastes". Very nice.
We plan on making this our O'Club of the Hour for some time. Look forward to seeing you at the next Happy Hour on July 11, 2014.
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Our MOAA Happy Hour has moved to the Sarasota Wine Club. This is a very nice place in the heart of downtown Sarasota on 1528 Main Street.Second Friday June 13, 2014 at the O'Club of the Day.
Military Time - 1700 to 1900
Air Force - 5 to 7 pm
Navy/Coast Guard - A couple of Bells or Pipes
Army/Marine - the little hand is on the 5
Uniform - Summer Service C or appropriate civilian attire. Cammies, Fatigues, Flight suits, speedos, and short shorts are authorized.
We want to recreate the camaraderie of the O' Club that we enjoyed in our younger days.
No cost except for what you eat or drink - No Reservations.
Show up or you will be given a bad haircut and sent to an unpleasant place.
Show up or you will be given a bad haircut and sent to an unpleasant place.
We look forward to seeing you.
Sorry about the last minute change.
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