'It is rather for us to be here dedicated to the great task remaining before us -- that from these honored dead we take increased devotion to that cause for which they gave the last full measure of devotion -- that we here highly resolve that these dead shall not have died in vain -- that this nation, under God, shall have a new birth of freedom -- and that government of the people, by the people, for the people, shall not perish from the earth.'
Preserving a piece of US Maritime History - invaluable
The USS Olympia is a cruiser that fought in the Spanish American War in 1898 and has been preserved in Philadelphia. She's a one of a kind ship, a national historic monument, and in danger. She needs approximately $10-15 million in repairs to keep her a viable museum for years to come. If you have the resources, or connections to those resources, please consider helping. (full disclosure - there is no financial benefit to me to ask the question - we need to save this ship for posterity). Please contact me at 612-599-1935 or bdskon@fedex.com if you have additional questions.
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Friday, August 24, 2012
Thursday, August 23, 2012
CDR Salamander: At Least Someone is Getting a New Frigate
CDR Salamander: At Least Someone is Getting a New Frigate: We tainted them a bit with the marketing gimmick for the name ... but otherwise, it's a frigate . The design of the Royal Navy's latest wars...
Tuesday, August 21, 2012
Monday, August 20, 2012
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CHARLESTOWN, Mass (Aug. 19, 2012) The world's oldest commissioned warship, USS Constitution, sails under her own power. This is only the second time in 131 years traveling without help. The last time Constitution sailed was 1997. This exercise commemorates the 200th anniversary of the Constitution's victory over the British frigate Guerriere during the War of 1812. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Andrew Meyers/ Released)
CHARLESTOWN, Mass (Aug. 19, 2012) The world's oldest commissioned warship, USS Constitution, sails under her own power. This is only the second time in 131 years traveling without help. The last time Constitution sailed was 1997. This exercise commemorates the 200th anniversary of the Constitution's victory over the British frigate Guerriere during the War of 1812. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Andrew Meyers/ Released)
Sunday, August 19, 2012
Mackenzie Eaglen: Defense vs. Food Stamps—What Would You Choose?
Defense or Foodstamps?
Not difficult for me:
1. If you build it, and pay people to build it - no need for foodstamps
2. Foodstamps? This president has done such a poor job understanding the economy, it causes people to go on foodstamps. Plus, something in me makes me think he wants people dependant on government.
Not difficult for me:
1. If you build it, and pay people to build it - no need for foodstamps
2. Foodstamps? This president has done such a poor job understanding the economy, it causes people to go on foodstamps. Plus, something in me makes me think he wants people dependant on government.
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