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Jerald Terwilliger
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What the US Army thinks of Vietnam Veterans
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From the deafening silence it appears everyone agrees.
Anyone who served during the Vietnam era should be outraged by this. It is one of the worstslap in the face at all our veterans.You can read it on my bloghttp://jerry88acwv-americancoldwarveterans.blogspot.com/2010/03/what-us-army-thinks-of-vietnam-…
Members of the American Cold War Veterans were very honored to attend a meeting and luncheon with the Military Order of Foreign Wars of the United States, one of the oldestVSO's.A report can be read here http://jerry88acwv-americancoldwarveterans.bl…
This particular plan got dropped within a few days of it being proposed. Guess I should have posted that.
But, now with the big fight going on about the Health Care plan, not sure how this will affect veterans.
Things seem to be going back and forth…
Disrespecting veterans by taking away/or charging for benefits earned for serviceto this country would be a huge mistake! I would like to think there would be such an uproar from veterans and veterans groups that Washington would (and should) drop t…
We need your support to get this done this year. Contact your elected officials http://bit.ly/97vi8mJerry
I hope this comes through in a big rush. There are way too many casesof PTSD not getting proper treatment. http://bit.ly/7JbeY5Jerry
It seems the good Senator is not adverse to accepting awards from foreign countries. Yet he still fights
against a Cold War Service Medal. http://bit.ly/85D1Gn
Contact Sen. McCain ask him to cosponsor S.2743 The Cold War Service Medal Act 2009.
It i…
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- http://www.myspace.com/jeraldterwilliger
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- http://www.linkedin.com/in/jerryterwilliger
- What City, State (or part of the world) do you live in?
- South Portland, Maine
- What branch of Military did you service
- Navy
- What Year Did You Enter Service?
- April 15, 1960
- What Year did you leave the Military?
- March 23, 1970
- What Units did you serve with?
- USS Donner LSD-20, USS Raleigh LPD-1, TDY (or TAD)Commander Amphibious Forces Atlantic during Cuban Blockade, Naval Communications Station San Miguel, Philippines, Commander Western Sea Frontier
- List any wars, conflicts, campaigns, etc you served in
- The Cold War, The Congo, Cuban Blockade, Dominican Republic, Haiti, Communications support to forces in Vietnam, from Navcomsta Philippines
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- Jerald
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- Terwilliger
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- Jerry, Turk, Tweety
- What was your job, career, MOS, etc
- Radioman First Class
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- USS Donner LSD-20, USS Raleigh LPD-1, americancoldwarvets.org, NBC Newsvine, Twitter (Jerry88ACWV,
- Member Interests?
- History, The Cold War, My 4 dogs and 5 cats. Writting poetry
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Are Some Veterans More Deserving"
I had this published on NBC Newsvine, if you would like to read it there, leave a comment and vote for it
would be appreciated. A link for the Newsvine
http://jerterw.newsvine.com/_news/2008/08/27/1793273-are-some-veterans-more-deserving
Why does it seem that "Combat Veterans", or "Foreign Service", or "Wartime" veterans are treated differently than non-combat vets?
Some of the Veterans Servi… Continue
would be appreciated. A link for the Newsvine
http://jerterw.newsvine.com/_news/2008/08/27/1793273-are-some-veterans-more-deserving
Why does it seem that "Combat Veterans", or "Foreign Service", or "Wartime" veterans are treated differently than non-combat vets?
Some of the Veterans Servi… Continue
Posted on August 27, 2008 at 4:00pm — 3 Comments
A Peaceful Sunday Afternoon
It was a peaceful summer Sunday afternoon. Mom and dad and the kids just came home from church.
"Ok kids upstairs and change your clothes" dad said. He then grabbed his wife and have her a big hug,
wiped the tears from her cheeck.
They had just attended the funeral of their best friend's son. It was a sad and somber ceremony. Joe had died
while serving in the military. His pall bearers were all fellow servicemen from his hometown. Marines, Air Force,
Navy, Army were all there.
The church was f… Continue
"Ok kids upstairs and change your clothes" dad said. He then grabbed his wife and have her a big hug,
wiped the tears from her cheeck.
They had just attended the funeral of their best friend's son. It was a sad and somber ceremony. Joe had died
while serving in the military. His pall bearers were all fellow servicemen from his hometown. Marines, Air Force,
Navy, Army were all there.
The church was f… Continue
Posted on August 12, 2008 at 11:30am —
A Time of Peace?
“A Time of Peace?”
Once upon a time, following the “war to end all wars” there was a time of “peace”. Or so it was called, it was a peace that was fraught with tension, threats and great fear. The world was attempting to find peace, but it was not an easy task.
Two super powers, the United States and its allies, and the Soviet Union and the Communist Bloc nations
seemed bent on destroying each other. It began in a small way and continued to escalate, from September 1945 to December 1991, it wa… Continue
Once upon a time, following the “war to end all wars” there was a time of “peace”. Or so it was called, it was a peace that was fraught with tension, threats and great fear. The world was attempting to find peace, but it was not an easy task.
Two super powers, the United States and its allies, and the Soviet Union and the Communist Bloc nations
seemed bent on destroying each other. It began in a small way and continued to escalate, from September 1945 to December 1991, it wa… Continue
Posted on August 10, 2008 at 4:56pm —
Why Does Congress, DOD, VA Hate Veterans
erald TerwilligerWe were called to serve, either volunteered or were drafted. We spent our tour of duty in the military with pride
and honor. In far away places, we were sent to some places that were very harsh, the cold of Germany or Korea in the winter; and the heat of the jungle in Vietnam, the desert of Iraq and Afghanistan.
We did as we were told, went where ever we were sent. Ate, slept, showered when and where ordered. Put our
normal lives on hold, and lived not as a private citizen, but… Continue
and honor. In far away places, we were sent to some places that were very harsh, the cold of Germany or Korea in the winter; and the heat of the jungle in Vietnam, the desert of Iraq and Afghanistan.
We did as we were told, went where ever we were sent. Ate, slept, showered when and where ordered. Put our
normal lives on hold, and lived not as a private citizen, but… Continue
Posted on August 6, 2008 at 2:00am —
A Mother's Day Wish For All Women In Uniform
Happy Mother's Day To Women In Uniform, Past Or Present
You served our Country proud and true
Even if it took you far from home and family
You stood tall, you did your best
You may have missed birthdays and all the holidays
School plays, band recitals your seat was there emptily
You may have wondered why am I here
Will they know me when I return
Then you came home, and without a doubt
You knew them by their happy, tearful shout
Welome home Mom, we love you so
We missed you and were sad when y… Continue
You served our Country proud and true
Even if it took you far from home and family
You stood tall, you did your best
You may have missed birthdays and all the holidays
School plays, band recitals your seat was there emptily
You may have wondered why am I here
Will they know me when I return
Then you came home, and without a doubt
You knew them by their happy, tearful shout
Welome home Mom, we love you so
We missed you and were sad when y… Continue
Posted on August 4, 2008 at 1:53am —
Comment Wall (11 comments)
- At 3:01pm on May 18, 2009,
Art Farash said… - This is entirely appropriate to be recognized in this manner as a "Supporter" and myself have honored several hundred veterans of all services as "Supporters" for their volunteer work in support of the Army and its Veterans. Its just the implication in the news article that you were recognized as an "Army Veteran" instead of clearly showing you were an ""Army Supporter" as in this case. Thankyou for your support. However I still have no strong feelings that a "Cold War Medal" is coming in the future especially with all the later campaigns. I see soldiers today with one Good Conduct Medal and two or three rows of service medals and campaign ribbons from Bosnia, Kosovo, Iraq, Afghanistan, etc. Before going to Vietnam all I had for 13 years was a National Defense Service Medal.
- At 5:30pm on May 12, 2009,
Art Farash said…
- Jerri, How did you become "an Army Veteran for a day?" Saw that you got an Army Freedom team salute Commendation. As an Ambassador I am well aware that veterans of the other services are not eligible for this commendation.
- At 1:45pm on December 30, 2008,
Kelly S said… - Hey J. I looked at the Cold War list... I was in Germany from 01/84 to 11/85 then Korea in 87-88 Does that count?
- At 11:08pm on December 7, 2008,
George Ftikas said… - Hey Jerry, thanks for the invite to this site. Been going through and checking it out when I get time. I'll have to see what I can add to the mix.
George
- At 2:14am on November 20, 2008,
Bob Smith said… - Thanks for the invitation. I'm a bit slow reading and answering so forgive me that this is late.
Take care and Talk later
Bob
- At 12:47pm on November 17, 2008,
Danny Grae said… - Jerald -
Thanks for the warm welcome!
Danny
- At 9:34am on November 14, 2008,
BILLY LACY said… - THANK YOU JERRY,I DON'T BELONG TO ANY MILATARTY CLUBS ,BUT I THOUGHT THIS MIGHT DO FOR NOW.DON'T KNOW IF ANYONE OUT THERE REMEMBERS OR NOT BUT WHAT THE HELL I'LL GIVE IT MY BEST.OVER THE YEARS I'VE LOST ALOT OF MY MEMORY,DUE TO CANCER TREATMENTS AND THE DRUGS THE'VE HAD ME ON.NO SIMPATHY JUST AN EXPLANATION,THANKS AGAIN ,BILLY.
- At 10:08am on August 25, 2008,
Doc Killian said… - Jerald..It is I who am Honored to have you as a friend...Thank You for your service to Our Country...Doc
- At 9:35am on August 25, 2008,
Doc Killian said…
- Thanks for the add. Its an Honor to be in your Friends list...Doc Killian-Veteran-Songwriter of TO OUR TROOPS, REMEMBER OUR VETERANS and MY FLAG
- At 4:50pm on August 22, 2008,
Gary R Burkey said… - Hi there Jerry, Thanks for the invitation. We're getting ready to head for the shore right now but I'll check out the other site when we get back Sunday evening. Been keeping pretty busy with work, (still not retired, but having fun). Thanks again. ..gb
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From the deafening silence it appears everyone agrees.
Anyone who served during the Vietnam era should be outraged by this. It is one of the worstslap in the face at all our veterans.You can read it on my bloghttp://jerry88acwv-americancoldwarveterans.blogspot.com/2010/03/what-us-army-thinks-of-vietnam-…
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Members of the American Cold War Veterans were very honored to attend a meeting and luncheon with the Military Order of Foreign Wars of the United States, one of the oldestVSO's.A report can be read here http://jerry88acwv-americancoldwarveterans.bl…
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