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I'm thankful for your service 
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.Thanking Veterans: A Show of Appreciation
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The discussion centers around expressions of gratitude towards veterans, sharing personal experiences related to military service, and reflections on the past. Participants recount their own or their family members' military experiences, highlighting both positive and negative aspects of service.
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- Participants express gratitude for veterans' service, with some sharing personal reflections on their experiences.
- One participant mentions enjoying their time in Germany, suggesting a mix of positive and negative experiences during service.
- Another participant reflects on their father's military service during WWII, emphasizing his achievements and the impact of his background.
- Several participants note the duality of experiences in specific locations, such as Vicenza, indicating both fond memories and challenges faced there.
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Participants generally agree on the importance of thanking veterans, but there are varied personal experiences and feelings associated with military service, leading to a mix of perspectives.
Contextual Notes
Some participants provide specific historical contexts or personal anecdotes that may not be universally applicable, reflecting individual experiences rather than a collective narrative.
Who May Find This Useful
Individuals interested in personal stories related to military service, those looking to understand the diverse experiences of veterans, and anyone seeking to express appreciation for veterans.
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MarneMath
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It was a pleasure :). Mostly.
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You're welcome 
I had it pretty easy though. Lived in Schwäbisch Hall, Germany for three years. It was beautiful. I can't believe it's been over twenty years since I left.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sUjMKRafQg8
I had it pretty easy though. Lived in Schwäbisch Hall, Germany for three years. It was beautiful. I can't believe it's been over twenty years since I left.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sUjMKRafQg8
Ha! I did my share of grumbling.MarneMath said:
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MarneMath
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The best part of my Army career was living in http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vicenza. The worse part of my army career was living in Vicenza.
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Two times in Vietnam. You are welcome!
Cheers,
Bobbywhy
Cheers,
Bobbywhy
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MarneMath said:
Interesting, when I was there, we just moved some of that same lot -I guess- to Poggio Renatico.
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My father is my favorite veteran. He quit school to join the Airborne for WWII, broke his ankle in a training drop, participated in Patton's armored thrust into Germany, and served out his enlistment as a motor-pool grunt in Belgium.
He doesn't talk about it much, but I remember when I was a little kid that his HS awarded him a diploma, years after the fact. I found out from my grandmother that he was always at or near the top of his class... Not bad for a kid from a broken home.
He doesn't talk about it much, but I remember when I was a little kid that his HS awarded him a diploma, years after the fact. I found out from my grandmother that he was always at or near the top of his class... Not bad for a kid from a broken home.
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Thank you all, veterans, for your service.
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