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Your VOTE can Help TalkingWithHeroes Win a Grant - Please Read and Vote

Your VOTE can Help TalkingWithHeroes Win a Grant - Please Read and Vote

by Bob Calvert

Wed, May 16, 2012

Thanks to a program sponsored by Chase and LivingSocial called Mission: Small Business, Your Support could translate into a $250,000 grant for TalkingWithHeroes. By YOU Voting NOW you could help us make the 4th trip later this year over to Afghanistan with Brigades expecting us to be there with them to document their progress and positive stories.

Listen to Bob Calvert on Christian Talk That Rocks radio show

Listen to Bob Calvert on Christian Talk That Rocks radio show

by Bob Calvert

Fri, May 04, 2012

Christian Talk That Rocks is a internet Christian Talk radio show, online, discussing today's issues from a Christian perspective and an attitude that Rocks. Talk Show Host Richie L. interviews Bob Calvert Host of Talking With Heroes

WATCH Honor Rally at Fort Carson's Manhart Field for Fallen Hero SSG Kennith Mayne

WATCH Honor Rally at Fort Carson's Manhart Field for Fallen Hero SSG Kennith Mayne

by Bob Calvert

Fri, Apr 27, 2012

VIDEOS: WATCH the April 13, 2012 Honor Rally at Fort Carson's Manhart Field for their 4ID Fallen Hero SSG Kennith Mayne with his Parents Dan and Michelle Benavidez and more.

WATCH Shout Out to our Troops from American Legion Veterans/Leaders And More

WATCH Shout Out to our Troops from American Legion Veterans/Leaders And More

by Bob Calvert

Tue, Apr 24, 2012

Watch Shout Outs to our Troops and more from about 40 of our Nations Veterans and Leaders with The American Legion, The Sons of The American Legion and Womens American Legion Auxiliary

WATCH unedited footage with Troops in Iraq, Afghanistan on Youtube and DVD's

WATCH unedited footage with Troops in Iraq, Afghanistan on Youtube and DVD's

by Bob Calvert

Thu, Mar 01, 2012

Unedited Footage from Iraq, Kuwait and Afghanistan on Youtube and Now on Six DVD Books with our Troops - Filmed July and August 2011. We are asking Everybody to WATCH and to Adopt Our Troops Stories by Sharing these Videos with others!!

Expert Advice for Transitioning Soldiers and Veterans

Expert Advice for Transitioning Soldiers and Veterans

Tue, Jan 17, 2012

Infantry Company Commander by trade, Captain Brett D. Kelley decides to test the advice given in Mark Lyden’s book, "VETERANS: Do This! Get Hired!" The result? Captain Kelley, "Recommends and personally endorses, VETERANS: DO THIS! GET HIRED! as an exceptional resource without hesitation."

Lead Stories

Marine Corps 1st Lt. Phillip M. Downey Dedicates U.S. Flag to Son

Marine Corps 1st Lt. Phillip M. Downey Dedicates U.S. Flag to Son

by Armed Forces Press Service

Wed, May 16, 2012

CAMP LEATHERNECK, Afghanistan , May 16, 2012 - Marine Corps 1st Lt. Phillip M. Downey has a unique gift for his soon-to-be-born son at home. He is sending his upcoming baby boy the American flag, which flew 50 feet above the Task Force Leatherneck compound on April 28

Sergeant Motivates Self, Fellow Marines

Sergeant Motivates Self, Fellow Marines

by Armed Forces Press Service

Mon, May 14, 2012

MARINE CORPS AIR STATION NEW RIVER, N.C., May 14, 2012 - Marine Corps Sgt. Donald Edmonston strives every day to set a good example, to accomplish his mission safely and to embody the core values of honor, courage and commitment

Face of Defense: Proud Mother Comforts Wounded Warriors

Face of Defense: Proud Mother Comforts Wounded Warriors

by Armed Forces Press Service

Fri, May 11, 2012

FALLS CHURCH, Va., May 11, 2012 - Marilyn Durso cherishes a Mother's Day gift that she calls "a sweet acknowledgment from a son to his mother." At 23, Marilyn's son, an Army ranger, deployed to Afghanistan.

Disability Advocate Earns Military Spouse of the Year Award

Disability Advocate Earns Military Spouse of the Year Award

by Armed Forces Press Service

Fri, May 11, 2012

WASHINGTON, May 10, 2012 - A husband who championed the progression of disability policy and the exceptional family member program received the 2012 Military Spouse of the Year Award here today

The Vets-Cars Group/Coastal Credit, llc Alliance

The Vets-Cars Group/Coastal Credit, llc Alliance

Thu, May 10, 2012

The Vets-Cars Group of Connecticut, and Coastal Credit, llc, Virginia, are proud to announce a partnership unique to the automobile industry. Vets-Cars is an auto dealer association promoting a bond of trust and commerce between select dealers and military consumers. Coastal Credit has carefully built a 25 year reputation as a solid, respectful lender to the military

Joint mission brings health care to Alabama residents

Joint mission brings health care to Alabama residents

Thu, May 10, 2012

5/10/2012 - SELMA, Ala. (AFNS) -- The Air National Guard and other service members provided free health care to Alabama residents during innovative readiness training mission Alabama Care 2012 in Demopolis, Hayneville and here May 1-10

Taking it off…Keeping it Off

Taking it off…Keeping it Off

Thu, May 10, 2012

Would you like to go from 230 pounds to 168 pounds? And keep it off? Veteran Joe Rizza did with VA’s MOVE! program. Read his great story

A combined Afghan and coalition security force detained a Taliban facilitator

A combined Afghan and coalition security force detained a Taliban facilitator

by ISAF Joint Command Public Affairs Office ISAF Joint Command Public Affairs Office

Thu, May 10, 2012

WASHINGTON, May 10, 2012 - A combined Afghan and coalition security force detained a Taliban facilitator and another suspected insurgent in the Arghistan district of Afghanistan's Kandahar province today, military officials reported

Face of Defense: Marine Balances Duty, Professional Wrestling

Face of Defense: Marine Balances Duty, Professional Wrestling

by Armed Forces Press Service

Thu, May 10, 2012

IWAKUNI, Japan, May 10, 2012 - What do Randy Orton, the "Road Dogg" Jesse James and Chuck Palumbo all have in common? All three men were Marines and professional wrestlers sometime in their careers

Army Reserve Soldiers from the 805th Military Police Company Honored

Army Reserve Soldiers from the 805th Military Police Company Honored

Mon, May 07, 2012

RALEIGH, N.C.— Army Reserve Soldiers from the 805th Military Police Company, who deployed to Iraq for nine months in support of Operation New Dawn, will be honored in a Welcome Home Warrior-Citizen Ceremony at 12 p.m., June 12, in front of the North Carolina Legislative Building

Marine Cpl. Erica Adams Recalls Decision to Enlist

Marine Cpl. Erica Adams Recalls Decision to Enlist

by Armed Forces Press Service

Mon, May 07, 2012

CAMP LEATHERNECK, Afghanistan , May 7, 2012 - When Cpl. Erica Adams decided to join the Marine Corps, she knew she wanted to be a motor transportation mechanic.

Family Matters Blog: Interstate Compacts Ease School Transitions

Family Matters Blog: Interstate Compacts Ease School Transitions

by Armed Forces Press Service

Sat, May 05, 2012

Georgia Gov. Nathan Deal signed into law the Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunity for Military Children, known in the military community as "the compact." The compact is designed to help ease the transition of military children as they move between school systems across the country.

FREE Workshop! Ministry to Deployed Service Members 5/29!

FREE Workshop! Ministry to Deployed Service Members 5/29!

by Bob Calvert

Thu, May 03, 2012

FREE "Military Ministry Partnership “Supporting Military Ministry Leaders”. MMP Workshop: "Ministry to Deployed Service Members". Tuesday, May 29th - 12:00-1:30 pm - Prussman Chapel Building 1738 Barkley & Prussman Fort Carson, CO. Presenters: Calvary Worship Center, Military Families Ministry, Talking with Heroes

Airman's Dream of Citizenship Comes True

Airman's Dream of Citizenship Comes True

by Armed Forces Press Service

Thu, May 03, 2012

FAIRCHILD AIR FORCE BASE, Wash., May 3, 2012 - Air Force Airman 1st Class Abraham Garduza, a contracting specialist from the 92nd Contracting Squadron here fulfilled his dream March 27 when a Spokane, Wash., judge swore him in as a U.S. citizen.

Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing 2-Fly Tournament Surpasses Goals for 2012

Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing 2-Fly Tournament Surpasses Goals for 2012

Wed, May 02, 2012

Syria, VA- The Sixth Annual Project Healing Waters 2-Fly Tournament, held April 28 and 29 at the Rose River Farm in Syria, VA, was a resounding success with a close competition, special guest speakers, and a dinner and silent auction that far exceeded the organization's fundraising goal

Family Matters Blog: Website Helps Kids on the Move

Family Matters Blog: Website Helps Kids on the Move

by Armed Forces Press Service

Wed, May 02, 2012

DOD website designed to help military kids with their parents' many relocations. Military Youth on the Move has tabs for teens, pre-teens, and younger kids to help with everything from preparing for college, to dating, to making new friends

George H. Frost Guardian Award Presented to Disabled Veteran Bill Moore

George H. Frost Guardian Award Presented to Disabled Veteran Bill Moore

Wed, May 02, 2012

2012 Massachusetts National Guard Military Family Readiness Volunteer Service Awards. This year’s George Frost Award is being presented to a veteran who has continued his commitment to Service members and Families after serving in the US Air Force. He is a Disabled Veteran.

Afghan Forces Contain Taliban Attack in Kabul

Afghan Forces Contain Taliban Attack in Kabul

by ISAF Joint Command Public Affairs Office ISAF Joint Command Public Affairs Office

Wed, May 02, 2012

WASHINGTON, May 2, 2012 - Afghan security forces led a capable and quick response in containing a Taliban attack in Afghanistan's capital of Kabul today, military officials reported. Plus More News:

Trip Stresses Long-term Support for Afghanistan, Official Says

Trip Stresses Long-term Support for Afghanistan, Official Says

by Armed Forces Press Service

Wed, May 02, 2012

WASHINGTON, May 1, 2012 - President Barack Obama traveled to Afghanistan to sign the strategic partnership agreement with Afghan President Hamid Karzai and to reinforce the level of American commitment to the country, a senior administration official traveling with him said today.

Airmen honor fallen air advisors through ruck march

Airmen honor fallen air advisors through ruck march

by Department of Defense

Tue, May 01, 2012

FORT GEORGE G. MEADE, Md. (AFNS) -- Walking almost 90 miles, 36 Airmen completed the Air Advisor Memorial Ruck March from New York City to Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, N.J., April 26-27

Patriot Guard Riders Documentar​y Film News

Patriot Guard Riders Documentar​y Film News

Tue, May 01, 2012

In the movie we see the Patriot Guard Riders going on several "missions," both to be on hand at funerals but also to honor returning soldiers. www.patriotguardmovie.com

ISAF Joint Command 5-1-2012 morning operational update

ISAF Joint Command 5-1-2012 morning operational update

by ISAF Joint Command Public Affairs Office ISAF Joint Command Public Affairs Office

Tue, May 01, 2012

KABUL, Afghanistan (May 1) – An Afghan and coalition security force detained a Taliban leader and several subordinate insurgents during an operation in Washer district, Helmand province, today. The leader was the senior Taliban insurgent in Kajaki district

First Lady, Chairman Recognize Athletes at Warrior Games Opening

First Lady, Chairman Recognize Athletes at Warrior Games Opening

by Armed Forces Press Service

Tue, May 01, 2012

WASHINGTON, April 30, 2012 - First Lady Michelle Obama and Army Gen. Martin E. Dempsey, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, were among those who paid tribute to wounded warrior athletes at the opening of The 2012 Warrior Games in Colorado Springs, Colo. today!

Soldier Missing from Vietnam War Identified

Soldier Missing from Vietnam War Identified

by Department of Defense

Mon, Apr 30, 2012

Army Capt. Charles R. Barnes of Philadelphia, Pa., will be buried May 2, in Arlington National Cemetery. On March 16, 1969, Barnes and four other service members departed Qui Nhon Airfields bound for Da Nang and Phu Bai, in a U-21A Ute aircraft

Power Prosthetics Propel Service Members to Better Lives

Power Prosthetics Propel Service Members to Better Lives

by Armed Forces Press Service

Sat, Apr 28, 2012

BETHESDA, Md - Marine Corps Cpl. Garrett Carnes was on a clearing mission in Afghanistan's southern Helmand province in February when he stepped on a pressure plate that exploded and cost him both legs.

May is National Military Appreciation Month

May is National Military Appreciation Month

Thu, Apr 26, 2012

This month gives the nation a time and place on which to focus and draw attention to our many expressions of appreciation and recognition of our armed services via numerous venues and also to recall and learn about our vast American history.

American Veterans Traveling Tribute honoring our nation’s heroes, one community at a time

American Veterans Traveling Tribute honoring our nation’s heroes, one community at a time

Fri, Apr 20, 2012

American Veterans Traveling Tribute (AVTT)’s mission is to honor our nation’s heroes, one community at a time. Currently there is (1) Outdoor Cost of Freedom Tribute and Traveling Wall, (1) Indoor Cost of Freedom Tribute and Traveling Wall and (1) Traveling Wall only Tribute that travel the country to honor, respect, and remember our nation’s heroes

The Unseen Wound Friend Raiser May 19 2012 at Liberty Station San Diego

The Unseen Wound Friend Raiser May 19 2012 at Liberty Station San Diego

Fri, Apr 20, 2012

Our event is focused on the support options that are available to young combat veterans who might be struggling to reenter civilian life. PTS and TBI are wounds or war and we must educate and coach our young veterans on how to recognize the symptoms, understand the effect and cope with the challenges that civilian life will present

News : Honoring Fallen Heroes

President Awards Posthumous Medal of Honor to Vietnam-era Soldier

by Armed Forces Press Service

Wed, May 16, 2012

During a White House ceremony, the president awarded a posthumous Medal of Honor for conspicuous gallantry, recognizing Army Spc. Leslie H. Sabo Jr., a rifleman with the 101st Airborne Division who was killed in eastern Cambodia during the Vietnam War

DOD Identifies Ft Bliss Army Casualty

by Department of Defense

Wed, May 16, 2012

Staff Sgt. Israel P. Nuanes, 38, of Las Cruces, N.M., died May 12, in Kandahar province, Afghanistan. R.I.P.

DOD Identifies Two Army Casualties

by Department of Defense

Tue, May 15, 2012

Sgt. Brian L. Walker, 25, of Lucerne Valley, Calif., and Pfc. Richard L. McNulty III, 22, Rolla, Mo. died May 13, in Bowri Tana, Afghanistan. R.I.P.

DOD Identifies Wheeler Army Airfield Casualty

by Department of Defense

Mon, May 14, 2012

Spc. Alex Hernandez III, 21, of Round Rock, Texas, died May 12, in Kandahar, Afghanistan. R.I.P.

DOD Identifies Camp Pendleton Marine Casualty

by Department of Defense

Mon, May 14, 2012

Sgt. Wade D. Wilson, 22, of Normangee, Texas, died May 11 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan. R.I.P.

DOD Identifies 4BCT 4ID Ft Carson Army Casualty

by Department of Defense

Mon, May 14, 2012

Ft Carson Soldier 1st Lt. Alejo R. Thompson, 30, of Yuma, Ariz., died May 11 in Bagram, Afghanistan. R.I.P.

DOD Identifies Navy Casualty

by Department of Defense

Sun, May 13, 2012

Petty Officer Second Class Jorge Luis Velasquez, 35, of Houston, died as a result of a non-combat related incident in Manama, Bahrain - R.I.P.

DOD Identifies Three Army Casualties

by Department of Defense

Wed, May 09, 2012

Sgt. Jacob M. Schwallie, 22, of Clarksville, Tenn. Spc. Chase S. Marta, 24, of Chico, Calif. Pfc. Dustin D. Gross, 19, of Jeffersonville, Ky. died May 7, in Ghazni province, Afghanistan. R.I.P.

DOD Identifies Two Fort Drum Army Casualties

by Department of Defense

Tue, May 08, 2012

2nd Lt. David E. Rylander, 23, of Stow, Ohio. and Spc. Junot M. L. Cochilus, 34, of Charlotte, N.C. died May 2 in Logar province, Afghanistan. R.I.P.

DOD Identifies Army Casualty

by Department of Defense

Tue, May 08, 2012

Staff Sgt. Thomas K. Fogarty, 30, of Alameda, Calif., died May 6, in Ahmad-Kheyl, Afghanistan. R.I.P.

DOD Identifies Marine Casualty

by Department of Defense

Mon, May 07, 2012

Sgt. John P. Huling, 25, of West Chester, Ohio, died May 6 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan. R.I.P.

Fallen Honored at EOD Memorial Ceremony

Fallen Honored at EOD Memorial Ceremony

Mon, May 07, 2012

5/7/2012 - EGLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. (AFNS) -- Hundreds of people paid homage to fallen explosive ordnance disposal technicians May 5 during the 43rd annual EOD Memorial Ceremony

DOD Identifies Army Casualty

by Department of Defense

Mon, May 07, 2012

Master Sgt. Gregory L. Childs, 38, Warren, Ark., died May 4, in Kabul, Afghanistan. R.I.P.

DOD Identifies Ft Riley Army Casualty

by Department of Defense

Sat, May 05, 2012

Staff Sgt. Zachary H. Hargrove, 32, of Wichita, Kan., died May 3 in Bagram, Afghanistan. R.I.P.

DOD Identifies Army Casualty

by Department of Defense

Wed, May 02, 2012

Capt. Bruce K. Clark, 43, Spencerport, N.Y., died May 1, in Tarin Kowt, Afghanistan R.I.P.

DOD Identifies Army Casualty

by Department of Defense

Wed, May 02, 2012

Sgt. Nicholas M. Dickhut, 23, of Rochester, Minn., died April 30 in Zharay, Afghanistan. R.I.P.

DOD Identifies Marine Casualty

by Department of Defense

Mon, Apr 30, 2012

Master Sgt. Scott E. Pruitt, 38, of Gautier, Miss., died April 28 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan. R.I.P.

DOD Identifies Army Casualty

by Department of Defense

Mon, Apr 30, 2012

Pfc. Christian R. Sannicolas, 20, Anaheim, Calif., died April 28, in Kandahar province, Afghanistan. R.I.P.

DOD Identifies Army Casualties

by Department of Defense

Sat, Apr 28, 2012

Staff Sgt. Brandon F. Eggleston, 29, of Candler, N.C and Sgt. Dick A. Lee Jr., 31, of Orange Park, Fla died April 26, in Ghazni province, Afghanistan, from injuries sustained when their vehicle encountered an improvised explosive device. R.I.P.

DOD Identifies Army Casualty

by Department of Defense

Sat, Apr 28, 2012

Spc. Moises J. Gonzalez, 29, Huntington, Calif., died April 25, in Balkh province, Afghanistan. R.I.P.

DOD Identifies Navy Casualty

by Department of Defense

Sat, Apr 28, 2012

Lt. Christopher E. Mosko, 28, of Pittsford, N.Y., died April 26 while conducting combat operations in Nawa district, Ghazni province, Afghanistan. R.I.P.