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Update

Posted on December 1, 2014 by jenvolk5

It’s been long over due but now that I’m passed this insane work push and fully entrenched in a new role at said work, I’m now able to dedicate significantly more time to this site. So I’ll be back and … Continue reading →

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The History Channel’s “The World Wars”

Posted on May 30, 2014 by jenvolk5

Did anyone watch the recent mini-series on the History Channel titled “The World Wars”? I did and I was severely disappointed. This mini-series was just a tad over 2 hours each night for three nights starting on Memorial Day. I … Continue reading →

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Update

Posted on May 26, 2014 by jenvolk5

Just a quick update on books, Factual Fridays, and “The World Wars”: I’ll be posting a review of “How Chance and Stupidity Have Changed History” by Erik Durschmied tomorrow. Currently, I’m reading two books: “For Whom the Bell Tolls” by … Continue reading →

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Memorial Day 2014

Posted on May 26, 2014 by jenvolk5

Memorial Day is upon us and once again, we take time out of our hectic and crazy lives to honor those who have paid the ultimate price so we can enjoy our many freedoms. Thank you to all who have … Continue reading →

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Update

Posted on February 3, 2014 by jenvolk5

Well, it’s certainly been a long time and I sincerely apologize. I went off on vacation to Alaska last year and allowed myself to get completely sidetracked. But I’m back to a more normal routine with work and life so … Continue reading →

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National Infantry Museum and Soldier Center visit

Posted on June 6, 2013 by jenvolk5

I was fortunate enough to be able to visit the National Infantry Museum and Soldier Center in Columbus, GA last week. I was truly impressed! It took me almost a week to get this post and pictures uploaded but I … Continue reading →

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Thoughts on Honoring Our Veterans

Posted on May 27, 2013 by jenvolk5

Good morning! I was a reading an article on Yahoo! that discusses the crumbling memorials around the country. The article made an interesting point about how these cash-strapped communities have to make a decision about upkeep/restoration of these memorials or … Continue reading →

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