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Museum Lecture Series 58: Return and renewal with honor: Messages for all of us 08/13/2024

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LB4AKzg7vAg

Museum Lecture Series 58: Return and renewal with honor: Messages for all of us Retired Maj. Gen. John Borling shares his experiences as a prisoner of war, along with the poetry and prose he composed and memorized.

Retired Maj. Gen. David L. Grange — PHP Network 08/13/2024

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Retired Maj. Gen. David L. Grange — PHP Network The People Helping People Network's dangerous missions to evacuate those in desperate need from Afghanistan and Ukraine are led by retired Army Maj. Gen. David L. Grange, who has an extensive legacy of leadership and commanding roles.

None of newly elected US presidents will leave Ukraine, it is no longer possible, - retired US Army Major General David L. Grange 08/12/2024

https://censor.net/en/news/3501174/us_major_general_grange_spoke_about_supporting_ukraine_after_the_elections

None of newly elected US presidents will leave Ukraine, it is no longer possible, - retired US Army Major General David L. Grange Ukraine has strategically important geopolitical locations and resources, and is now an ally of the United States, said retired US Army Major General David L. Grange.

Generals As Leaders: Patton verses Eisenhower 08/02/2024

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NJNOhtmUvBU&list=PLM2dMpib2Rp6x_b4uKL8Whk9yIbuc0xSy&index=1

Welcome to another riveting episode of "Veterans Radio Hour" by VBN hosted by Kenney Decamp. Today, we dive into the lives and legacies of two of the most iconic figures in military history: Generals George S. Patton and Dwight D. Eisenhower.

In this episode titled "Generals As Leaders: Patton & Eisenhower," we explore the contrasting yet complementary leadership styles of these two giants of World War II. Patton, known for his fiery temper and aggressive tactics, led his troops with an iron fist, earning a reputation as one of the most formidable commanders on the battlefield. Eisenhower, on the other hand, brought a calm and strategic mind to the war effort, expertly coordinating the Allied forces in a way that ultimately led to victory in Europe.

We'll delve into their early careers, their rise through the military ranks, and the pivotal moments that defined their leadership during the war. You'll hear stories of their triumphs and controversies, their personal philosophies on leadership, and the impact they had on the soldiers who served under them.

Join us as we unravel the complexities of their relationship, from their professional camaraderie to their occasional clashes in strategy and vision. Discover how their unique approaches to leadership not only shaped the outcome of World War II but also left a lasting legacy on the U.S. military and leadership doctrine for generations to come.

Don't miss this episode packed with historical insights, personal anecdotes, and a deep dive into what made Patton and Eisenhower legendary leaders. Tune in now to "Generals As Leaders: Patton & Eisenhower" on VBN.

Generals As Leaders: Patton verses Eisenhower Welcome to another riveting episode of "Veterans Radio Hour" by VBN. Today, we dive into the lives and legacies of two of the most iconic figures in military...

The Long-Term Effects of Nuclear Testing in Nevada 07/21/2024

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The Long-Term Effects of Nuclear Testing in Nevada From 1951 to 1992, the Nevada desert was home to one of America's largest nuclear weapons testing sites. At the height of the cold war with Russia (USSR), th...

Nuclear Fallout: The forgotten veterans who cleaned it up and their fight for justice 07/11/2024

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Nuclear Fallout: The forgotten veterans who cleaned it up and their fight for justice Nuclear Fallout follows a half-century quest by two army veterans as they fight for access to healthcare for fellow service members who were exposed to cancer-causing…

"Heater," the Quintessential Navy Fighter Pilot (ep. 194) 07/11/2024

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9OStff1JnwA

"Heater," the Quintessential Navy Fighter Pilot (ep. 194) C.J. "Heater" Heatley is THE man.F-4 Phantom pilot. TOPGUN instructor. Adversary pilot (flying actual MiGs). F-14 pilot. Aviation photojournalist. Author of ...

Area 52: Tonopah Test Range 07/10/2024

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dlh74vxIRmY

Area 52: Tonopah Test Range The Tonopah Test Range, also called Area 52, is a restricted military installation located about 30 miles southeast of Tonopah, Nevada. It is part of the nor...

EEOICPA Covered Facilities: Tonopah Test Range 07/10/2024

https://www.stephensstephens.com/eeoicpa-claims/eeoicpa-facility-list/tonopah-test-range/

EEOICPA Covered Facilities: Tonopah Test Range The EEOICPA was passed in 2000. It provides compensation to workers who became ill as a result of their employment manufacturing nuclear weapons in the USA, as well as their spouses, children, and grandchildren. Tonopah Test Range EEOICPA coverage is available for qualified former Workers and their....

Area 52 or Tonopah Test Range 07/09/2024

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Area 52 or Tonopah Test Range This is "Area 52 or Tonopah Test Range" by Mark Ely on Vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people who love them.

The Forgotten Nuclear War - Bombs on Bikini Atoll | Full Documentary 07/07/2024

https://youtu.be/NjqoiT-RS4A?si=jyC57vN0a3VV2nPZ

The Forgotten Nuclear War - Bombs on Bikini Atoll | Full Documentary The Bikini Atoll, a remote location in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, looks like a vacation paradise, but is actually a shining hell. At the beginning of t...

The Black Mailbox | Alamo, Nevada | What is the Black Mailbox? 07/05/2024

https://travelnevada.com/extraterrestrial/black-mailbox/

The Black Mailbox | Alamo, Nevada | What is the Black Mailbox? The Black Mailbox is a lone postal box on the Extraterrestrial Highway located between Alamo and Rachel, Nevada. What is the Black Mailbox, you might ask? Thanks to its proximity to Area 51, the Black Mailbox is a popular spot for alien enthusiasts hoping to have a close encounter of their own.

Why will no one admit we were poisoned, ask veterans of secret nuclear base 07/05/2024

https://www.thetimes.com/world/us-world/article/area-52-nuclear-tests-nevada-poison-jwmj6krnm

Why will no one admit we were poisoned, ask veterans of secret nuclear base Hundreds who served at Tonopah Test Range in Area 52 report suffering from debilitating illnesses linked to radiation exposure. They want an apology

Take A Very Rare Look Inside The Secretive Tonopah Test Range 07/05/2024

https://www.twz.com/16312/take-a-very-rare-look-inside-the-secretive-tonopah-test-range

Take A Very Rare Look Inside The Secretive Tonopah Test Range With America revamping its nuclear arsenal, activities on the secluded range should balloon in the coming years.

The Deadly Impact of Nuclear Testing on Unsuspecting Desert Communities 07/04/2024

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The Deadly Impact of Nuclear Testing on Unsuspecting Desert Communities The effects of nuclear testing have been devastating. What is more alarming is how the United States government has downplayed its effects and perpetrated a monstrous public health deception, especially to marginalized rural communities.

Video June 24, 1997: US Air Forces releases 'Roswell Incident' report, debunking UFO theories 06/27/2024

https://abcnews.go.com/US/video/june-24-1997-us-air-forces-releases-roswell-48012802

Video June 24, 1997: US Air Forces releases 'Roswell Incident' report, debunking UFO theories In 1947, a U.S. Air Force balloon had crashed near Roswell, New Mexico, and much of the public had thought it was a UFO.

Teaser Trailer - Atomic Veteran Journey - arrived home - next step put together our story. 06/23/2024

On June 2, 2024, I interviewed fellow Red Eagle Veterans as well as Rick Workman (former section commander of the 37th) who worked at Tonopah Test Range (TTR). Half of the interviews were with people terminally ill and therefore for those who believe in prayer please add them to your prayer list.
These are the interviews of those who were at the museum on that day.
𝗧𝗵𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝘄𝗵𝗼 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝗽𝗿𝗮𝘆𝗲𝗿

𝗖𝗼𝗹 𝗚𝗮𝗶𝗹 𝗣𝗲𝗰𝗸 - https://vimeo.com/965655581?share=copy

𝗝𝗶𝗺 𝗕𝗲𝗹𝗹 - https://vimeo.com/963848656?share=copy

𝗘𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗼 𝗦𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗼𝘃𝗮𝗹 - https://vimeo.com/962734391?share=copy

𝗖𝗝 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗹𝗲𝘆 (TDY) - https://vimeo.com/907705036?share=copy

𝗧𝗵𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝘄𝗵𝗼 𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲

𝗗𝗼𝗻 𝗟𝘆𝗼𝗻 - https://vimeo.com/962895385?share=copy

𝗝𝗲𝗿𝗿𝘆 𝗙𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱𝘀 - https://vimeo.com/963791197?share=copy

𝗥𝗶𝗰𝗸 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗺𝗮𝗻 - https://vimeo.com/962845483?share=copy

I am working on the video that ties everything together. The video I am putting together is meant to motivate the Secretary of the Veteran Affairs to add TTR, Groom Lake, and Nuclear Weapons Technicians to the ionizing radiation and burn pit registry. And immediately expedite and award the claims of those who are terminally ill. This is a trailer of the video I am still working on - https://vimeo.com/957334995?share=copy

Teaser Trailer - Atomic Veteran Journey - arrived home - next step put together our story. This is "Teaser Trailer - Atomic Veteran Journey - arrived home - next step put together our story." by Mark Ely on Vimeo, the home for high quality videos…

VRH - Veterans Fighting for Veterans - Aired 03/09/2003 - VBN - Veterans Broadcast Network | iHeart 06/18/2024

VRH - Veterans Fighting for Veterans - Aired 03/09/2003 - VBN - Veterans Broadcast Network | iHeart 8-10 pm CST - Information on Veterans For Constitutional Law, Veterans Voting Bloc, Veterans for Due Process. James Rhodes - Website

VRH - Warbird restoration and aviation archeology 06/18/2024

A throw back to an episode from Veterans Radio Hour on March 16, 2003 hosted by Kenney DeCamp. This episode was about the restoration and appreciation of aviation archeology during WWII.

VRH - Warbird restoration and aviation archeology Experts discuss locating, recovering & restoring of WWII era Military Aircraft. Special guest: Bob Cardin, Mark Demmin Sr., Bob Collings, Russ Strine, Bob C...

The Area 51 File: Secret Aircraft and Soviet MiGs | National Security Archive 06/16/2024

https://nsarchive.gwu.edu/briefing-book/intelligence/2013-10-29/area-51-file-secret-aircraft-soviet-migs

The Area 51 File: Secret Aircraft and Soviet MiGs | National Security Archive Washington, D.C., October 29, 2013 – The CIA's history of the U-2 spy plane, declassified this past summer, sparked enormous public attention to the U-2's secret test site at Area 51 in Nevada, but documents posted today by the National Security Archive (www.nsarchive.org) show that Area 51 played...

Teaser Trailer - Atomic Veteran Journey - arrived home - next step put together our story. 06/13/2024

I arrived home safe and sound. The following is a teaser trailer - now I will begin putting together the video of the interviews and evidence that I collected while on my 6,200 mile trip.

Teaser Trailer - Atomic Veteran Journey - arrived home - next step put together our story. This is "Teaser Trailer - Atomic Veteran Journey - arrived home - next step put together our story." by Mark Ely on Vimeo, the home for high quality videos…

TOP SECRET U.S. Government Tunnels | Cities Of The Underworld (S4, E2) | Full Episode 06/12/2024

https://youtu.be/IKuhF5zFT1M?si=d6nIDmQa5BNlcEgL

TOP SECRET U.S. Government Tunnels | Cities Of The Underworld (S4, E2) | Full Episode Don explores top-secret military and government tunnels and looks into classified technology that could be used to build entire cities...right under our feet...

The Invisible Enemy Hidden Sacrifice 06/11/2024

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S_6ufgAFOO4

The Invisible Enemy Hidden Sacrifice The Invisible Enemy: Hidden Sacrifice"The Invisible Enemy: Hidden Sacrifice" is a powerful, 11-minute documentary that exposes the untold stories of the men ...

MIG 21 still radioactive from being at Tonopah Test Range (Area 52) - May 30, 2024 06/05/2024

MIG 21 (Tail #64) that was at Tonopah (Area 52) is still radioactive. This video was recorded on May 30, 2024.

MIG 21 still radioactive from being at Tonopah Test Range (Area 52) - May 30, 2024 This is "MIG 21 still radioactive from being at Tonopah Test Range (Area 52) - May 30, 2024" by Mark Ely on Vimeo, the home for high quality videos and…

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