May 2012 - BlackFive - The Network of Care

Two Posts You Need To Read

Okay, those of you who have been here a while know the author of the first one under a couple of names. I'm going to ask you to put aside whatever your feelings are about him, and do three things: respect the service, respect the decision, and read...

Published Fri, May 18 2012 2:19 AM by BLACKFIVE

Filed under: Current Affairs, Caring For The Defenders

Lets put the USMC out of business, shall we?

Reading through my favorite milblogs this morning I came across this at SNAFU (if you’re not reading it you should. Just call it a former Marine’s irreverent view on things – of course that’s its charm). That’s an amendment to the National Defense Authorization...

Published Thu, May 17 2012 12:21 AM by BLACKFIVE

Filed under: Bust Their Chops

There was a lot of dust in the air at the Palazzo Las Vegas Salute To The Troops

What a great welcome the Palazzo Las Vegas just gave our wounded warriors from BAMC. They were flown up here today by Southwest Airways, given a police escort from the airport and then, well, it was hard to see because there was so much dust in the air...

Published Wed, May 16 2012 5:52 AM by BLACKFIVE

Filed under: Caring For The Defenders

Corpsman and Marine - A Leap of Faith

U.S. Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Ronald Valdez, left, extends a helping hand to U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Patrick Mireles as he jumps a stream during a security patrol in Durzay, Afghanistan, April 30, 2012. U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Reece Lodder

Published Tue, May 08 2012 4:01 PM by BLACKFIVE

Filed under: Picture of the Week

Holidays and the Line.....

Today, we spend a bit of time talking about making sure that this isn't just about barbecues and another day off. Many of you who visit here are spending today like any other holiday; holding the line. But being a soldier, and being a veteran, is...

Published Mon, May 28 2012 3:16 AM by BLACKFIVE

Filed under: Fallen But Never Forgotten

The N.Y.T.'s Scott Shane Still Shilling

Saw this OBVIOUSLY biased report in the New York Times on how the President is taking the use of a kill list very seriously. Really? What President doesn't? Probably ours. That is, unless it's an election year and he needs to seem, well, more...

Published Wed, May 30 2012 1:23 AM by BLACKFIVE

Filed under: Bust Their Chops

Ranger Up Presents: The Secret of Tim Kennedy's Success

Yeah, sure, hard work, a killer instinct, insane inner strength, etc etc etc all make up for success, but there is probably something you don't know about Tim Kennedy...

Published Mon, May 07 2012 1:46 AM by BLACKFIVE

Filed under: Humor, Tim Kennedy

The Gates of Heaven - The Meaning of Memorial Day

What is Memorial Day really about? While we are busy gearing up for the weekend, I thought I should post this annual reminder about the holiday. It may surprise some of you. If you are relatively new to Blackfive, you should read this story about a Memorial...

Published Thu, May 24 2012 1:46 AM by BLACKFIVE

Filed under: Fallen But Never Forgotten

Me, Me, Me, Me-morial Day

h/t Hot Air The official White House photo of the day for Memorial Day was A. a tasteful shot of Arlington Cemetery B. A pic of a Gold Star Mom at her son's grave C. An image of an inverted rifle and empty boots signifying the death of a soldier....

Published Thu, May 31 2012 11:21 PM by BLACKFIVE

Under Attack - Marines Ambushed in Afghanistan

Dan S. sent the link to this article and video by Michael Phillips of the WSJ - Marines are ambushed:

Published Mon, May 14 2012 6:48 AM by BLACKFIVE

In bound

As seen through a night-vision device, U.S. Army paratroopers and Afghan soldiers travel aboard a CH-47 Chinook helicopter during an air assault mission in Afghanistan's Ghazni province, May 4, 2012. U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Michael J. MacLeod

Published Mon, May 14 2012 12:51 AM by BLACKFIVE

Filed under: Picture of the Week

Vegas bound for a Salute To The Troops celebration

This week I will have the honor of accompanying a group of about 50 wounded warriors and their families to Las Vegas as they are treated to a celebration of their service and sacrifice during Armed Forces Week. Frankly, I’ll be humbled to be in their...

Published Tue, May 15 2012 12:00 AM by BLACKFIVE

Filed under: Caring For The Defenders

Memorial Day

"Let every nation know, whether it wishes us well or ill, that we shall pay any price, bear any burden, meet any hardship, support any friend, oppose any foe, in order to assure the survival and the success of liberty..." - President John F...

Published Thu, May 24 2012 7:06 AM by BLACKFIVE

An Open Response to Chris Hayes

I came across the bit of pseudo-intellectual mental masturbation you called a thoughtful discussion just before going to be part of an honor guard for a parade and memorial service for those who fought and died for freedom. Part of what they died for...

Published Mon, May 28 2012 11:24 PM by BLACKFIVE

Filed under: Bust Their Chops

Salute to the Troops: And One-Eyed Jacks

The Palazzo had a Blackjack tournament yesterday for those of our group that signed up. It ended up being a 3 table affair with some very keen competition. The grand prize wasn’t chips, but instead round trip airfare for 2 from Southwest Airlines and...

Published Wed, May 16 2012 10:16 PM by BLACKFIVE

Filed under: Caring For The Defenders

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Two Posts You Need To Read

Lets put the USMC out of business, shall we?

There was a lot of dust in the air at the Palazzo Las Vegas Salute To The Troops

Corpsman and Marine - A Leap of Faith

Holidays and the Line.....

The N.Y.T.'s Scott Shane Still Shilling

Ranger Up Presents: The Secret of Tim Kennedy's Success

The Gates of Heaven - The Meaning of Memorial Day

Me, Me, Me, Me-morial Day

Under Attack - Marines Ambushed in Afghanistan

In bound

Vegas bound for a Salute To The Troops celebration

Memorial Day

An Open Response to Chris Hayes

Salute to the Troops: And One-Eyed Jacks