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Name: Norman R. Jones

Email: AnKhe2nd17FA68@aol.com

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Date: 23 November 2003

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PRESIDENT BUSH SIGNS VIETNAM VETERANS MEMORIAL VISITOR CENTER BILL INTO LAW WASHINGTON, D.C., November 18, 2003 – As the final step in a long legislative process, President George W. Bush signed a bill yesterday to authorize the design and construction of a visitor center at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, announced Jan C. Scruggs, Founder and President, Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund. President Bush signed H.R. 1442 yesterday ensuring the creation of the center which will not only honor the memory of Vietnam veterans, but most importantly will educate visitors of the sacrifices our veterans have made in the name of freedom. The House and Senate unanimously approved the bill earlier this month after ironing out differences between previous versions of the legislation. “We are grateful to President Bush for authorizing the construction of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Visitor Center, therefore guaranteeing that future generations will better understand the principles of service, sacrifice and patriotism,” Scruggs said. “This addition to the Memorial is a tribute to the three million men and women who served in the Vietnam War and will transform The Wall that heals into The Wall that educates.” Senator Chuck Hagel (R-NE), one of the bill’s biggest supporters, first introduced the Visitor Center bill in September 2000 along with fellow Vietnam veteran Senators John Kerry (D-MA) and John McCain (R-AZ). After being stalled in the 106th and 107th sessions, Senators Hagel, Kerry and McCain along with House Resources Chairman Richard Pombo (R-CA), Vice Chairman Jim Gibbons (R-NV) and Ranking Member Nick Rahall (D-WV) have been instrumental in the bill’s progress through the 108th Congress. Said Senator Hagel: “The Vietnam War was a defining moment in American history. [Yesterday] marks a historic step to create a Visitor Center so everyone will be able to have a greater understanding and appreciation for those who served in the Vietnam War and those who serve in America's Armed Forces. The Visitor Center will help provide lessons in history for future generations.” Chairman Pombo said: “I can think of no better way to honor the memories of the brave men and women who served our country in the war than to create a Visitor Center to educate our youth of their sacrifices.” The Vietnam Veterans Memorial Visitor Center will provide a thought-provoking educational experience with exhibits working in synergy with the Memorial. The facility will feature photographs of those who were killed or remain missing, some of the more than 60,000 items that have been left at The Wall and other engaging displays that will be developed over the next year. The Memorial Fund will be responsible for raising the funds to build the Visitor Center, which will cost more than $13 million and take about three years to complete. No federal funds will be used for the Visitor Center. Between 1980-1982, the Memorial Fund raised $8.4 million to build The Wall with contributions from individuals, veterans organizations, foundations and corporations. The Vietnam Veterans Memorial is the most visited memorial in the nation’s capital with more than four million visitors each year. It is dedicated to all who served with U.S. Armed Forces in the Vietnam War and its black granite panels are inscribed with the names of the 58,235 men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice. Established in 1979, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund is the non-profit organization authorized by Congress to build the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. Today, through a series of outreach programs, the organization works to preserve the legacy of The Wall, to promote healing and to educate about the impact of the Vietnam War. http://www.vvmf.org/index.cfm?SectionID=298


Name: Thomas TOP Vernor

Email: topvernor@aol.com

Phone: 228-497-3143

Date: 18 Nov 03

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To all Persuaders; My address has changed within the last 2 months along with my telephone #. Here is the new information;;; Thomas'TOP' Vernor 2101 Ladnier Rd. 029 Gautier, Ms. 39553 email topvernor@aol.com telephone # 228-497-3143


Name: Jack Picciolo

Email: purrsfive@comcast.net

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Date: Nov.16, 2003

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Taken from the Memorial Page of the US Field Artillery Association http://www.usfaa.com KIA'S From Fort Sill, OK SPC Donald L. Wheeler 22 Concord, Michigan 1st Battalion, 17th Field Artillery October 13, 2003 PFC Stephen E. Wyatt 19 Kilgore, Texas 1st Battalion, 17th Field Artillery October 13, 2003 SPC Dustin K. McGaugh 20 Derby, Kansas 17th FA BDE September 30, 2003


Name: Dawn Cummings

Email: mkcdcumm@hickorytech.net

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Date: November 15th, 2003

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My uncle Allen Dale served in the 17th IX Corps. He was killed in action on November 18th 1952. I would appreciate any information anyone may have in regards to him. Thanks Dawn


Name: William A. Pannapacker Jr.

Email: pannapacker@sbcglobal.net

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Date: Nov.12, 03

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I came across the name Mike Garza on the K.I.A. page. I believe he was killed during a Chinese mortar attack two days before I rotated home. My s. p. was next to his howitzer. I live In Holland Michigan. Am I right about this? It might have been someone else 50 years is a long time to remember


Name: DOC MILLER

Email: millerle@bellsouth.net

Phone: 704 489 2130

Date: 11/11/03

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Paul Fusco call or e-mail me, I would be interested in hearing from you. Bring me up to date on what you have been up to. Top Vernor the same goes for you. HAPPY VETERANS DAY to all.


Name: Norman R. (Richard) Jones

Email: AnKhe2nd17FA68@aol.com

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Date: 11 November 2003

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Today is Veterans Day. It is a day to recognize and honor all veterans. So where ever you may be, find a veteran, shake his hand and thank him for serving his country. It makes no difference if they served during war or peace, they contributed toward the freedom of everyone in the United States and many countries abroad. To all who served, THANKS FOR SERVING THIS GREAT NATION! God Bless the USA.


Name: Norman R. (Richard) Jones

Email: AnKhe2nd17FA68@aol.com

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Date: 09 November 2003

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Military Appreciation Night GOLDEN CORRAL’S THIRD ANNUAL 2003 MILITARY APPRECIATION NIGHT OFFERS FREE THANK YOU MEAL TO NATION’S PATRIOTS Monday night November 10th, 2003 from 5-9 PM. If you have never been to one of their Veterans Appreciation, you are missing a superb feast. Veterans Day is a celebration to honor America’s military personnel for their patriotism, love of country and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good. This year’s Golden Corral 2003 Military Appreciation Night brings special meaning to all 400+ Golden Corral Restaurants spanning 39 states as we join together to once again offer all veterans and retired and active duty members of the U.S. military a Free “Thank-you Dinner Buffet and Beverage on Monday night, November 10th, from 5 – 9 PM. Senator Bob Dole is supporting the Military Appreciation Night event through public service announcements, which encourage all veterans and U.S. military to participate and be recognized for their sacrifice and dedication to protecting our nation’s freedom. The offer is strictly based on the honor system – no identification is required, and members of the U.S. Reserves and National Guard are also included in this special recognition offer. An integral part of Military Appreciation Night is the Disabled American Veterans organization, the official voice of America’s service-connected disabled veterans. The DAV, which represents all America’s 2.3 million disabled veterans, their families and survivors, will have members at the event in all restaurant locations throughout the nation to distribute literature, sign up new members and volunteers, and accept donations in support of the DAV. On Military Appreciation Night last year, an estimated 252,000 veterans and retired or active duty military enjoyed free dinners at Golden Corral restaurants nationwide. These meals translated into a nearly $2.5 million thank you from Golden Corral. Additionally, the DAV raised an estimated $241,000 for its organization during the event.


Name: H.D. (Buck) Brown

Email: hdb39@hotmail.com

Phone: 410-421-5511

Date: 11-04-03

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My brother Sgt Robert R. Brown proudly served with the 2/17th until KIA at Buprang on December 1, 1969. On behalf of our parents Mr. and Mrs. Harold M. Brown of Ft. Peck, Montana (proud honorary members of the 2/17th Assn), I look forward to any and all contacts with those who served with him in Buprang; FB ANNIE or elsewhere. Regret I could not attend this year's reunion - the first I have missed. However, I do look forward to next year's. Congratulations to all who contributed to this great site - particularly Jack Piccolo and Mike Burke. Buck Brown Lifetime member of 2/17th Assn.


Name: Charlie Taliaferro

Email: chast@kitchentablegang.org

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Date: 2 November 2003

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We are not trying to sell you anything at all. We don't even want your money! This is simply an invitation for military veterans, wives and friends to visit us at: http://www.kitchentablegang.org We really could use your help in get this message out. Please forward it to friends, military buddies, family, your newsletter, bulletin board or even add a link to our website from your pages. We hope you deem us worthy! Thank you very much! Charlie Taliaferro THE KITCHEN TABLE GANG TRUST P.S.: Remember, VETERAN'S DAY is only 9 days away, November 11th.