Memorial Day Link Dump

From Fox News a story about America's oldest veteran


From the New York Times a story about LBJ and Gettysburg in 1963

From the Dispatch a story about stolen grave markers

From the Chicago Sun-Times an article about a 96 year old vet finally receiving his medals

From the Dispatch an article about a WWII vet parachuting for his great grandson's benefit

From the Whitehouse Obama's 2013 Memorial Day Proclamation

General Logan's Order from 1868

 

Happy Memorial Day

John Wayne - Happy Birthday

May 26, 1907 - June 11, 1979

Happy Memorial Day Weekend

As we celebrate this holiday weekend make sure to take a moment and reflect of what the veterans of this country have done for us. If you know a vet thank them for their service. If you have a chance to visit the cemetery please do and pay tribute to those who have given the last full measure of devotion to this country.

 

To boldly go...

Star Trek into darkness. Quite possibly the best Sci-Fi movie I have ever seen. It moves fast from start to finish. Great references to the things we all love about Star Trek from the past. And, since they are on a newly enlisted five year mission we can only assume there will be a sequel.
Go see it soon. 5 Floyds.

 

 

 

Iron Man 3

While I enjoyed this movie it wasn't my favorite in the franchise. Parts were pretty predictable and it at times was a little slow for me. Pepper was pretty hot so that was a plus. The Easter Egg at the end was a downer compared to other Marvel movies. Over, it was better than 2 but not as good as 1. 3 Floyds.

  

 

Superhero Movies 2013

With last week's release of Iron Man 3 the summer of the Super Hero has kicked off.  Here is a list of Movies, in order of release, that will be coming out this year:

Iron Man 3 - May 3

Superman: Man of Steel - June 14

The Wolverine - July 26

Thor: The Dark World - November 8

 

Sunday morning Civil War link dump

From the Civil War News an article about the economic benefits of preservation.

In an article from the Dispatch that makes you go hmmm there are two dependants of Civil War Veterans still receiving benefits.

A follow up to the Dispatch's story here.

From the St. Louis Post Dispatch two letters to the editor about the naming of a new bridge. The first wants Grant-Lee and the second prefers Sherman.

 

Happy Mother's Day

Guys, you know what to do. Acknowledge all the women in your life for everything they do for us.

 

Ohio State Nike Promo Video

Can you feel it? It's coming! It's never too early for some Buckeye Football!!

Big Bang Theory D and D

This is a great episode featuring some pretty good Dungeon and Dragons. Check out the episode here.