Proud Cold War Veteran.
Party Affiliation: None, I am an Independant.
WHAT I DO
I am a National Officer and "Founding Member" with a not-for-profit, non-partisan veterans organization called:
The "AMERICAN COLD WAR VETERANS"
www.AmericanColdWarVets.org
CALL TO DUTY
We all answered the call. Drafted or enlisted, when it was popular and when it wasn't. America needed it's guardians of freedom and we were there. Our members served around the globe for 46 years ensuring freedom would not disappear at the hands of totalitarian communist regimes. We did it at places most of the world never heard of and at locations that made routine headlines. We did it in the air, on land and at sea. We served with our active duty forces, our reserve forces and with the National Guard. We served with conviction and honor. We served with pride. We are the AMERICAN COLD WAR VETERANS.
WHO WE ARE
Born of a desire to further the cause of those who have gone unrecognized for their service and sacrifice, the American Cold War Veterans are taking the lead in securing that long lost recognition. Many of our members participated and continue to participate with other Veteran Service Organizations to help all Veterans but felt there was a void and lack of progress in guaranteeing that Cold War Veterans were among those receiving that help. To that end, we came together and pledged our time and resources to make Cold War Veteran recognition a priority. Where others have tried and failed to make progress for the Cold War Veteran, we dedicate ourselves to that cause.
FOUR GUIDING PRINCIPLES
These pillars, our foundation, are to focus on these four items.First, we will continue to push for May 1st to be a day of recognition in all fifty states and eventually, a National Day of Remembrance.
Second, for the unsung men and women who did their duty, a Cold War Victory Medal to show the world our commitment to world peace was worth their sacrifices.
Third, a national memorial to honor the sacrifices of those who paid the ultimate price to preserve our freedom during the Cold War.
Lastly, to keep the memories and lessons of the Cold War in the minds of the people and eventually, to educate our youth as to the cost and sacrifices made to keep the world safe.
THE MISSION
Our Mission is to bring respect, recognition and awareness to Veterans of the Cold War era no matter what branch of service, whether active duty, reserve or National Guard. We are committed to honoring the sacrifices made by millions of American men and women during the Cold War, especially those who paid the ultimate price of life or liberty. We intend to see that the Cold War's history is completely and accurately understood by people everywhere. We are united in these goals and speak with one voice.
PS. Do not construe from my list of friends and images that I or my organization, supports or endorses any certain candidate or political position.
