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  1. Joe Lovell · Shared with Public Hillebrand Rifles · “Grant us fair weather for Battle.... that...we may advance from victory to victory and crush the oppression and wickedness of our enemies, and establish Thy justice among men and nations. Amen.” December 1944 — Battle of the Bulge. US forces are held up by bad weather — allied aircraft are unable to provide close air support due to rain, snow, and low clouds. General Patton, commander of the US Third Army, turns to his Chaplain, Catholic Priest Father James Hugh O'Neill, and directs him to write a prayer for good weather. Patton had the prayer, along with his Christmas message, printed and distributed to every soldier in Third Army. The prayer worked; the weather soon cleared. A thankful Patton awarded Father O’Neill a Bronze Star Medal.
  2. Joe Lovell · Shared with Public Western Mining History · Shasta, California was both a mining camp and the gateway and supply center for the entire Trinity Diggins region which was being opened to the north. It was common for 100 freight teams to pass through Shasta in a single day. During the camps peak years between 1852 and 1857, it was reported that over $100,000 in gold dust passed through the town every week. https://westernmininghistory.com/towns/california/shasta/
  3. https://www.wtamu.edu/~cbaird/sq/mobile/2013/12/09/can-water-stay-liquid-below-zero-degrees-celsius/
  4. It makes me wonder just how people discovered that flax had fibers that could be made into fabric.
  5. Joe Lovell · Shared with Public WW II uncovered · A Salute to the Veterans of the 65th Infantry Division A GI of the 65th Infantry Division (Battle-Axe Division) in Katharinenberg, Germany on April 9, 1945. (Note the taped 30-round magazines in his M1A1 Thompson for a faster reload and the puppy). #ww2uncovered #greatestgeneration #WorldWarII #USArmedForces #ww2 #ww2history #worldwar2 #WWII #usarmy #ww2veteran #worldwar2history #usarmyvet #usarmysoldier #usarmyveteran #Salute #lestweforget #wwiihistory #usa Original description and photo sourced from US Army Archive and National World War II Museum
  6. Joe Lovell · Shared with Public National Museum of the Marine Corps · "Always in the thick of the fighting, Lt. Col. Davis led his Battalion over 3 successive ridges in the deep snow in continuous attacks against the enemy and, constantly inspiring and encouraging his men throughout the night, brought his unit to a point within 1,500 yards of the surrounded rifle company by daybreak." It’s #MarineMonday, and today we’re featuring Gen Raymond G. Davis. Davis served in WWII, Korea and Vietnam. He was awarded the Navy Cross and Purple Heart during World War II and the Medal of Honor during the Korean War. Raymond G. Davis was born on 13 January 1915 in Fitzgerald, Georgia and graduated from the Georgia School of Technology with a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering in 1938. While in college, he was a member of the Reserve Officers Training Corps and accepted a commission into the U.S. Army Infantry Reserve until 27 June 1938, when he accepted an appointment as a 2ndLt in the Marine Corps. During WWII, he took part in the Guadalcanal-Tulagi landings, the capturing of Guadalcanal, Eastern New Guinea/Cape Gloucester campaigns, and the Peleliu operation. Davis was promoted to major on 28 February 1943 and awarded the Navy Cross and Purple Heart for his actions on Peleliu in September 1944. While wounded on the island, he remained with his men and rallied them to establish new defensive positions to fight against the Japanese. In Korea, Davis commanded the 1st Battalion, 7th Marines, from August to December 1950. He earned the Nation's highest decoration for heroism, the Medal of Honor, during the 1st Marine Division's historic fight to break out of the Chosin Reservoir area. There, against overwhelming odds, he led his battalion in a terrific four-day battle which saved a rifle company from annihilation and opened a mountain pass for the escape of two trapped Marine regiments. The Medal of Honor was presented to Davis by President Harry S. Truman in a White House ceremony on 24 November 1952. Davis would serve in Vietnam as Deputy Commanding General, Provisional Corps, then became Commanding General, 3d Marine Division. On 23 February 1971, President Richard M. Nixon nominated Davis for Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, which was confirmed by the Senate and he received his fourth star. He served as Assistant Commandant from 12 March 1971 until he retired from active duty on 31 March 1972, after 33 years of service. Gen Davis died on 3 September 2003 at the age of 88. He is buried in Forestlawn Memorial Gardens in College Park, Georgia. Semper Fidelis, Marine. Read more about Davis on the Marine Corps History Division website: https://www.usmcu.edu/.../LtCol-Raymond-Gilbert-Davis/
  7. Adding it up, this mix seasons one pound of meat.
  8. Alas, that too will soon be empty. Alas.
  9. Take me now, Lord! I just found this one. I'm thinking of a mustard -sour cream spread for it. https://www.kingarthurbaking.com/recipes/latke-focaccia-recipe Latke Focaccia Ingredients Shop this Recipe Dough 2 1/2 cups plus 2 tablespoons (315g) King Arthur Unbleached Bread Flour 1 1/2 tablespoons (19g) olive oil 1 cup plus 1 tablespoon (241g) water, lukewarm 1 rounded teaspoon instant yeast 1 1/4 teaspoons table salt Potatoes 1 1/2 pounds (6 cups/680g) frozen shredded hash brown potatoes 2 tablespoons (25g) extra-virgin olive oil 3/4 teaspoon table salt 1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper 1 small (130g to 160g) yellow onion, thinly sliced 5 tablespoons (35g) cornstarch Assembly 3 tablespoons (37g) olive oil, divided To make the dough: Weigh your flour; or measure it by gently spooning it into a cup, then sweeping off any excess. In a large bowl, stir together all the dough ingredients until well combined. Use a flexible spatula to vigorously beat the dough back and forth, slapping the side of the bowl, until it’s smooth and shiny, 1 to 2 minutes. Cover the bowl and set it aside for 30 minutes. Perform a bowl fold: Use a bowl scraper or your wet hand to grab a section of dough from one side, lift it up, and press it down to the middle to seal. Repeat, turning the bowl 90° (a quarter turn) between each stretch, until the dough won’t elongate easily, about 6 to 8 times total. Cover the bowl and set aside for another 30 minutes, perform a bowl fold, then re-cover and let the dough rise overnight in the refrigerator, or at room temperature for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, until doubled in size. If your dough has been refrigerated, let it temper on the counter as you prepare the potatoes. Otherwise, prepare the potatoes towards the end of the rise time. To prepare the potatoes: Place the potatoes in a large microwave-safe bowl or baking dish. Cover with a microwave-safe cover (like a plate), and microwave in 1-minute increments, stirring between each, until the potatoes are no longer frozen, 3 to 5 minutes total. Spread the potatoes out onto a clean, lint-free dish towel or 2 layers of paper towels and gently pat dry to remove excess moisture. Return the potatoes to the large bowl or dish and stir in oil, salt, pepper, and onion, mixing to combine. Add the cornstarch and mix until well combined. To assemble the focaccia: Lightly grease a 12" cast iron pan or an 11" deep-dish pizza pan (see “tips” below to use a 10" pan) with nonstick spray; this ensures that the focaccia will release cleanly. Pour 1 tablespoon oil into the pan and tilt to disperse (the oil adds flavor). Transfer about 2/3 of the potato mixture (roughly 4 cups/540g) into the pan and distribute it into an even layer, pressing some up the sides of the pan to nearly reach the top. Cover the remaining potatoes and set aside. Gently transfer the risen dough on top of the potatoes, doing your best to center it in the pan. Cover the pan with greased plastic wrap or a reusable cover and let it rise in a warm spot for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, until very puffy; it should nearly fill the pan. Towards the end of the rise time, preheat the oven to 425°F with racks in the bottom and upper thirds. When ready to bake, drizzle 1 tablespoon olive oil over the dough. Sprinkle the reserved 2 cups potatoes on top in an even layer. Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil over the potatoes, then use greased fingers to dimple the dough, pressing all the way to the bottom, so that it fills the pan. Bake the potato focaccia on the lower rack for 38 to 40 minutes, until the potatoes are brown. If the top isn’t as dark as you’d like, transfer the pan to the upper rack for an additional 3 to 5 minutes. Let the potato focaccia cool for 10 minutes in the pan on a wire rack, then transfer it directly to the rack to cool. Serve slightly warm or at room temperature.
  10. Picking up your cup for the last swig of coffee only to find
  11. Institute of National Remembrance Suggested for you · 6d · Celebrating Saint Nicholas Day, we would like to remind you this unique picture. Looks like St. Nicholas used a Stuart tank instead of sleigh! It’s not Christmas time, though. It’s the feast of Sinterklaas (St. Nicholas Day) celebrated in Italy on 6 December 1944. The vehicle, nicknamed “Lucypher,” belonged to the 6th 'Dzieci Lwowskich' [Children of Lwów] Armoured Regiment of the 2nd Armoured Brigade assigned to the Gen. Anders’ II Corps, but instead of ammo, the tank carried gifts. The man dressed up as St. Nicholas was officer cadet Edward Wojtczak. The town is Bibbiena in Tuscany. Polish soldiers decided to cheer up the war-weary locals, especially children by arranging an appropriate meeting with St. Nicholas. Poles provided entertainment, food and gifts. It was probably the only “Christmas theme” event organised for the locals by the WW2 Polish army fighting in the West. At the end of 1944, the soldiers of the 6th Polish Armoured Regiment had some tough battles behind them – Monte Cassino, Piedimonte and Ancona. Since 15 November 1944, the unit was resting in Bibbiena. "Trails of Hope. The Odyssey of Freedom" - is a commemorative and educational project on General Władysław Anders and his soldiers. It aims to present the journey of over 116,000 Poles, civilians and General Anders’ soldiers, as well as the combat trail of General Maczek’s 1st Armored Division, to international audiences. The project is to be carried out in the years 2021-2025 and is planned to cover the countries on three continents that the Anders Army went through. We will highlight, among other things, the relations between local residents and communities and the Polish army. View our collected content on this significant project. https://bit.ly/3pJF5TY #WW2 #WładysławAnders #PolishIICorps
  12. Southern Pride&Dixie Proud Suggested for you · · Hunley Captain George Dixon was found with this gold coin in his pocket, which saved his life from a bullet at the battle of Shiloh, Dixon suffered a bullet wound to his left leg, but a gold $20 coin given to him by his sweetheart Queenie Bennett absorbed the brunt of the damage, miraculously saving both his leg and his life... For 137 years, no one knew whether the story was a historical fact or a romantic tale passed from generation to generation. A Legend Becomes Reality During the excavation of the Hunley, a gold coin minted in 1860 was discovered lying on Dixon’s hip bone. It was warped from the impact of a bullet, and traces of lead were discovered on the coin. One side bears the image of Lady Liberty, and the other has been sanded and inscribed with the following words: Shiloh April 6th, 1862 My life Preserver G. E. D. War Dog
  13. That sounds tasty! I'm not a fan of distilled spirits in eggnog or coffee (other than Irish Coffee). As you said, it's a bit harsh.
  14. JUST LISTED! LOCKHEED T-33A PROJECT WITH LARGE QUANTY OF SPARES INCLUDED! On behalf of the Warbird Heritage Foundation, Courtesy Aircraft is proud to offer to the market this Lockheed T-33A project. The aircraft was flown into the Waukegan IL airport about 10 years ago where it has been stored inside. It has been stripped and painted but needs to be reassembled and have a current condition inspection. The aircraft is surplus to the needs of the Foundation and needs to go to a good home! NEW! $79,900 Click Below for details: https://courtesyaircraft.com/aircraft/n9127-lockheed-t-33a-project/
  15. Not worth it. I've tried them 3 times... greasy and tasteless, other than cloying sweetness. I'll go to one of the doughnut shops run by Cambodian families around here.
  16. Very cool approach to wrapping your head around the immense food stores needed to feed a massive Civil War army. This was done by Mark Bingham's history students history at Prospect Mountain High School in Alton, New Hampshire.
  17. Sallie wasn’t lost — she was watching over the wounded and dead of her regiment... 1861: The new 11th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry Regiment was still in their first month of training, when a stranger from town brought to the captain a puppy, barely four or five weeks old, and presented it to the regiment. She was a pug-nosed brindle bull terrier that soon won the admiration of all the men in the unit. She was cute, and the men named her “Sallie” after one of the local beauties in West Chester, PA, the site of their training. On the first day's fighting at Gettysburg, the 11th PA was driven back from Oak Ridge and into town. During the chaos, Sallie became lost and three days later was found by a member of the 12th Mass. at the original position of her regiment when the fighting broke out. Sallie had found her way back and was now standing guard over the wounded and dead of her regiment. Neither hunger nor thirst swayed Sallie from her duty those hot summer days. Weak from lack of food, her comrades successfully nursed her back to health, to again serve with her regiment for nearly two more years. Sadly, just two months before the war's end, Sallie was killed at Hatcher's Run, VA. As the battle raged around them, under “murderous fire” the weeping men of the 11th PA buried their loyal friend and comrade on the field where she fell. In 1890, when the surviving members of the 11th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry erected their monument, they could not forget their little companion who so bravely and so faithfully served by their sides throughout the war. There on Oak Ridge, looking out over the fields in the direction from which the rebels came, at the base of the statue is a bronze likeness of a little dog. It is Sallie ... keeping watch through eternity over the spirits of her boys, just as she did so many years ago during all of the battles they shared. A dog so loyal and so full of love for her men that they insisted she be remembered on their monument, for all time.
  18. “And after a long time the boy came back again. "I am sorry, Boy," said the tree, "but I have nothing left to give you- My apples are gone." "My teeth are too weak for apples," said the boy. "My branches are gone," said the tree. "You cannot swing on them-" "I am too old to swing on branches," said the boy. "My trunk is gone," said the tree. "You cannot climb-" "I am too tired to climb," said the boy. "I am sorry," sighed the tree. "I wish that I could give you something... but I have nothing left. I am an old stump. I am sorry..." "I don't need very much now," said the boy, "just a quiet pleace to sit and rest. I am very tired." "Well," said the tree, straightening herself up as much as she could, "well, an old stump is a good for sitting and resting. Come, Boy, sit down. Sit down and rest." And the boy did. And the tree was happy.” Shel Silverstein - The Giving Tree, 1964.
  19. Legumes is legumes. Alpo, did you rinse them first? Need to rinse and season them. Heated and seasoned is even better. Sort of like canned corned beef or Spam, yeah, you can eat them right out of the can, but they're much better treated in some way.
  20. That's why I don't mind if my threads get high jacked. I may express surprise at the direction a thread has taken, but it doesn't bother me
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