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Posted: Tue Oct 28th, 2008 01:06 am |
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I didn't want to publish this when I found it. for personal reasons to show respect to each of the families mentioned.
Lance Cpl. Stacy A. Dryden, 22, of North Canton, Ohio, died Oct. 19 from injuries sustained in a non-hostile incident in Anbar province, Iraq. She was assigned to 1st Supply Battalion, 1st Marine Logistics Group, Camp Pendleton, Calif.
May the Lord be with the family and Fellow Marines in this time of loss.
May the Lord be with those whom served with Stacy and her familyas well
This is a very sad moment for both families
I ask everyone to take a moment and agree with me in the following prayer
Dear Father God
You are not too far from us in our times of sorrow.
For you too know the anguish of loosing someone you love.
Please Father, In the precious name of your Son Jesus of Nazereth. The Holy One of Isreal. Please comfort the hearts of my friend and the famly of LCpl Stacy A Dryden, Lord.
Hold them up above their pain and in Your heavenly peace that surpasses all understanding.
My heart is also broken Lord, Please Send your Holy Spirit to Comfort God.
Thank you for being with each one who is near to death.
Please Grant Her Family and her friends that death is only a temporary seperation.
We shall all- who trust and believe in your Son , Be together for eternity with You Lord.
This, Father God Through the Precious salvation through Christ Jesus your son.
Father, please grant us the mercy and grace to go on and continue to live on in Your grace.
Lord, Please, also hold us all up above the circumstances. You are El Shaddail the All sufficient One Lord.
and You alone Lord, can protect each of us. Please Father, In the Name of Jesus be with all those whom are deployed, Keep them in the Shadows of your wings Lords. Protect them. and Set Your Angels around about them to guide and direct them.
And we give you the thanks in all these things Lord
Amen.
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From Colonel John D. Folsom USMCR Camp Al Taqaddum, Iraq
Just outside the back gate at Camp Al Taqaddum is the small village of Kabani. Kabani can be found on the northeast shore of Lake Habbiniyah in central Iraq.
Find Kabani at 320 20' 55" N and 430 33' 19" E.
Our civil-military operations teams go to several Iraqi villages from Camp Al Taqaddum where we hold medical and dental clinics and help Iraqis build water systems, medical clinics and so forth. Lately, we have been assisting the people in Kabani with a new water distribution system and clinic.
Every village in Iraq has kids and Kabani is no exception
Like most rural villages in Iraq, Kabani is poor. But, poor or not, kids are kids. They have the same dreams that our kids have. They want the same things. They need what all kids need and that's to be a kid without hunger and fear. And they need toys.
What can you send the young girls? Baby dolls would be great. So would stuffed animals. Simple things, so nothing that require batteries or electricity.
Of course, when kids don't have toys, they will improvise. This young boy fashioned some wire into a wheeled toy. It was the only thing that resembled a toy that I saw during my visit.
Boys will be boys, as we all know. I'm sure that the boys would enjoy cars and trucks. Again, nothing that requires batteries or electricity.
The toys don't have to be fancy or "state of the art." Think back to when you were a kid and what made you smile when your parents gave you a gift.
While giving toys to the kids won't solve all the problems they face, for a little while they can do what all kids should do: have fun.
Semper Fidelis!
Colonel John D. Folsom, USMCR
If you send toys, please send only new toys. They don't have to be fancy or expensive.
I'll get your toys to the Marines and Sailors who go out to Kabani on our civil-miltary operation missions.
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I thank everyone who attended the Benefit Concert last Saturday. We had a great time.
Below are some photos of that evening.
I am also including photos of the trees that are selected to be delivered-along with toys, Christmas Tree Ornaments, Books and Movies.
Many have asked about the type of books that can be donated.
We are accepting books of all types, except adult or pornographic nature.
We currently have a wide variety of books, We still need books that are educational to be placed inside the library.
This types of books will include medical journals, and any type of nursing books that you may have from college. (remember, there is a medical facilty at the base), And many people are interested in advancing their careers in the military to include the medical field).
I will also publish the Commandant of the United States Marine Corps Official Readers List for everyone to see which books and or movies can be utilized for the Base Library.
Tax deductible donations in the amounts of $1.00 and up are also welcomed. The funds will be used towards Operation WOW FACTOR, to purchase Clothing, Calling Cards, toys and other materials that can be used for Operation WOW FACTOR (Books for Camp TQ).
You will find a list of these and other books and movies that are related materials on our wishlist on amazon.com
http://www.amazon.com/gp/registry/wishlist/3PUJ8LSYXU9X4
COMMANDANT OF THE U.S. MARINE CORPS
OFFICIAL READING LIST
The intent of the Commandant in issuing this list (MCBUL 1500) is stated as follows: "In an era of constrained resources, our professional reading program is designed to provide Marines with an intellectual framework to study warfare and enhance their thinking and decision making skills. The mind, like the body, grows soft with inactivity. All Marines must understand that mental fitness is as demanding and as important as physical fitness, for both require commitment and perseverance. In a world characterized by rapid change and great uncertainty, our reading program will act as a combat multiplier by providing all Marines with a common frame of reference and historical perspective on warfare, human factors in combat and decisionmaking. In so doing, the program will also strengthen the threads of cohesion that make our Marine Corps unique." Selectons of recommended works are to be made from the listings under each rank. The sub-categories of readings for "All Marines" listed at the end, are shown in parentheses.
Private, Private First Class, Lance Corporal
Forester
Rifleman Dodd
Heinlein
Starship Troopers
Hubbard
A Message to Garcia
Miller
The Bridge at Dong-Ha
Simmons
U.S. Marines: 1775-1975
Various
U.S. Constitution
Webb
Fields of Five
Corporal, Sergeant
Barber
The War of the Running Dogs: The Malayan Emergency, 1948-1962
Campbell
The Old Man's Trail
Card
Ender's Game
Chapin
Uncommon Men: Sergeants Major of the Marine Corps
Crane
The Red Badge of Courage
Davis
Marine: The Life of Lt Gen & USMC (Ret) Lewis B. (Chesty) Puller
Hammel
Fire in the Streets: The Battle for Hue, Tet 1968
Leckie
The Buffalo Soldiers: A Narrative of the Negro Cavalry in the West
Marshall
Soldier's Load and the Mobility of a Nation
McCormick
The Right Kind of War
Schell
Battle Leadership
Swinton
The Defense of Duffer's Drift
Thomason
Fix Bayonets!
Uris
Battle Cry
West
The Village
Staff Sergeant, Warrant Officer, Chief Warrant Officer 2, Warrant Officer 3, Second Lieutenant, First Lieutenant
Amrose
Band of Brothers: E Co. 506th Regiment, 101st Airborne: From Normandy to Hitler's Eagle's Nest
Ambrose
Pegasus Bridge: June 6, 1944
Asprey
War in the Shadows: The Guerilla in History
Collins
Common Sense Training: A Working Philosophy for Leaders
English & Gudmundsson
On Infantry
Fuller
Grant and Lee: A Study in Personality and Generalship
Giap
How We Won the War
Hagan
American Gunboat Diplomacy and the Old Navy, 1877-1889
Holmes
Acts of War: The Behavior of Men in Battle
Hynes
Flights of Passage: Reflections of a World War II Aviator
Keegan
The Face of Battle
Laquer & Alexander
Terroism Reader
Liddell Hart
Strategy
Lind
Maneuver Warfare Handbook
Manning
The Middle Parts of Fortune: Somme and Ancre
Moore & Galloway
We Were Soldiers Once and Young: La Drang, The Battle that Changed the War in Vietnam
Moskin
The U.S. Marine Corps Story
Moskos
The Military: More Than Just a Job
Nolan
Operation Buffalo: USMC Fight for the DMZ
Nye
Challenge of Command: A Reading for Military Excellence
Rommel
Attacks
Ross
Iwo Jima: Legacy of Valor
Sajer
The Forgotten Soldier: The Classic World War II Autobiography
Scales
Firepower in Limited War
Shaara
The Killer Angels
Sherrod
Tarawa: The Story of a Battle
Sulzberg
The Fall of Eagles
Sun Tzu
Art of War
Various
U.S. Constitution
Willock
Unaccoustomed to Fear: A Biography of the Late General Roy S. Gieger
Gunnery Sergeant, First Seargeant, Master Sergeant, Chief Warrant Officer 4, Captain
Ardant Du Picq
Battle Studies: Ancient and Modern Battles
Chaliand
Guerrilla Strategies: A Historical Anthology from the Long March to Afghanistan
Doughty
The Breaking Point: Sedan and the Fall of France, 1940
Fall
Street Without Joy
Hackett
Profession of Arms
Hastings
Battle for the Falklands
Heinl
Victory at High Tide: The Inchon-Seoul Campaign
Higgenbotham
The War of American Independence: Military Attitudes, Policies, and Practice
Hoffman
Once a Legend:"Red Mike" Edson of the Marine Raiders
Hooker
Maneuver Warfare: An Anthology
Horne
The Price of Glory: Verdun 1916
Infantry School (U.S.)
Infantry in Battle
Isley & Crowl
The U.S. Marines and Amphibious War: Its Theory, and its Practice in the Pacific
Keegan
The Price of Admiralty: The Evolution of Naval Warfare
Krulak
First to Fight: An Inside View of the U.S. Marine Corps
Lupfer
The Dynamics of Doctrine: The Changes in German Tactical Doctrine During the First World War
MacArthur
Reminiscences
McDonald
Company Commander
Mao Tse-Tung
Mao Tse-Tung on Guerilla Warfare
McDonough
Defense of Hill 781
McPherson
Battle Cry of Freedom: The Civil War Era
Mellenthin
Panzer Battles: A Study of the Employment of Armor in the Decond World War
Meyer
Company Command: The Bottom Line
Millett & Maslowski
For the Common Defense: A Military History of the United States of America
Moorehead
Galipoli
Moran
The Anatomy of Courage
Myrer
One an Eagle
Navmc 2890
Small Wars Manual
Newman
Follow Me: Human Element in Leadership
O'Ballance
No Victor, No Vanquished: Yom Kippur War
Peppers
History of U.S. Military Logistics, 1935-1985
Puller
Fortunate Son
Sears
Landscape Turned Red: The Battle of Antietam
Sledge
With the Old Breed at Peleliu and Okinawa
Smith
Douglas Southall Freeman on Leadership
Summers
On Strategy: A Critical Analysis of the Vietnam War
Turley
The Easter Offensive, Vietnam, 1972
Van Creveld
Airpower and Maneuver Warfare
Major, Chief Warrent Officer 5
Baynes
Morale: A Study of Men and Courage
Catton
Grant Takes Command
Clausewitz
On War
D'este
Patton: A Genius for War
Fall
Hell in a Very Small Place: The Siege of Dien Bien Phu
Fehrenbach
This Kind of War: A Study in Unpreparedness
Frank
Guadalcanal: The Definitive Account
Fraser
Knight's Cross: A Life of Field Marshall Erwin Rommel
Griffith
Forward into Battle: Fighting Tactics from Waterloo to Vietnam
Guevara
Che Guevara on Guerilla Warfare
Hammel
Chosin: Heroic Ordeal of the Korean War
Higginbotham
George Washington and the American Military Tradition
Lejeune
Reminiscences of a Marine
Mersky
U.S. Marine Corps Aviation
Paret
Makers of Modern Steategy: From Maciavelli to the Nuclear Age
Prange
At Dawn We Slept: The Untold Story of Pearl Harbor
Robertson
Dieppe: The Shame and the Glory
Schwarzkopf
It Doesn't Take a Hero
Sherrod
History of Marine Corps Aviation in WW2
Shy
A People Numerous and Armed: Reflections on the Military Struggle for American Independence
Slim
Defeat into Victory
Spector
Eagle Against the Sun: The American War with Japan
Van Crevald
Command in war
Van Crevald
Supplying War: Logistics from Wallenstein to Patton
Master Gunnery Sergeant, Sergeant Major, Lieutenent Colonel
Baer
One Hundred Years of Seapower: The U.S. Navy, 1890-1990
Bennett
Ultra in the West: The Normandy Campaign, 1944-45
Buell
The Quiet warrior: A Biography of Admiral Raymond A. Spruance
Gordon & Trainor
The General's War: The Inside Story of the Conflict in the Gulf
James
The Year of MacArthur
Keiser
The U.S. Marine Corps and Defense Unification, 1944-47: The Politics of Survival
Kohn
Eagle and Sword: The Federalists and the Creation of the Military Establishment in America, 1783-1802
Krepinevich
The Army and Vietnam
Long
Personal Memoirs of Ulusses S. Grant
Millett
In Many a Strife: General Gerald C. Thomas and the U.S. Marine Corps
Murray
The Making of Strategy
Newman
Follow Me II: More on the Human Element in Leadership
Pagonis
Moving Mountains: Lessons in Leadership and Logistics from the Gulf War
Travers
How the War Was Won
Vaux
Take That Hill: Royal Marines in the Falklands War
White
The Enlightened Soldier: Scharnhorst and the Militarische Gesellschaft in Berlin, 1801-1805
Woodward
100 Days: The Memoirs of the Falklands Battle Group Commander
COLONEL
Ambrose
The Supreme Commander: The War Years of General Dwight D. Eisenhower
Brennan
Foundations of Moral Obligation: The Stockdale Course
Chandler
The Campaigns of Napoleon
Cohen
Military Misfortunes: The Anatomy of Failure in War
Cray
General of the Army: George C. Marshall, Soldier and Statesman
Doughty
Seeds of Disaster: The Development of French Army Doctrine, 1919-1939
Eccles
Logistics in the National Defense
Flicke
War Secrets in the Ether: The use of Signals Intelligence by the German Military in WW2
Forester
The General
Friedman
From Beirut to Jerusalem
Horne
A Savage War of Peace: Algeria, 1954-1962
Horne
To Lose a Battle:, France 1940
Kennedy
The Rise and Fall of British Naval Mastery
Millett & Murray
Military Innovation in the Interwar Period
Murray
Luftwaffe
O'Neill
A Democracy at war: America's Fight at Home and Abroad in WW2
Palmer
The 25-Year War: America's Military Role in Vietnam
Potter
Nimitz
Ridgeway
Korean War
Ryan
A Bridge to Far
Shulimson
The Marine Corps Search for a Mission, 1880-1898
Simpkin
Race to the Swift: Thoughts on Twenty First Century Warfare
Smythe
Pershing, General of the Armies
Thucydides
The Peloponnesian War
Travers
The Killing Ground: The British Army, the Western Front, and the Emergence of Modern Warfare, 1900-1918
Van Tien Dung
Our Great Spring Victory: An Account of the Liberation of South Vietnam
Vandergrift
Once a Marine: The Memoirs of General A.A. Vandergrift, USMC
Weigley
Eisenhower's Lieutenants: The Campaign of France and Germany, 1944-45
Generals
Bartlett
Lejeune: A Marine's Life, 1867-1942
Fuller
Generalship, Its Diseases and Their Cure: A Study of the Personal Factor in Command
Halberstam
The Best and the Brightest
Kagan
On the Origins of War and the Preservation of Peace
Kennedy
Rise and Fall of the Great Powers: Economic Change and Military Conflict from 1500-2000
Kissinger
Diplomacy
MacDonald
Giap: The Victor in Vietnam
McNamara
In Retrospect: The Tragedy and Lessons of Vietnam
Moore
A Woman at War: Storming Kuwait with the U.S. Marines
Murray
Airwar in the Gulf
Newman
What Are Generals Made of?
Powell
My American Journey
Royster
Memoirs of General W.T. Sherman
Schmidt
Maverick Marine: General Smedley Butler and the Contradictions of American Military History
Sheehan
A Bright Shining Lie: John Paul Vann and America in Vietnam
Timberg
The Nightingale's Song
Twining
No Bended Knee
All Marines - Military Affairs and National Security Issues
Greenwood & Neimeyer
America's Cutting Edge: U.S. Marine Corps Roles and Missions (Roles and Missions)
Smith
Angels from the Sea: Relief Operations in Bangladesh (Peace Operations)
Drew
NATO: From Berin to Bosnia (Peace Operations)
McKenzie
Peacekeeper (Peace Operations)
Murray
1995-1996 Brassey's Mershon American Defense Annual (Revolutions in Military Affairs)
Toffler & Toffler
War and Anti-War (Revolutions in Military Affairs)
Scwartau
Information Warfare (Information Warfare)
Campen
The First Information War (Information Warfare)
Libicki
What Is Information Warfare? (Information Warfare)
Van Ham
Managing Non-Proliferation Regimes in the 1990s (International Nuclear Proliferation)
Reiner
Nuclear Non-Proliferation (International Nuclear Proliferation)
Braestrup
Big Story (Military and the Media)
Fialka
Hotel Warriors (Military and the Media)
All Marines - Professional and Societal Issues
Covey
Seven Habits of Highly Effective People (Professional Development)
Smith
Taking Charge, Making the Right Choices (Professional Development)
Walton
The Deming Management Method (Professional Development)
Senge
The Fifth Discipline (Professional Development)
Thomas
Beyond Race and Gender (Cultural Diversity)
Buchen
Cultural Diversity Manual (Cultural Diversity)
Hacker
Two Nations: Black and White, Separate, Hostile, Unequal (Cultural Diversity)
Bennett
Book of Virtues (Ethics)
Carter
Integrity (Ethics)
Various
Presidential Commission on the Assignment of Women in the Armed Forces (Women in the Military)
Webb
Step Forward (Women in the Military)
Yianilos
Woman Marine (Women in the Military)
Elshtain
Women and War (Women in the Military)
JIm the Entertainment Director of Hardwired with SMYTH.
THE JOKER LOOK GOIN ON THERE.
HMMM And what is on his mind.
The Soundman. We had some great stories .. He was in Isreal when Saddam was shooting the Scud Missiles over from Iraq during Desert Storm.
A survivor !!
Lori and her boyfriend He is in the Delaware Army Rerserve National Guard.
Hoooaaah!
Vox Humana
These guys filled where two bands did a no show.
Now that deserves a Big Hell yea
Mesina
What can I say? They done a great show!!! They just added to all the energy that night!!! Awsome!!!
SMYTH.
Every one of the bands were excellent. Although, I have my own personal pick.
Smyth have more energy then a little bit. smiles.I really like their show!!!
The Millier Race Girls where there too.
Oh yea. that is me. I didn't expect them to show up.
Here are some photos that were from the concert last weekend in Dover for the benefit. Smyth, Clashing Plaid, Mesina, Vox Humana performed at Hardwired for us. We had the Miller Girls come in as well.
And the two trees the one I am in front of is selected for Camp Al Taqaddum Iraq US Military Base. "OPERATION WOW FACTOR"
I am 6'6" tall to show how wide and tall the tree is. the one that has a bottom clipped is the other one .
FOR CAMP TQ
SECOND TREE
Keep in mind the trees around this are all ove 5-6 foot tall. to give an idea as to the actual height of the tree.
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A Christmas Tree isn't complete without decorations.
We also are inviting businesses and individuals who wish to participate, to send us a Christmas Card or an Ornament to go on the tree showing their support for the troops. Due to conditions for shipping the supplies We are suggesting to send something made of plastic or a durable ornament. Such as A laminate Card.
Due to some of the men and women deployed being of the Jewish Faith at the Base where the tree is going, something to reflect their faith as well is welcomed.
We are sending over 1000 Books, as well as Toys. We hope to send some snack as well such as potato chips tastikakes or little debbie products. Altough All we are asking from businesses- to send a card or ornament for the Tree.
Anything additional would be over and above our expectations.
In Honor
Earl R. Lofland, President
Delaware Chapter Knights Of The Innocent, Inc
http://www.knigthsoftheinnocent.org
http://www.myspace.com/deknightsoftheinnocent
31 Pom Run Dr
P. O. Bx 272
Clayton, DE
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302 653 7205
Message from PA HOTH Director EAST Barbara Cunningham
Earl,
Fantastic Job on the Christmas Tree's. If you need toys to go with those trees, I may be able to get them from my reserve unit for 3rd Bn. 14th Marines. Just let me know how many you may need. I am the HOTH Director (help on the homefront) for the Patriot Guard & Ride Captain in Pa Region 6.
With respect,
Semper Fidelis,
Barbara
Faithfully Yours,
Barbara A. Cunningham
Pa HOTH Director East
http://patriotguard.org
Pa Region 6 Ride Captain
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"Nothing is as strong as the heart of a volunteer".
LTC Jimmy Doolittle, WWII
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Greetings Everyone,
WE HAVE A CHRISTMAS TREE FOR CAMP TQ IRAQ
Come out next Saturday to Hardwired Rock and Roll Bar 4123 DuPont Hwy
Dover De (2 Miles North of Dover Downs Speedway-across from Brenford
Animal Hospital.)
Dover Will have a Party that will be a long time before it is
forgotten!!
Books For Camp TQ Benefit Concert Proceeds will go to help Abused
Children in Delaware and for the benefit "Books For Camp TQ"
There will be several bands performing, Doors will open at 4:00 PM
We have three bands coming in from Pennsylvania
Smyth
Clashing Plaid
Mesina
And two additional bands from the Delaware area
Altered Six
Seventh Hour.
Just one band performance would be well worth the cover charge But
You get to hear 5 bands who are nothing less then the best.PLUS
everyone who pays to get into the shows will be entered to win a 90
day training class in Martial Arts.(Additional Tickets will be
available as well.
We also will hold a 50/50 raffle that evening as well as chances to
win other great gifts that night.
A benefit Concert that is nothing less then the best for the those
who deserve nothing less then the best.Abused Children and the Men
and Women serving in the Military.
I will be disclosing the Tree Farm who has been so gracious to donate
a Tree to the mission that evening.
Although for now, WE HAVE A CHRISTMAS TREE FOR CAMP TQ IRAQ.The
tree was donated by the owner of the tree farm-after finding out that
this tree is going to Iraq for the Troops .
The Location of the Tree Farm.Makes the delivery of the tree from
the farm to the Military Air Transport Command Center as easy as
possible.
LCDR (Lt Commander, for those who haven't been in the Military) Leo
Lynch has passed on to me the below message.
On Behalf of Those whom are Stationed at Camp TQ.The Chaplain Leo
Lynch and The Knights Of The Innocent; Thank You!!! Everyone who has
been so wonderful in making donations- sending us books and other
supplies, We are still in need of some toys and other supplies
In Honor
Earl Lofland, President Delaware Knights Of The Innocent
31 Pom Run Dr
P. O.Bx 272
Clayton, DE
19938
Peace Earl,
I have the higher ups here working diligently with the intention on
getting a C130 for the tree.I shared with them you had already
secured a wonderful 30' tree for us and how ..great' it would be to
see the glee in the eyes of everyone who sees it.What I am seeking
here is the "wow factor".
The tree will go up in the middle of the base, its only foot
traffic.Whether you are going to chow or the Exchange/PX you will
walk pass it.When the Marine, Sailor, and/or Civilian personnel look
at it, I want their hearts to skip a beat.I want them to think of
their loved ones and how blessed we are to have a Christmas tree and
more importantly, to be privileged to live in America .
As I spread the word around, everyone is getting excited about seeing
this ..thirty foot Christmas tree in the middle of the base, Iraq '.
The more I talk about it, I know exactly how they feel.I'll surely
keep you posted as things shape up on this end.Again, thank you for
your willingness to assist in realizing my 2008 Christmas wish.
Peace,
Chaplain L.Lynch
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To: Earl
Date: Sep 11, 2008 11:14 PM
From: LCDR Leo Lynch (TQ Chaplain)
Hi Earl
Just checking in with you. I am getting the ‘higher ups’ around here excited about a 30 ft Christmas tree to bring in the Christmas cheer. Everyone seems to be excited. They are checking their sources to see what can be done as well. As things firm up on my end I’ll be sure to keep you posted. Thank you for your help. This will be the best Christmas event ever.
Peace,
Chaplain Lynch
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This is an update on the Books For Camp TQ
I want to thank everyone who has been donating books DVDs VHS Tapes Cloths and Toys to be shipped to Camp TQ Iraq.
We have over 1,000 books so far and an entire garage filled at our national headquarters in Pennsylvania of books.
Over the Weekend another request come from Deputy Chaplain Lynch with the 1st Marine Logistic Group at TQ Iraq.
A 30 Foot Christmas Tree for the base.
After our conference last Friday We are both working on a way to get a 30 foot Blue Spruce sent over to Camp TQ.
Below is a plea that has been sent to everyone on our mailing list and bulletin boards.
If you are able to assist us with transporting a 30 foot Christmas Tree Please Call us
or email us
302 653 7205
EL22526@aol.com
Date: Sept 10th 2008
I am in need of shipping humanitarian aid supplies (a cargo container) to either the port of Basra or Umm Qsar
The Humanitarian aid includes books toys and clothing that needs to be delivered to Camp Al Taqaddum Iraq. by Christmas.
I am searching for the nearest port that has goods that are shipped to either of these ports so to have the products reach the Chaplain Leo Lynch Dpty Chaplain Camp TQ in time for Christmas.
I am Sending a Request for your assistance.
I have contacted Black Water USA The US Department of Defense. USAF, anyone and everyone that May be able to help.
I have seen where you shipped supplies to Iraq before.
I have over a hundred boxes of books that are to go to a library at Al Taqaddum Iraq. I also have a 30 Foot Christmas Tree.
Please Help the Chaplain, Leo Lynch of Camp Taqaddum, "TQ" Iraq to give the a Christmas that will be remembered for a long time.
I don't care who gets the credit for getting it over there. I just need these supplies to get to Iraq.
Below is a letter that has been sent to to anyone I can think of that sends supplies to Iraq.
I am Earl Robert Lofland President of the Delaware Chapter Knights Of The Innoncet a 501 (c) 3 Child Advocacy Organization.
Our HQ is in Collingdale PA our State of Delaware Chapter is in Clayton, DE
We have supplies that are to be shipped over to Camp Al Taqaddum Iraq
Toys for children, as well as over 800 books DVD and VHS Movies for the Library that is at the FOB TQ., As well as Some Cloths that is for TQ.
This past Friday, the Chaplain of the 1st Marines Logistics Group stationed at Camp Al Taqaddum, Iraq and I were talking. We have decided to do something for the men and women stationed at Camp TQ. for Christmas.
Set up a 30 foot live Christmas Tree in the center of the base with lights stockings and decorations.
Here is the situation.
The size of the tree (25- 30 Foot Tall) is not permitted to be sent via United States Postal Service. It is too large . I was told that I would have to cut it in half.
That means they aren' t getting a 30 ft tree then.
The only way it is going to get over their is either on a Ship, and or by air cargo .
As for the Logistics Once it is in Iraq. We can get it to TQ. It is just a matter of delivery to IRAQ.and notifying Colonel Folsom Chaplain Lynch at TQ where to pick the tree up at in Iraq.
You know the US Government Stand ard Policy on Shipping non military goods .. And, how the cargo transport system works .
Requisitions- Triplicate and Quaduplica te forms, Forms after Forms all to each department that is in charge of shiping the cargo from the United States to Iraq .
That is the official US Government stand ard policy on transporting goods to the troops.
There is the USO and the USAID who MAY be able to assist at times .
This all depends on whether or not they have goods that are going to the destination and whether or not there is enough room on the vessel to carry the supplies being sent.Meaning the supplies could be stuck in limbo for 8 month s before getting put on the Cargo manefest
Boxes of supplies such as the small trees that you hear about organizations asking for you to help to send to troop s is one thing .
They are small enough to be shipped USPS.
But . . . ...A 30 Foot Real Life Spruce from Either Delaware or Pennsylvania is a totally different Dawg. in itself.
IMPROVISE ADAPT OVERCOME.
Now, I could go with compromise and ship over a couple smaller trees .
Or even one very large Artificial Tree. that would be required to be put togetther out of a box. They cost over $ 20,000.00 And then there is the shipping cost. Frankly? I do not have that kind of money .
Besides. .... I am a Veter an Marine.Wanting to help Fellow Troops have a decent Christmas I don' t believe in compormise .Last year I done a fundraiser that no one participated in- a benefit automobile / motorcycle run from Delaware to Myrtle Beach Bike Week, South Carolina. Other then myself and my 74 year old mother.(Yea she went along too)
I didn' t compromise the mission then.And, I damned sure am not about to do that NOW! !!!!
SEMPER FI DO OR DIE. NO COMPROMISE NO MERCY . . .AND IT IS A MATTER OF THE BLOOD BOND WITH THE EAGLE GLOBE AND ANCHOR AT STAKE HERE."M4L From C2C" ( Marine For Life ... From Corps To Community)
When One Marine Calls in for help; We all are to stand behind their cause !!! And when the Marines Chaplain calls for Marines to help; We should be even more supportive to help these brothers and sisters Right ?
Well, I am sending this out to every one. Brothers and Sisters. . . . Veteran Marines. Moms and Dads of Marines. Navy Vets Moms and dads of Sailers. Army Brats Army Veterans and Moms and Dads of a Soldier. Air Force and their moms and dads.
HELP! !! S.O.S. or S.O.T.( Send Our Tree)
The Camp Al Taqaddum has all branches of service stati oned there .
Please Help me get the 30 foot Christmas Tree that Chaplain Lynch asked for over to TQ. So that Osama Bin Laden could see it from Pakistan if he is there !!!
I can get a tree. That is no problem.
I need a way to get this thing over there .
If you know anyone that can help the Chaplain and I out.
Please contact me! !! or Have them contact me.
I am also the President of a Non Profit Organization (Child Advocacy Organisation which is sending over 800 books DVD.s Toys and Cloths Via USPS. To Camp Al Taqaddum, Iraq.
If there is anyway that Black Water could assist with the delivery of these products and the tree We would be happy to fill out a Donation Form for the cost of having these supplies delivered-courtesy of Black Water USA to Camp Taqaddum, Iraq.
Semper Fidelis
Earl R. Lofland, President, Delaware Chapter
Knights Of The Innocent
31 Pom Run Dr
P. O Bx 272
Clayton, DE
19938
302 653 7205
302 632 6064
http://www.knightsoftheinnocent.org
http://www.myspace.com/deknightsoftheinnocent
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Greetings!
Over the past several weeks Since I was nominated as President of the Delaware Chapter Knights Of The Innocent, There has been many objectives that have been focused on. The goals and vision for not only the Knights Of The Innocent nationally and within the state of Delaware. But with our primary beneficiary and other beneficiaries whom we will be assisting over the years ahead.
Currently we have a fundraiser taking place-that many of you are aware of. Books For Camp "TQ"
We have received such as great response from all over the United States. Where people have been making generous donations of books DVD's and other supplies that is to be air lifted to the troops deployed at Al Taquaddum, Iraq.
Also, we have a benefit concert scheduled on Sept 20th that will be raising money for not only additional supplies but also to help raise money for our primary beneficiary here in Delaware. as with their Non Profit Organization Middletown Counseling Center and The Annette's Haven, Inc.
We have recently opend an online mall to further assist us in helping others in Delaware and abroad.
http://visitourmall.com/Delawarekoti
Child Safety is a World Wide Issue!!
Child Abuse comes in many faces. from Peer to Peer Pressure Date Abuse, Sexual Abuse. Mental and Physical Abuse. and It has just as many symptoms and brings a need for a wide variety of needed services. Counseling, Legal Assistance, Emergency Shelter, Moral Support and physician care and more.
So invite your friends to Help out in a great cause, When doing your shopping online. Add our Online Store to your favorites, and shop at your favorite stores online through us- And at the same time know you are helping out a great cause!! Individuals can also make tax deductible donations to either our national chapter or the Delaware Chapter securely online as well. Just visit either of our web sites listed below for more information.
Semper Fidelis
Earl R. Lofland, President Delaware Chapter Knights Of The Innocent
http://www.knightsoftheinnocent.org
http://visitourmall.com/Delawarekoti
http://www.myspace.com/deknightsoftheinnocent
P.O. Bx 272
Clayton, DE 19938
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When I landed at Camp Al Taqaddum, Iraq on July 10th to assume the duties as an assistant chief of staff for the
1st Marine Logistics Group and camp commandant, I found myself in a much different environment than I remembered from over three years ago.
Throughout much of 2005 Camp Al Taqaddum ("TQ") was frequently targeted with indirect fire as were many of the camps in the Al Anbar province.
"TQ" hasn't had a rocket fired at it in over a year.
Three years ago in the daily operations-intelligence briefings at II Marine Expeditionary Force (Forward), we heard a recap of the previous day's indirect fire attacks, reports of improvised explosive device (IEDs, as you all know) and small arms fire engagements.
The IED incidents briefed in our morning ops-intel briefs are far fewer in number and are more likely directed at Iraqi security forces than U.S. personnel. In the six weeks that I have been here I can recall only one incident of a deliberate attack on one of our outposts.
In October of 2005 I was sent to the edge of Al Anbar, near the Syrian and Jordanian borders, as the Air Boss at Camp Korean Village. Requests for urgent MEDEVACs were frequent. We often heard the detonation of IEDs and sometimes could see the smoke from a burning vehicle that had been hit. We were rocketed once in awhile for good measure.
A few moments ago I reread the Omaha World Herald article from October 11, 2005. There are a few audio links and I heard myself talk about the fight then and about my thoughts for an Iraq in the future. It took me back to a different time and place.
Although we have challenges, what we don't have is the violence that once rocked and marked Al Anbar as a truly dangerous place. We have killed or captured many of those who precipitated the violence. Others just quit. The Iraqi people, too, have taken a stand against the viciousness that hurt their families. The Iraqi military and police forces are more capable and better equipped than they were three years ago.
On the trip from Camp Pendleton to "TQ" I met a young first lieutenant from the 11th Marines, one of our four artillery regiments in our Corps. This was his first deployment and, as you would expect, was quite excited.
He and I talked for awhile. I told him that I hoped that he did not ever fire a single round in a fire mission. He looked at me in a way that I would have to describe as a combination of disbelief and disappointment. I explained that if he were to have a fire mission that means something bad has happened to us: we were hit with indirect fire or a unit was in contact.
Thank goodness that the Marines at the Personnel Recovery Platoon, whose service is the very valuable and sublime care of our dead, have had far fewer casualties than they had a few years ago. Likewise, the Navy's medical personnel of the shock trauma platoon are treating patients, but not many for wounds sustained in combat operations.
That isn't to tell you that there's not combat operations in Al Anbar or that young Marines are no longer being wounded or killed. It's that the level of violence is down considerably and is so because of the service and sacrifice of those who were here on previous deployments.
Our Marines, Sailors. Soldiers and Airmen are doing legendary work at "TQ" to support Operation "Iraqi Freedom". I am especially proud to support them as their camp commandant.
Semper Fidelis!
Colonel John D. Folsom, USMCR
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ATTENTION
To those planning to attend the Benefit Concert and the Raffles
The bearer of this Ultimate Self Defense Training Raffle Ticket will receive one $3.00 (three dollar) Drink at the bar for each ticket they have. At the Benefit Concert at Hardwired Night Club
THIS TICKET WILL NOT GUARANTEE ENTRY INTO THE NIGHT CLUB
This is due to the Fire Marshall Fire Codes, and the club having a limit of accomodating 180 Patrons at a time.
The Tickets being sold are for the Martial Arts Classes Raffle that someone will win that evening.
YOU DO NOT HAVE TO BE AT THE NIGHT CLUB TO WIN!!!
Each Patron the night of the Benefit Concert will recieve one of these tickets as well
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Delaware Chapter Knights Of The Innocent is striving to make the Benefit Concert one great event. We always welcome supporters and Sponsors.
We have added a couple features to the Benefit concert; to draw interest from the community.
During the Benefit Concert we are conducting several drawings for prizes.
1 a 50/50 Drawing You Must Be Present to Win
2 A drawing for Martial Arts Classes at Dauntless Martial Arts at either their Smyrna Delaware or Newark Delaware Locations, Courtesy of one of our newest supporting businesses!
The Value of the Martial Arts Classes is priceless for the person who learns this art.
A 90 Day Four Course Membership For
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
- MMA -
KFM
and Filipino Dumpag
This Package is a $1,860.00 value that will be one of the drawings the night of the benefit.
Photographs Courtesty of Dauntless Martial Arts.
http://lionchoke.com/
You do not have to be present the night of the benefit concert to win The Ultimate Prize.
But, you do have to purchase a ticket for the Benefit Concert to win!!!
The Cost $10.00 Each or Two tickets for $15.00
You can purchase Tickets in Advance.
Contact us for Details
Delaware Chapter Knights Of The Innocent, Inc
A 501 (c) 3 Non Profit Child Advocacy Organization
http://www.knightsoftheinnocent.org
http://www.myspace.com/deknightsoftheinnocent
P.O. Bx 272
Clayton, DE
19938
Phone 302 653 7205
Cell Phone: 302 632 6064
EMAIL EL22526@aol.com
Dauntless will also host benefit Championship Matches as well in the future. training to begin learning the disciplines of .Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu - [size=Keysi Fighting Method - Pekiti-Tirsia and/ or Mixed Martial Arts]
Dauntless teaches one of the best forms of Marital Arts Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu - [size=Keysi Fighting Method - Pekiti-Tirsia and Mixed Martial Arts]
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Duty Honor Commitment Courage
Earl Lofland, Delaware Chapter President
Knights Of The Innocent, Inc
31 Pom Run Dr P.O. Bx 272
Clayton, DE
19938
302 653 7205
http://www.myspace.com/deknightsoftheinnocent
http://www.knightsoftheinnocent.org
We also are asking for tax deductible donations. Our goals are to purchase the Smyrna Movie Theater. For more information visit our blog on the Delaware State News page.
http://www.newszapforums.com/forum47/65207.html
Currently, we are asking for everyone to make a donation to assist Delaware Chapter Kngiths Of The Innocent to purchase and renovate the Old Smyrna Movie Theater.The Property would be ideal for holding our meetings and fundraisers that would be family oriented. such as Seminars, Concerts, Plays and Movies. As well as bring into the local community an opportunity for other organizations to be able to hold fundraisers as well.
Our Goal is to raise $500,000.00 to purchase the property and begin renovations to restore the old movie theater to as close to what it looked like 50 years ago with some modern upgrades that are needed as well.
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Posted: Mon Aug 18th, 2008 03:13 am |
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WOW...this is the greatest idea I've seen YET on this blog!!!! Do keep us posted on your fundraisers.  WOW!!! 
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There are several ways you can make a tax deductable donation to the Knights Of The Innocent.
1 Send a Check or Money Order to:
Delaware Knights Of The Innocent, Inc
31 Pom Run Dr
P.O. Bx 272
Clayton, DE 19938
2 You can also make a tax deductable donation online as well. Go to our myspace profile
http://www.myspace.com/deknightsoftheinnocent , look on right side of the page under the "Who I'd Like To Meet" Section for the PayPal Donate Now button.
These will be sent to our Delaware Chapter.
3 If you wish to donate to our National HQ in Collingdale PA go to http://www.knightsoftheinnocent.org you can donate online from our National Website, or send your donation in to the address listed there. as well.
UPDATE:
Currently, we are asking for everyone to make a donation to assist Delaware Chapter Kngiths Of The Innocent to purchase and renovate the Old Smyrna Movie Theater.The Property would be ideal for holding our meetings and fundraisers that would be family oriented. such as Seminars, Concerts, Plays and Movies. As well as bring into the local community an opportunity for other organizations to be able to hold fundraisers as well.
Our Goal is to raise $500,000.00 to purchase the property and begin renovations to restore the old movie theater to as close to what it looked like 50 years ago with some modern upgrades that are needed as well.
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Very cool - I will not be able to attend this but is there anyway we can send in donations?
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