Monthly Archives: September 2026

Galloway Township Salute to Veterans

By | September 13, 2026

[September 13, 2026]  One of the huge advantages of living in a mostly rural area is the patriotism of its citizens.  Yesterday morning, Galloway Township in New Jersey put on a “Salute to Veterans” in their Veterans’ Memorial Park.  The day was perfect: good weather, high turnout, plenty of food (dogs and burgers), and the local Elks of… Read More »

The Connoisseur of C-Rations

By | September 9, 2026

[September 9, 2026]  Pound cake was my favorite.  In the summer of 1983, I attended the Infantry Officer Course at Ft. Benning, GA.  As part of this 200-man training company, one Second Lieutenant was known to us all as the connoisseur of C-Rations. Two hundred “second looies” (or “butter bars” as they are better known) were a sight… Read More »

Book Review: The Donut Dollies

By | September 8, 2026

[September 8, 2026] Richard Sands has, once again, shed light on an important chapter in the history of Americans serving Americans in combat. For that, thank you, Richard. In his newest book, “Hidden History: The Donut Dollies in Vietnam,” he tells us about the overlooked and underappreciated service of the women who served in the Red Cross Supplemental… Read More »