The purpose of Arlington National Cemetery is to honor and remember our nations heroes. Sadly, those who have dedicated their lives to honoring and persevering our history have been ordered to erase it by a leader who does not value the contributions and sacrifices made by those he deems as unworthy.
Stuff They Don’t Want You To Know: Rear Admiral Grace Murry Hopper
Grace Murray Hopper was a pioneering computer scientist and naval officer, known for developing the first compiler and advocating for accessible programming languages. She contributed to early computers like UNIVAC I and famously coined "debugging." Hopper received numerous accolades, including the Presidential Medal of Freedom, and influenced modern programming significantly.
Sweet Find
I found this little gem at my Mom's house. It was part of my dad's collection. During the 1950s - 1970s my dad was an on-air DJ. He picked up a lot of interesting finds along the way.
Pearl Harbor Day
In honor of the 75th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor. To all of who served our country during World War II (and future wars) thank you. Franklin D. Roosevelt's Speech in response to the Japanese Bombing of Pearl Harbor given 8 December 1941
Never Forget
Today, marks the 14th anniversary of a day that will live in infamy. It is the Pearl Harbor for my generation. It is the day that changed the world. Never forget those who were lost that day ... the innocents who were doing life as usual first responders who willing rushed into the Towers because … Continue reading Never Forget
Happy Birthday America
In honor of the 4th of July I'm re-posting my 4th of July post from 2009. Chester by William Billings became a popular anthem during the American Revolution. Chester and Yankee Doodle were probably the most popular songs during the American Revolution. Billings was an American composer born in Boston in 1746. He … Continue reading Happy Birthday America
D-Day
Many thanks to the Big Guy's grandfather and others who were there on June 6, 1944. General Dwight D. Eisenhower's message to the troops before embarking: Soldiers, Sailors and Airmen of the Allied Expeditionary Force! You are about to embark upon a great crusade, toward which we have striven these many months. The eyes of … Continue reading D-Day
The Dee Zone 