Tag: marines
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‘We are going to war’: 24 years after 9/11, veterans remember fury, shock, sacrifice
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save When planes flew into the World Trade Center, Pentagon and a field in Pennsylvania 24 years ago, the nation was filled with emotion — awash in shock and fury, followed by an outpouring of patriotism. Former…
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‘The spirit of ’45’: Colorado Springs veterans commemorate 80th anniversary of end of WWII
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Generations of veterans gathered Wednesday at Pikes Peak National Cemetery to remember those who fought for America’s freedom in World War II, on the day Japan surrendered to American troops 80 years ago. A hazy day at the cemetery did not mute the tangible solitude…
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Marines to flight train in Osprey aircraft at Fort Carson
The skies might get loud this upcoming week in the Pikes Peak region while a Marine unit completes a training exercise at Fort Carson and Piñon Canyon Maneuver Site, a Fort Carson news release announced. The Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron VMM-161 from Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, California will be practicing maneuvers with four Osprey…