See What the Iraq Soldiers & Marines See
March 20, 2008
months on the ground in Iraq living with Soldiers and Marines, filming
them as they courageously and selflessly fought the war on the streets
of Baghdad and villages of the Euphrates river valley.
From those three months comes ‘Outside The Wire,’ a documentary
trilogy about Iraq like no other.
Click here to watch a preview–and you will see what I mean.
http://outsidethewire.com/documentary-series/about/extended-trailer.html
The three documentaries, available in a 2-DVD set, take viewers beyond
the headlines and to the war only the grunts get to see and introduces
viewers to unknown heroes like Specialist Jason Stegall, who took on a
suicide truck bomb, saving his unit from destruction.
If you want to see what the war in Iraq looks like outside the
concertina wire and on the streets then you need to watch ‘Outside the
Wire.’
http://outsidethewire.com/get-the-outside-the-wire-documentaries.html
Why We Do What We Do
October 21, 2007
If you haven’t seen or heard this song yet, then you’re welcome. 
Soldier’s Mom Pens American Anthem to Military Men and Women
August 7, 2007
‘So Brave’ song honors son serving in Iraq
‘So Brave’ song has become a voice for mothers searching for comfort
and acknowledgement that their brave sons and daughters are remembered
while deployed and will be embraced upon their return
Nashville, TN – Our nation has long revered the mothers of her soldiers. From Blue Stars in their windows to care packages filled with love and the special touches that only a mother would know – a soldier’s mom is herself a valiant warrior. They wait for news from the battlefield, they pray their sons and daughters will soon come home and they search for the words that express their pride and hope as they count the days until their soldiers return. Read more
NY Times Reports and Prints Story from the Right
July 31, 2007
(Published in the New York Times written by MICHAEL E. O’HANLON and KENNETH M. POLLACK)
“there is enough good happening on the battlefields of Iraq today that Congress should plan on sustaining the effort at least into 2008.”
The New York Times printed this? New York Times Reporters wrote this? Something has undeniably changed. Two of their top reporters got a surprise when they return to Iraq two years later to get the story of a failing policy. Instead, they found the right opposite. They discovered that the troops morale was up under the leadership of Gen. David Petraeus, and the new surge efforts is paying off big time.
Everywhere they turned Army and Marine units focused on securing the Iraq population, working with Iraqi security units, creating new political and economic arrangements at the local level and providing basic services; electricity, fuel, clean water and sanitation to the Iraqi population.
New Media Up!
July 30, 2007
Check out the new posters in the media directory!
More coming soon!
To download, just click on the filename to view. Right-click the image and choose “Save As.”
Sheehan Blogs about GOE!
July 19, 2007
(Contributed by CLEVE R. WOOTSON JR. published by Charlotte Observer)
”At the School of the Assassins in Columbus, GA, and in Charlotte, NC, we ran into similar problems: police presence that seemed to be there to foster violence. At both places the neo-Nazi, pro-war fascist group “Gathering of Eagles” came out to mostly try to intimidate us from our mission,” Sheehan writes in her blog. Read more
THE YELLOW DUCK STRIKES AGAIN
July 17, 2007
Shallotte activist is ‘local and vocal’
Veteran has unique way of supporting troops
(Contributed by Jason M. Rodriguez - The Sun News)
George Samek is sending his message of supporting the troops in Iraq one rubber yellow duck at a time.
GOE’s Samek Charges ALL Eagles to Counter “Retiree” Cindy Sheehan
July 13, 2007
An anti-war protest in Bryant Park at 1701 West Morehead Street of Charlotte, NC at 5:00 pm has led Cindy Sheehan to “come out” of retirement. Sheehan will be countered by GOE’s Eagle George Samek and his crew of anti-Moonbat ducks on Tuesday, July 17, 2007 at 3:00 pm sharp.
GOE requests ALL AVAILABLE Eagles to join Samek and his ducks!
Samek requests ALL participating Eagles to bring all available “EAGLE” material, flags, signs, and bullhorns.
Eagles-let’s show Ms. Sheehan we hacve not “forgotten” her during her short-lived retirement!
Eagles UP!
Breaking News: Troop Withdrawal Within 120 Days
July 12, 2007
(Published by AP, Courtesy of www.FoxNews.com)
House Passes Bill Requiring Troop Withdrawal Within 120 Days
The House has approved legislation that would require the withdrawal of U.S. troops from Iraq beginning within 120 days.
Cheney’s Office Subpoenaed
June 27, 2007
“Senate Committee Seeks Information on Eavesdropping”
(Story Written by Laurie Kellman, AP)
WASHINGTON - The Senate subpoenaed the White House and Vice President Dick Cheney’s office Wednesday, demanding documents and elevating the confrontation with President Bush over the administration’s warrant-free eavesdropping on Americans.“If there have been lies told to us, we’ll refer it to the Department of Justice and the U.S. attorney for whatever legal action they think is appropriate,” Leahy told reporters.
The escalation is part of the Democrats’ effort to hold the administration to account for the way it has conducted the war on terrorism since the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks. Read more
FEDS AT ODDS WITH GOVERNORS OVER FLAG
June 25, 2007
(Story by Ian Urbina, New York Times)
IRON MOUNTAIN, Mich., — The Stars and Stripes in front of the Veterans of Foreign Wars lodge here flies at half-staff because Gov. Jennifer M. Granholm issued a statewide order to lower the flag for 24 hours to honor a Michigan soldier killed in Iraq
Democrats Back Down, Troops Morale Boosted
June 22, 2007
(Excerpt By Amir Taheri, New York Post)
The morale of both U.S. and Iraqi troops has been
boosted by the decision by the Democrat Party to tone
down its campaign against U.S. military commitment to
Iraq. There is a feeling in Baghdad that the
possibility of America opting for a cut-and-run
strategy has decreased. That, in turn, has encouraged
the Iraqi military to stop hedging its bets and enter
the battle with greater resolve. Read moreTroop Buildup Yields Positive Results
June 19, 2007
At a Baghdad news conference, Defense Secretary Gates stated that the military buildup was beginning to show dividends. Gen. David H. Petraeus said the operation was intended to take the fight to Al Qaeda’s hideouts in order to cut down the group’s devastating campaign of car bombings.
The comments by General Petraeus are signal that the United States military has yet again entered a new phase in Iraq, four months after the start of the so-called troop surge and a security plan focused on dampening sectarian violence within Baghdad
Patriotic Hollywood of the 40’s
June 18, 2007
WHAT HAPPENED TO THE WW II MOVIE STARS?
In contrast to the ideals, opinions and feelings of today’s “Holly wonk” the real actors of yester-year loved the United States. They had both class and integrity. With the advent of World War II many of our actors went to fight rather than stand and rant against this country we all love. They gave up their wealth, position and fame to become service men & women, many as simple “enlisted men”. Read more
GOE I DVD UPDATE
June 13, 2007
Eagles,
If you have been patiently awaiting your GOE I DVD, please know that it will begin to ship shortly. The GOE I DVD is in its’ final stage of production. The production team has worked diligently to ensure that you receive the highest quality available in media presentation of the GOE I event; you shall not be disappointed!
Thank you so much for your patience and we hope that you will enjoy the GOE I DVD as much as we enjoyed spending GOE I with you.
If you have not ordered your GOE I DVD, please do so! There is still time to order this inspiring film!
House Minority Leader ‘Cries’ for Iraq
May 25, 2007
(Excerpt from transcript of House Minority Leader John Boehner addressing the House)
“Today, we begin an extended debate on the resolution criticizing the latest effort by American forces to win in Iraq. There’s no question that the war in Iraq has been difficult. All Americans are frustrated that we haven’t seen more success and that we haven’t seen it more quickly. But war is never easy and almost never goes according to plan.
Al Qaeda and their supporters in the region have been steadfast in their efforts to slow us down and frustrate our efforts to succeed. But because they cannot defeat Americans on the battlefield, al Qaeda and terrorist sympathizers around the world are trying to divide us here at home. Over the next few days, we have an opportunity to show our enemies that we will not take the bait.”
Click here for Think Progress full story Read more
ORA Update: And Then There Were Three…
May 14, 2007
Only MT, WY and NE are not yet participating in Operator Recruiter Appreciation on or around May 19th. If you have friends/acquaintances in these states, or in other states with only one ORA participant (AL, AR, HI, KS, ND, SD, NM, NV, OR, RI, VT and WI), please let them know there’s still time to honor our nation’s recruiters!
Reflected in this most recent map we have 241 participants covering 47 states and D.C. If you would like to participate and need more information, please see the original thread here:
Operation Recruiter Appreciation
What is truly amazing about our participation to this point is that we have had virtually no media coverage. One MD woman was pictured in a Hagerstown publication with former MD governor Bob Ehrlich signing an ORA thank-you card. And the Times-Picayune just ran a short piece on our efforts as well:
Time-Picayune: Operation Recruiter Appreciation and the Gathering of Eagles
We still have time for a media breakthrough, but even if our numbers freeze right here (they won’t) ORA has been a great success! Below is a press release you may tailor and use in support of your local events. If you’ve been considering joining our operation, please do so now. Thank you.
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Date and contact info can be changed for local release. Local releases should include specifics of time, date and location. This version was cleared by GOE’s Chairman last week.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 10, 2007Gathering of Eagles
Contact: Kristinn Taylor
202-309-1589
kristinn@gatheringofeagles.orgOPERATION RECRUITER APPRECIATION, MAY 19, 2007
(WASHINGTON) Veterans and other patriotic Americans associated with the nonpartisan, grassroots group Gathering of Eagles will be honoring military recruiters on or about Saturday, May 19, 2007, with events at recruiting centers all across the country.
Gathering of Eagles members have announced plans to honor and thank recruiters in various ways. Most of the events will be held at recruiting centers on May 19th. Some events will be held at recruiting centers on Friday, May 18th, while other events will be held in local parks where recruiters and their families have been invited to attend picnics in their honor.
As of May 10th, over 220 recruiting centers in 46 states and the District of Columbia have been ‘claimed’ by volunteers who are organizing events tailored to their communities, with many more centers expected to be ‘claimed’ by May 19th.
Operation Recruiter Appreciation is being organized to augment Armed Forces Day by singling out for support a key part of the military that has been under assault by activists opposed to America defending herself in the global war on terror.
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GOE I DVDs
May 10, 2007
Calling all Eagles! The GOE I DVD has just been released.
The DVD features 2.5 hours of Eagle Action. The DVD includes the GOE I rally and additional Eagle footage. All footage was shot and edited professionally and represents the astounding support our members give the troops. Pre-order your copy today and don’t forget to purchase a second DVD for our troops overseas! The troops love to see our Eagles soaring above the lines in support!
Purchase 1 DVD for $15.00 + $5.00 shipping & handling, or purchase 2 or more DVDs for $12.00ea. + only $5.00 shipping & handling!
UPDATE: Please make sure to enter your address in the Notes box when ordering so we know where to send your DVD!
Moonbats are Targeting Recruiters on May 19th (What a coincidence!)
May 9, 2007
Okay, apparently there has been some confusion. All the items below, down to the dotted line, are plans from the America haters (ANSWER, UFPJ, Code Pink, etc.). Below the dotted line are my words, respectfully asking folks to step up and honor our recruiters, along with details on Operation Recruiter Appreciation.
May 19 - National Truth About Recruiters Day
On May 19th, 2007, Armed Forces Day, people will set up information tables and hold events outside military recruiting offices across the country to tell the truth about military recruiters. Iraq War Military Resister, Terri Johnson, who went AWOL from the Army rather than be sent to the illegal war in Iraq, told the crowd at the April 21 anti-war rally in Greensboro, NC that we all needed to be at the recruiters offices to tell young people the truth. This is the beginning of such an effort and we will continue these activities on a daily basis. Join us to help expose military recruiters lies and keep them out of our schools and communities.
http://www.geocities.com/nomorevictims/may19Endorse the May 19 National Truth About Recruiters Day
The May 19 National Truth About Recruiters Day was initiated by the Action Center For Justice.
Donate: We need funds for printing thousands of leaflets, postage, newspaper ads, and the costs of organizing the May 19 National Truth About Recruiters Day to insure its success.
Click here for a direct line to George Soros. (Okay, I made this part up.)Contact us:
May 19 National Truth About Recruiters Day
www.May19.info
704.492.8527http://charlotteaction.blogspot.com/2007/04/may-19-national-truth-about-recruiters.html
Charlotte, North Carolina
May 19 National Truth About Recruiters Day
Saturday, May 19th 2007
On May 19th, 2007, Armed Forces Day, people will set up information tables and hold events outside every military recruiting office across the country to tell the truth about military recruiters.Long Island, New York
Long Island Counter Recruiting Demonstrations
Weekly Event, Every Saturday of the month
Demonstrations are held every Saturday at military recruiting stations across Long Island.
http://www.unitedforpeace.org/calendar.php?caltype=34&bydate=2007-05-08——————————————
The good news? Our ORA event will dwarf their petty, America-hating efforts.
The bad news? I don’t have anyone signed up for ORA to cover Charlotte NC yet.
Since this is the beginning of their garbage, how about joining our 225+ commitments for Operation Recruiter Appreciation (ORA) across 47 states and D.C.? We still need participation from AR, MT, NE and WY. What an opportunity we have here, to both honor America’s recruiters and demoralize the clueless moonbats. Please click the link for details as to how you can honor our recruiters and military through GOE’s Operation Recruiter Appreciation:
http://gatheringofeagles.org/?p=348
See this map for participating sites and states (no longer current, being updated with more sites/states right now):
http://gatheringofeagles.org/wp-content/uploads/2007/05/goemap_halfsize.jpg
Hat tip to Kathy in VT for providing me this lead. Eagles up!
Coop
MURDER PLOT TO KILL U.S. SERVICEMEN THWARTED
May 8, 2007
Tuesday , May 08, 2007
MOUNT LAUREL , N.J. —
Six men of Yugoslavian descent were arrested today, with the help of FBI Agents, on charges of plotting to attack the Fort Dix Army post and “kill as many soldiers as possible,” authorities said.
Conversations between the six men have been secretly recorded for the past year by an FBI informant. The FBI informant revealed that the men discussed plans to attack U.S. warships that might dock in Philadelphia and to kill in the name of Allah.
One suspect, Mohamad Ibrahim Shnewer, revealed to the FBI Informant that, “If you want to do anything here, there is Fort Dix and I don’t want to exaggerate, and I assure you that you can hit an American base very easily.”
Court documents reveal further that one suspect spoke of using “rocket-propelled grenades to kill at least 100 soldiers at a time.”
Suspect, Serdar Tatar, was recorded saying, “It doesn’t matter to me whether I get locked up, arrested or get taken away. Or I die, it doesn’t matter. I’m doing it in the name of Allah
Tony Snow, White House spokesman, said Tuesday there is “no direct evidence” that the men had ties to international terrorism.
A shopkeeper in New Jersey alerted the FBI in January 2006 when he told agents he had been asked to copy a “disturbing” video to DVD. The video content included 10 men in their early 20s “shooting assault weapons at a firing range … while calling for jihad and shouting in Arabic ‘Allah Akbar’ (God is great),” the shopkeeper said.
The men on the tape were identified by agents and the FBI moved quickly to arrest them. Today they are facing charges in a Camden court for plotting to kill U.S. Servicemen.
Author’s Comment: (This reflects the view of the author and is not intended as factual information for the story it follows.)
A patriot, a citizen, saved the lives of hundred of servicemen and servicewomen by performing a simple act of bravery–calling the authorities. Ladies and Gentleman- today another act of Terrorism was prevented from being carried out on our soil and to think, it wasn’t a soldier in Iraq, it was a shopkeeper from the streets of New Jersey. Terrorism is here! Our citizens, our children, our mothers, daughters, fathers, brothers, sisters, and friends are having to take a stand on their streets and their turfs. What then, I ask, must our soldiers be up against over there? And for those who say we should bring our soldiers home-if we do…….it will become you and me fighting Terrorism in our front lawns, with no authorities left to call. I know I don’t want that-do you?
Then let our soldiers do their job!
