Words
without action, of course, are empty and foolish.
Stonewall
Jackson
reminded his men that soldiers should make short speeches, "and when
you unsheathe the sword throw away the scabbard." Just as small
dreams have no power to inspire men, no soldier will follow the
leader who sounds the call to battle with a sigh into an uncertain
trumpet.
A new website for surviving spouses and dependents of Military
personnel who died while in the service of their nation has
been launched by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Its
development has earned the praise of the man who called for
its creation - Senator Craig (more).
Salvation Army Serving Storm Refugees Feeding First Responders
The Salvation Army is currently providing services to storm
victims and first responders in the Gulf Coast states. (more)
(Washington, DC)
