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JOHN FINN, Pearl Harbor Medal of Honor, celebrated his 100th birthday in Southern California this month.  It was a great turn out of veterans (active and retired), politicians, and friends.  The radio show was completed at the celebration.  A program well worth listening to and a Medal of Honor recepient to be proud of

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People who claim to be veterans and are not show disrespect for those of us who really are.  This show looks at the phonies and discusses some of the problem areas.  Guests are members of ACVOW (American Combat Veterans of War) who deal with veterans of all wars and gives help to those who need it.

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ACVOW discussion on PTSD.  ACVOW President Bill Rider and other members of ACVOW Dave Pelkey,
Tim Jordan, Mike Sloan, and Lt. Col. Al Slater discuss the results of PTSD and TBI on our Warriors.  ACVOW
(American Combat Veterans of War) volunteer their services and work with veterans from all wars to help them get what is due to them.  With offices at the San Diego VA Medical Center and Camp Pendleton, ACVOW has talked to thousands of warriors over the years and mentors many veterans through their problems.  ACVOW also has a Safe Warrior program which allows the Warriors to come together and discuss different issues without fear of reprisal.  A must listen to program.

War sounds from Iwo Jima and World War II revisited.  Replay of our September 3rd, 2006 show.  We remember our World War II heroes and fallen warriors from that war and all wars our military has so gallantly fought.

Iwo Jima took place this month and the raising of the flag on Iwo Jima was one of the most well-known photographs during the war.  It was a costly battle and the U.S. Marines suffered more casualities there than throughout the rest of World War II.  Jack Walker relates his time in the service and his being on Iwo Jima.  This is a replay of our September 3rd, 2006 show which highlighted Iwo Jima.  A special time in our history that is still talked about today.

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The second of a two part interview with our host's dad.  Frank got the opportunity to interview his dad in 2007 and was able to enjoy his time with his dad before he passed away during the past week.  This was special time for Frank and his dad told him his history of service during WWII.  We are sorry to see another WWII Warrior pass on but know he is in a better place.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to Frank and family during this time. 

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This week a World War II Warrior passed from our midst.  The father of The American Veteran Radio Show host went to a better place.  Frank's father was in WW II and served at Guadalcanal and was wounded there.  Our WW II veterans are a unique breed that stepped up and kept this country safe and gave us the opportunity to become a great nation.  We owe them a debt of honor that can never be repaid just as we owe the Iraq Warriors today. 

Rest in Peace Warrior!  Your time in hell is over, we will continue to carry on!!

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Congressman Bob Filner interview from Washington D.C.  Congressman Filner discusses the Veterans bill, the need to support the veterans and we owe it to the veterans to make sure their needs are met.  A VA Clinic is scheduled for the Imperial Valley possibly in 2008.  You will want to listen to this interview to keep current on what our government is trying to do to help the veteran.

An additional interview is also presented by Angela Lashley, Blue Star Mom, and her song "So Brave" and website sobravesong.com that will allow you to listen to the song and also purchase it plus printing out a Blue Star flag for your window this Christmas Season. 

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This is a rerun of our Pearl Harbor Survivor recap of the trip to Hawaii that was taken by the Survivors in 2006.  It is a part of our military history and one that all Americans should remember and treat these veterans with the utmost respect.

We owe a lot to the veterans of Pearl Harbor and of World War II who kept our shores free and kept the enemy from our doors.  We thank them and applaud their dedication, suffering, and death. 

Thank God there are still men and women in this country dedicated to these same principles and dedication.  I trust that this great country will continue to give the respect and credit due to all veterans who have fought to keep our country free. 

THIS IS A DEBT OF HONOR OWED BY THIS COUNTRY TO ALL VETERANS OF ALL WARS!!

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This is a rerun of our Pearl Harbor interviews from 2006 when the Pearl Harbor Survivors made a special trip to Hawaii.  The show is in two parts.  Part 1 is the predeparture show and Part 2 is the interview after the trip was made. 

This was probably the last trip the Pearl Harbor survivors will go to Hawaii because the reunion is only held every so many years in Hawaii.  This show is replayed for your enjoyment and to remember our veterans who survived at Pearl Harbor.  John Finn, Medal of Honor Winner. still lives in southern California and is in his 90s.

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Veterans Day 2007, Part 2.  Veterans Day on Mount Soledad continued.  The celebration by the veterans continued and was concluded with the "Missing Man Formation" fly over.  Many people are not even aware of what the "Missing Man Formation" means to the veteran.  They may understand the death of a military member, but not the feeling that goes through each veteran when the "Missing Man Formation" flies over.

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Veterans Day 2007.  The celebration at Mount Soledad was recorded by The American Veterans Radio Show and is being broadcast for your enjoyment.  There were veterans from all the wars and with many honors.  It is always a pleasure for us as veterans to come together as a group.  The veterans groups if united could become a force to be reckoned with.

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Sergeant Josh Thomas, USMC, is a recent returnee from Iraq.  He discusses the problems with returning home to civilian life and job, effects of his PTSD, and various other subjects.  This is an excellent interview you will not want to miss.  SGT Thomas is a Purple Heart recipient.

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Guideon.com President, James Clark tells why Guide On was formed and what drives him to continue.  Clark's good friend was killed in Iraq in 2006 and James wanted to do things for his friend's children since they no longer had a father.  He went further with offering camps for fallen warriors' children and their wives.  An excellent interview.

Guide On is also sponsoring Last Wishes on a monthly basis and for November will meet a Warrior's last wish by taking his children and others on a week-end of learning how to ride Quads.  Off-duty motorcycle policemen and other volunteers will help the youngsters learn.  This was what the Fallen Warrior wanted  to do when he returned from Iraq. 

Guide On is looking for sponsors to help keep this program going for all the youngsters of our Fallen Heros.  Contact jclark@guideon.org or phone 619-269-1891.

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The American Veteran Radio Show is podcasting weekly at this time and is on hiatus from KCBQ Radio.  Frank and Mike discuss veterans issues and a new interview will be on the podcast next week.  We are looking for sponsors to keep us on the air.  Please contact us at vets@theamericanveteran.com.

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Voices from Vietnam.  The Forward Observers and their importance of calling in air strikes to help the troops in battle.  The Forward Observer was an integral part of th support required and were in the field with th troops to help them through the battle.

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The ACVOW (American Combat Veterans of War) interview on different subjects that affect our Iraq veterans today.  Bill Rider and David Pelkey from ACVOW discuss issues that need to be addressed so our veterans are probably treated by the government for their service and wounds.  This is not being done at this time and it is up to volunteers to get the job done.  Listen now or download this important interview.

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Voices from Vietnam - The Snipers.  Excellent segment of stories of snipers in Vietnam.  You will want to hear this one.  Listen or download now.

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Debra Argel is a Gold Star Mom and her interview is an outstanding testimony to her son and his principles of why he served.  Debra is a dedicated mother who works tirelessly for the rights of our veterans and their families.  You won't want to miss this interview.  Listen to it or download it now.

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Dennis Fetko, also known professionaly as Dr. Dog, discusses the training, uses, and needs for canine helpers for veterans who have been wounded.  These dogs are trained especially for a variety of uses for those who need it.  There is a greater need and for this type of trained canine but there are not enough to go around.  An excellent interview by a professional who has been in the business for many years helping with animals.