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Old 05-19-2024, 07:52 AM   #19
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Originally Posted by Descant View Post
In 1969 I took an oath. (several times after that too.) In 1970 I started active duty. In 1975, I came back to NH. Another five years in the reserves. More world wide travel. You non-veterans posting here have no idea what "Live Free or Die" really means. You should all be ashamed of yourselves. In the meantime, take your fingers off the keyboard and do something for your community, state and your country. Your apologies for thoughtless posts are accepted. Just hit the "Thanks" button.
I do thank you for your service. My active duty was a bit earlier, 1966-1970.

I think that many are not aware of the origin of the "Live Free or Die" phrase. This is one write-up on the subject:
https://www.eagletimes.com/opinion/w...2a9e246ea.html

A cold war phrase was "Better Dead than Red"

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