Semper Films: The Top Ten Marine Corps Movies

The men and women who earn the right to wear eagle, globe and anchor of the United States Marine Corps are a special breed.   To those outside the Corps, they talk funny.  They look funny.  They are extremely impressed with themselves – and they have every right to be. 

My beloved United States Army is a blunt instrument, a magnificent club that has pummels our nation’s enemies into submission.  But the Marines are America’s rapier, a razor sharp weapon of war that has never been bested and never will be.  For over two centuries, the United States Marine Corps has been fighting our country’s battles in the air, on land and sea.  They don’t give up.  They don’t quit.  There’s no word for retreat in a Marine’s vocabulary.  And they are making history even today in the mountains of Afghanistan and elsewhere.

November 10th is the Corps’ 234th birthday.  With the indulgence of my Devil Dog brethren, here is this Army veteran’s countdown of the Top Ten Marine Corp movies: (more…)

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Tags: 55 Days at Peking, a few good men, aaron sorkin, Adam Baldwin, Al Mathews
Posted Nov 10th 2009 at 9:41 am in Classic Hollywood, Film, Military | 260006166 Commentshttp://bighollywood.breitbart.com/kschlichter/2009/11/10/semper-films-the-top-ten-marine-corps-movies/Semper+Films%3A+The+Top+Ten+Marine+Corps+Movies2009-11-10+17%3A41%3A33Kurt+Schlichter

We Want You! Oct 10th: The Warriors Are Coming

WE WANT YOU! Want a chance to show your appreciation for those that have served our country? The opportunity is here. 

On Saturday, Oct. 10, more than 150 wounded heroes will complete a 7-day, 475-mile journey from San Francisco to LA. The Wounded Heroes, many home from Iraq and Afghanistan, are cycling down scenic Highway 1 from San Francisco to Los Angeles. Their goal is to raise awareness and money to provide bikes and equipment for mental and physical therapy for fellow military heroes. The final leg of this journey brings the riders down San Vicente Blvd. from 26th to the West LA VA. 

This is where you come in.  We are looking for everyone, You, your family, friends, community members, organizations, and congregations to come out and line San Vicente Blvd. all the way to the VA. Welcome home these brave men and women and cheer them on their final miles.  Special guest riders include James Cromwell, Adam Baldwin, Tobey Maguire, Mike Vogel, Patricia Heaton, David Hunt, Kristy Swanson, Adam Housley, and Andrew Breitbart.  (more…)

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Tags: Adam Baldwin, Adam Housley, American Legion Riders, Andrew Breitbart, David Hunt
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Troopathon 2009: Gratitude

Thank God for America’s Armed Forces and Her courageous men and women in uniform who selflessly stand for us “between our beloved home and the desolation of war.”

Such brave and heroic souls, with their families’ steadfast love of country and sacrifices in support of their mission – to secure the Blessings of Liberty to our selves and our posterity – provide for us all the sacred opportunity to pursue our own happiness, hopes and dreams.

For that, we fellow Americans must pledge our humble and eternal gratitude to all those in service to our nation, past, present and future. (more…)

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Tags: Adam Baldwin, airmen, Coast Guard, law enforcement, Marines
Posted Jun 25th 2009 at 6:34 am in Military | 1697785 Commentshttp://bighollywood.breitbart.com/abaldwin/2009/06/25/troopathon-2009-gratitude/Troopathon+2009%3A+Gratitude2009-06-25+13%3A34%3A20Adam+Baldwin

R2R Texas Challenge: Day 6 — W. Encourages Wounded Warriors

The day got off to a great start when former President George Bush showed up to visit the wounded warriors and give us a big sendoff on our way to Arlington and Texas Rangers Ballpark.

The weather again cooperated with a brisk tailwind to get to the ballpark in time to throw out the first pitch. The last day was full of celebration and looking back at the week that brought us all together. The ride is full of stories that none of us will ever forget. (more…)

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Tags: Adam Baldwin, American Legion, Benetech, David Cook, george w. bush
Posted Apr 6th 2009 at 8:43 am in Military | 9807010 Commentshttp://bighollywood.breitbart.com/r2r/2009/04/06/r2r-texas-challenge-day-6-w-encourages-wounded-warriors/R2R+Texas+Challenge%3A+Day+6+--+W.+Encourages+Wounded+Warriors2009-04-06+15%3A43%3A43Ride+2+Recovery

R2R Texas Challenge: Day 2–San Marcos to Austin…Texas Pride

The day got started with cloudy, cold, and windy weather as the group made its way to breakfast. By the time the ride briefing was over and it was time to start, the skies became blue and the roads dry. It was a beautiful day to ride to Austin. On Day 2, the ride always goes smoother and the pace picks up a bit as everyone settles into their rhythm. Despite a brisk head wind, the groups finally formed and the fun got into full swing….

Each day along the route, the USO Canteen sets up a lunch rest stop which is a great relief for all of the riders. Today, the town of Manchaca hosted the ride. A local insurance agent, Lety Johnson, was so happy to have met us–her son is leaving on Saturday for US Marine bootcamp. She hopes the group comes back next year so she can sponsor lunch. (more…)

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Tags: Adam Baldwin, American Legion, Army Cycling Club, Chuck, combat injuries
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R2R Texas Challenge: Day 1 San Antonio to San Marcos–A Day in the Sun

The day got off to a great start as the weather was great with sunny skies and temps in the mid 80’s as a tailwind blew the R2R group all the way 55 miles to San Marcos. After a quick ride briefing, Chad was presented with a special bike that Cowboy legend Roger Staubach autographed for him–it is neat to see grown men brought to tears.

The guys and gals also got geared up; can’t say enough about all of the support this program receives from our partners.  Jerseys, socks, arm warmers, glasses, the all important Chamois butt’r, and T-shirts…soon we were off. (more…)

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Tags: Adam Baldwin, American Legion, Bronze Star, combat injuries, General David Blackledge
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‘Chuck’ Teaches Us Not To Leave Our Gun At Home

The TV series “Chuck” this last week had some dialogue on the benefits of carrying one’s gun with them (Chuck Versus the Predator). Chuck (Zachary Levi)  formulated a mission at the Buy More electronic store and insisted the team — Sarah (Yvonne Strahovski) and Casey (Adam Baldwin) — not carry guns. Chuck then gets captured by a Fulcrum Agent… (more…)

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Tags: Adam Baldwin, Carry Gun, Chuck, Concealed carry permit, Yvonne Strahovski
Posted Mar 26th 2009 at 10:47 am in Entertainment, Politics | 89250No Commentshttp://bighollywood.breitbart.com/jlott/2009/03/26/dont-leave-your-gun-at-home/%27Chuck%27+Teaches+Us+Not+To+Leave+Our+Gun+At+Home2009-03-26+17%3A47%3A55John+Lott