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Maine Veterans’ Homes

Posted on November 11, 2022 by Vaughn C. Hardacker

Today, November 11, is Veterans’ Day. It was originally Armistice Day to commemorate the veterans of WWI. The treaty ending the war (even though hostilities had stopped months before) was signed at 11 A.M. (the eleventh hour) on the 11th … Continue reading →

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Many of Us Didn’t Almost Serve

Posted on November 11, 2021 by Vaughn C. Hardacker

Vaughn C. Hardacker here:  What is it about veterans that make non-vets say:  “I almost joined…”?  I can’t count the times people have said this to me.  When my daughter’s first father-in-law learned that I was a Marine vet and … Continue reading →

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What Veterans Day Means To Me

Posted on November 11, 2019 by Vaughn C. Hardacker

Vaughn Hardacker here: I have been sitting here watching the news on my local television station. Due to the upcoming Veterans Day holiday they have been running a series of commercials featuring veterans and each of them spoke about lost comrades … Continue reading →

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Memorial Day

Posted on May 30, 2019 by Vaughn C. Hardacker

Fifty three years ago June 30, 1966. I entered the gates of the U. S. Marine Corps Recruit Depot at Parris Island South Carolina. I don’t have to tell you that Parris Island has a reputation for being tough–Full Metal … Continue reading →

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NEVER FORGET THOSE WHO SERVED

Posted on November 11, 2018 by Vaughn C. Hardacker

Vaughn Hardacker here: Today, November 11, is special to our veterans. Memorial Day honors all those who have made the ultimate sacrifice and gave their life to maintain our way of life. November 11 is Veteran’s Day and it honors … Continue reading →

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What Are You Doing About It?

Posted on December 9, 2015 by mainecrimewriters

Vaughn Hardacker here: Recently I responded to a facebook post from someone whose mother and father were old friends of my parents. I posted a comment in regards to the government allowing 10,000 Syrian refugees into the U. S.: “Before we allow any … Continue reading →

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THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE!

Posted on April 10, 2015 by mainecrimewriters

Vaughn Hardacker here: This year there are a couple of anniversaries of major events in my life. On March 6, 1965, the U. S. Marines landed at Danang, Republic of Vietnam, officially kicking off the war, and on June 16, … Continue reading →

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