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When I enetered the room I was so shocked that non of my classmates were there… so I sat on my apointed [...]
Mumbai, (IANS) One of filmdom’s most enduring friendships that went kaput has resumed again. After almost two years’ cold war, former best buddies Anupam Kher and Anil Kapoor made up in full public view at the premiere of the former’s son Sikandar’s debut film “Woodstock Villa”.
“It was very generous of Anil to come. I half [...]
Mumbai: After actor Aamir Khan indulged into the cheap and downmarket antics of insulting his fellow actor Shah Rukh Khan through his blog, SRK has chosen to the high ground and has acted in a much dignified manner.Speaking to reporters, King Khan said, "I think actors should concentrate on acting and not get involved in to such things. Such things don’t bother me and I take these things lightly
Thomas Friedman has a rather provocative column in the New York Times today. Not only does it suggest the next president of the United States will inherit an on-going cold war with Iran over its nuclear ambitions and sphere of influence in the Middle East but it also suggests that in this war, the U.S., or "Team America", if you will, is losing. Friedman writes
For now, Team America is losing on
As Dmitry Medvedev was being sworn in as Russia’s president, the last Soviet leader, Mikhail Gorbachev, delivered a scathing critique of recent United States policy. He accused the U.S. of trying to provoke a new Cold War by dismantling progress with Russia since the fall of communism.The 1990 Nobel Peace prize winner denounced NATO’s expansion in Eastern Europe as an attempt to extend the U.S. sphere of influence into Russia’s backyard."The Americans promised that NATO wouldn't move beyond the boundaries of Germany after the Cold War but now half of central and eastern Europe are members, so what happened to their promises? It shows they cannot be trusted."His comments mirror Kremlin opposition to Georgia and Ukraine joining the military alliance.Gorbachev took aim at the planned mi
Russia's president has ruled out a return to the Cold War mentality that almost brought about nuclear war between the Soviet Union and the West.However, at Nato-Russia summit on Friday Vladimir Putin warned the military alliance against seeking to expand its influence further eastwards."None of the global players - Europe, the United States or Russia - is interested in returning to the past," Putin said at a news conference after his meeting with Nato leaders."Let's be friends, guys, and engage in an honest dialogue."Putin, whose term in office ends next month, called the meeting "positive", but the main issues behind the frayed relations between Russia and the alliance remained unresolved.'Direct threat'On Thursday, Nato refused to grant the former Soviet states of Ukraine and Georgia a r
During the Cold War conflict, a period in which the differences of opinion between the Allied occupying forces and the Soviet Union become ever sharper, an airplane accident occurs over Tempelhof Airport during the Berlin Blockade, with grave consequences. The tragic collision of an American airplane carrying relief goods with a Russian fighter plane costs not only the lives of both crews, but also overstretches the already tense relations between the occupying forces. Under the command of the merciless Stalin, the Red Army has undergone a tremendous expansion at the end of the Second World War and has more-or-less been waiting for the right time to extend their territory to the West by attacking the NATO.Features Authentic "Cold War" era Variable squads with powerful squad leaders and p
Artist : Dieter Schmidt Title : Morse Code from the Cold War Genre : ElectronicStyle : ElectroFormat : 12"Label : KitsunéCatalog# : KITSUNE020Release Date : 2005Tracks : 01Play Time : 4.56Once again someone famous wanted to hide his name, the X factor striking again Under a pseudonym, this mystery talent didn't hide their talent as well as their name, cause the track 'Morse Code From the Cold War' works like screaming madness in a club environment Dieter Schmidt 'Morse Code From The Cold War' - super subterfuge, super minimal, super twitchy.Tracklisting:A. Dieter Schmidt - Morse Code from the Cold War Download
This is first step but State Senator and Military and Homeland Security Committee Chairmans office has given me intel that there is no opposition and if everything proceeds as promised it should go to Gov. Patterson by June. last year the bill was shelved in favor of the Property
I decided to go with COLD WAR for this weeks artjumble. I've also been on a super hero kick so i decided to incorperate some marvel characters. For those of you who don't know this is Captain America and Red Skull. Hope you all like it.
Priyanka Chopra is a little confused about all the animosity between her and Kareena Kapoor. Kareena Kapoor lately made a statement about Priyanka not being worthy of being called an actress."Kareena is a more senior and hopefully more mature actress than me. I guess she's qualified to comment on my calibre. When I reach her level of experience maybe I too can comment on the calibre of my contemporaries and juniors. I'd just like to let my work speak for me. And that includes Aitraaz where Kareena was also a part."
This could well be one of the best live shows in the city of Boston so far this year... Southern California's Cold War Kids - one of my absolute favorite bands returns to the city tonight to play with talented Austin sons Spoon! This is a must-see live show. The Orpheum - and this WFNX radio sponsored show is the place to be tonight.TONIGHT IN BOSTONCOLD WAR KIDS&SPOONCold War Kids - Heavy BootsSpoon - Bring It On Home to Me (Sam Cooke cover)If you are new to the world of indie rock - this is the best way I can thing of to jump in with both feet. These two bands are at the top of their game - having released great new albums over the last year and having toured extensively. If music is a passion - this is sweet surrender. Go to the show - pick up the albums!Spoon - Don't You EvahCold War Kids - Saint Johnlive w/ Dr. Dog + Elvis PerkinsWFNX Radio is sponsoring this amazing night. Also playing in support of the evening:Against Me! and Mutemath.The Links:Spoon - (RSL top 20 - 2007 a
Two months ago, when I impulsively bought two tickets to see a Cold War Kids show, I figured I had enough time to find someone to pick up the extra stub. Ive got to have at least one acquaintance who likes these guys, right? Ok, anyone at least heard of them? Cue the crickets
A favorite conservative myth is that Ronald Reagan won the cold war when largely he was just the American president who happened to be in office at the right time. The real hero was Gorbachev who realized the futility of continuing the cold war. Ronald Reagan does deserve credit too, but not for standing up to the Soviet Union but for being willing to understand that situations had changed and his old policies no longer applied. Reagan also differed from many other hard line conservatives in also dreaming of a world without nuclear weapons. Martin Walker discusses these points in a review of books on nuclear weapons for The New York Times Sunday Book Review:
According to both Schell and Rhodes, the cold war ended not because Reagan stood firm at Reykjavik but because Gorbachev and his supporters had already decided to stop waging it, or as Gorbachev’s adviser Giorgy Arbatov once put it to this reviewer in Moscow, “to take your enemy away.” Gorbachev understood that the arms race
Amitabh Bacchan and ShahRukh Khan are not on good terms with each other. The Big B of Bollywood is angry with King Khan for some unknown reason. The two of them don’t seem to be very happy on meeting each other, it looks like more of a cold war between the two. Recently at the Police Fest which was held in Andheri Mumbai has both these stars present and Amitabh Bacchan was seen sitting with his
1/5 Scaled Mig 29 - First Flight - video powered by Metacafe Wow, another crazy RC airplane video? I am reliving my childhood all over again. This time, it's a 1/5th scale Soviet Mig 29, which sounds super fantastico, and the flybys in the video are amazing. This hits an especially cool place in my heart, because my first real computer game was Mig 29 . Ah, flying between those simple polygons rocked.Gizmodo: Link!
A tip of the hat today to Boston's own Exitfare for keeping me in the know on the Cold War Kids new tour as headliners. The band is also taking a swing through the states in support of the White Stripes! (Now that's a bill.) Definitely better then some of the CWK line-ups I was hearing about before. I am glad our friends are doing well and playing in good company!Cold War Kids - Rubidoux(let this one play even after the music ends for a special treat!)The boys from Whittier, California won't be heading into Boston until December 4 - but they will be playing the Roxy and that sounds like good times! For all the CWK dates, stop over and see Dany over at Exitfare, he's got all that.Previous Posts of Interest to Readers:"Hello from Cold War Kids" - March 2007Linkage:CWK Web / Myspace
It's time to fire up those old SAC units and scramble the BUFF's.
Yes it has been reported that Russian President Putin has started putting his heavy bombers back up in the air. I haven't read if the...
ARE YOU A... COLD WAR VETERAN??? Honorably discharged veterans and active-duty personnel who served at any time during the Cold War period: September 2, 1945 to December 26, 1991, including Guard and Reserves. THIS IS YOUR OFFICIAL INVITATION TO BE A PART OF A HISTORY MAKING EVENT! Join fellow Cold War Veterans at the Truman Presidential Library, Saturday, August 18th, 2007, as we perform the founding of... American Cold War Veterans ...the newest veterans service organization Be a part of the founding process.Hear the latest on the Cold War Victory Medal Become a 'founding member'See the outstanding Cold War Exhibits NOW is the time! We will establish a Cold War veterans organization which will honor its members with brotherhood and fairness; honor our fallen Cold War veterans with dignity; and educate the public about the valiant service of American Cold War Veterans. YOUR PARTICIPATION IS URGENTLY NEEDED in this founding meeting. Put it on your calendar and make plans now t
Cold War Veterans News for August 2007 CWVA Chairman’s Contest AnnouncementThe CWVA is considering changing the organization's logo. As part of this reconsideration, we are having a contest and EVERYONE is invited to participate.We invite all members -- as well as their friends and family members -- to submit CWVA logo suggestions in the form of a graphic (e.g., as either an attached graphic to an email or as a drawing on a sheet of paper mailed to the address below).The top three candidates will win a prize from the CWVA catalogue!The following limitations apply to a submitted logo:(1) It must reflect the global nature of the Cold War conflict (i.e., it cannot be theater-specific nor can it ignore the service of all allied countries whose contribution is recognized by our global membership).(2) It must reflect the service of all branches of the military.Please submit your suggested logos to (one or both of) the following:Cold War Veterans AssociationP.O. Box 13042Overland Park, KS
Cold War Veterans Association Kansas City Mo. August 18th 2007Who we are and what we are about and most importantly where we are going :The Cold War Veterans Association Is dedicated to the Veterans of the Armed forces who servedduring the Cold War Era.The Cold War Veterans Association (CWVA) is a tax-exempt, federally-recognized 501(c)(19) veteransservice organization While there are a number of honorable Veterans Service Organizations, there is only one dedicated toexclusively representing the interests of Cold War Veterans — The Cold War Veterans Association(CWVA).The Mission of the Cold War Veterans Association is to:(1) Fight for rights and benefits that Cold War Veterans deserve;(2) Educate people as to why the Cold War was fought and why vigilance must bemaintained; and(3) Provide a fraternal community for men and women whose patriotism binds themtogether.To be eligible for membership, one must have served honorably in the U.S. Armed Forcesat some time during the Cold War peri
Here is the latest Cold War Medal Act Bill Introduced by Senator Clinton Last Week Download PDFS. 1763: A bill to amend title 10, United States Code, to provide for the award of a military service...S 1763 IS110th CONGRESS1st SessionS. 1763To amend title 10, United States Code, to provide for the award of a military service medal to members of the Armed Forces who served honorably during the Cold War era.IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATESJuly 11, 2007Mrs. CLINTON introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services--------------------------------------------------------------------------------A BILLTo amend title 10, United States Code, to provide for the award of a military service medal to members of the Armed Forces who served honorably during the Cold War era.Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled,SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE.This Act may be cited as `Cold War Medal A
Cold War legacy lives on with son, museumBy GARY ROBERTSONMedia General News ServiceTuesday, July 10, 2007His father dropped from the sky.And it has given Francis Gary Powers Jr. a mission in life.Powers is named for the former U-2 spy plane pilot who was shot down May 1, 1960, while flying for the CIA over the Soviet Union.The elder Powers' capture, imprisonment and later his exchange for a famous Russian spy -- Soviet Col. Rudolf Abel -- provided some of the most dramatic moments of the Cold War."In high school and college, I could care less," said Powers, who moved to Midlothian from Northern Virginia two years ago. "... then a light bulb came on."VISION NEARLY REALITYPowers' gradual awakening to his father's role in history -- prompted by questions that usually began "Aren't you ... ?" -- has led him down a winding path.In 1996, he incorporated the Cold War Museum, and he's been working ever since to raise money, collect artifacts and find a place for the museum to call home.
COLD WAR VETERANS ASSOCIATION (CWVA)Legislative Update - June 25, 2007 In the FY 2008 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) passed by the House is a provision, SEC 556 COLD WAR VICTORY MEDAL. The Senate version does not include a Cold War Medal, but S.1097 "The Cold War Medal Act of 2007" is very much alive, and our greatest need is for enough cosponsors to show that it is the will of the Senate (and yes, I did deliver all the letters to Senators while I was at the Capitol - thanks to all of you who wrote)..Options now: 1) We ask DOD to support this medal; 2) we get COSPONSORS FOR S.1097 ASAP and make a strong push for inclusion in the NDAA, 3) try for a floor amendment during Senate debate, and 4) push for a Cold War Medal to emerge from House-Senate conference. The best insurance we can get is to get cosponsors and pledges of strong support from our senators. Each of you has to try and get your two senators to cosponsor S.1097. We have to take all of these options seriously at th
Senator Sherrod Brown Wishy Washy on Cold War Service MedalDear Mr. Burden:Thank you for contacting me regarding S. 1097, the Cold War Medal Act of 2007.This legislation would direct the Secretary of each military branch concerned to issue Cold War service medals to those veterans who served honorably during the Cold War era (September 2, 1945 through December 26, 1991).As a member of the Senate Committee on Veterans Affairs, I believe that we must ensure our Nation s veterans receive the thanks and respect they deserve. S. 1097 has been referred to the Senate Committee on Armed Services, but should it come for a vote before the Senate I will be sure to keep your views in mind. Thank you again for contacting me.Sincerely,Sherrod Brown--------Sincerly,Steven T. Banneker BurdenCEO-FounderDisabled Veterans International"Join The DVI Today"Check out Our website todayhttp://dvi-online.orgThe DVI is A Non-Profit Organization"Your Donations are tax deductable"Steven, Thank you for writing Se
Tim Woodward: Cold War vets share their stories from Idaho's nuclear sites - Idaho StatesmanEdition Date: 01/22/07Not many people can claim to have driven a truck down an icy road into the Bruneau Canyon pulling a trailer with a nuclear warhead on it. Andy Kimbrell is one of them. Kimbrell was among those who responded to a Statesman story last week on the Cold War nuclear-missile complexes buried in the deserts of Ada and Owyhee counties in the 1960s.When I was writing the story, I couldn't find a single one of the people who worked at the sites. Since it was published, they've been doing everything but crawling out of missile silos.Roy Coon of Emmett helped build the Ada County site. Boisean Merlyn Knight learned computer skills on the guidance computer from one of the underground complexes. Kimbrell, also of Boise, worked at all three of the sites.The stories they tell are of an era and mindset that now seem like science fiction."I've been a carpenter all my life, and that was t
Cold War Veterans Ten Commandments In response to the Popes new 10 Commandments on driving our N.H. State Director Glen Talonhas issueed a Cold War Veterans 10 Commandments .WOW Frank do we wish to shame the Pope whom only has the ten commandments of driving by issueing the Ten Commandments of Cold War Vets?1 Thou shall not claim they were never shot at some were2 Thou shall not claim they had no loses they did3 Thou shall not claim they are undeserving of merit4Thou shall not claim they served any less or more than fellow veterans (all gave some Some Gave All)5 Thou shall not claim it was peacetime (see # 1&2)6 Thou shall not use declared war as an reason to shun Korea,Viet-Nam or Cold War Vets or those in actions with out a declared war7 Thou shall not use covert actions to shun or hide those whom gave all8 Thou shall not shun familys of the lost9 Thou shall not demean,belittle any veterans service (they showed up)10 Thou shall support,care for and remember all veterans(even the jail
Jack Hicks: Cold War vets did their partColumn by Jack HicksIt takes more than a little effort to locate the unobtrusive grave of Robert C. Von Luehrte in Highland Cemetery, Fort Mitchell.And if you travel to Washington, or other sites where military veterans are honored, you may never see a commemoration to America's Cold War warriors.If ever a group was largely forgotten, it's those soldiers, sailors, Marines and airmen who served their country between World War II and the Korean War, or between Korea and the Vietnam War.During a total period of about 17 years, millions of men, and women, served in the armed forces. They were the real or perceived barrier to worldwide domination by the Soviet Union and others in the Communist Bloc.The warriors were draftees, and those who joined the several branches of the service, including reservists who spent various lengths of time on active duty. Many who joined did so to "get it over with," because the draft was inevitable.Sometimes, especial
Cold War cost paid differently And response from Dr. Frank Tims National Legislative Director of The CWVAColumn by The Kentucky Post's Jack HicksLike millions of other Cold War veterans, Frank Stallings of Highland Heights was never shot at.But he did miss the birth of his son and spent 14 months in Germany before getting his first look at the child.And even without enemy fire, threats to life and limb were real. In Stallings' Army division, for example, 21 soldiers died in training accidents during a single year.Shooting wars are milestones in our nation's history, richly detailed in books and honored in stone monuments. But those born since America ended the draft may be largely unaware of the veterans who served and sweated, and sometimes cried and bled, between the Korean and Vietnam wars.Stallings, a retired English professor and a former faculty regent at Northern Kentucky University, returned to campus this week to tell his personal story of Cold War service as part of the un
Cold War Medal / Certificate Poll QuestionHave you sent in your DD214 to recieve your Cold War Recognition Certificate? B.) will not on principle till they issue medal C.) will not under any circumstances D.) yes I have E.) I did not know that the certificate existed A.) have not bothered Enter Vote Here : http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Cold-War-Veterans-Association_Public_Affairs/surveys?id=2525076You can change your vote until the moderator closes this poll. QuestionHave you purchased the Foxfall Medal? A.) Yes B.) No Enter Vote Here : http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Cold-War-Veterans-Association_Public_Affairs/surveys?id=2525059 You can change your vote until the moderator closes this poll.
Cold War Veterans Association News Cold War Victory Medal Update(May 19, 2007)Cold War Victory Day — May 1, 2007(June 12, 2007)Cold War Times — Spring 2007Special Events Directory For more on CWVA:http://cwva.aimoo.com/
The immigration bill is officially dead (free registration required). In my view, this is a bad thing. While this bill was far from perfect, so much of America wants a change in immigration policy. It is a shame to deny them an overhaul. I sincerely hope the entire issue isn’t off the table; Americans deserve reform.
A vote of no-confidence against embattled Attorney General Alberto Gonzales is scheduled to move forward in the Senate on Monday. If the symbolic measure, stating that Gonzales “no longer holds the confidence of the Senate and the American people,” passes this procedural hurdle it will be brought for a full vote shortly. If the no-confidence vote is scheduled, some think Gonzales will resign before the voting actually takes place.
I’ve got a bit more confidence in the impartiality of our justice system, now that Paris Hilton has been ordered back to jail after being released after serving three days of her 45 day sentence for a D.U.I conviction. Thi
A Cold War Victory Day Article appeared on my radar : Senate gives OK to Cold War Victory Day http://news.mainetoday.com/updates/012663.htmlCentral Maine Morning Sentinel - Augusta,ME,USA The Cold War Veterans Association has been advocating for making May 1 Cold War Victory Day in a number of states around the country. ... Short but oh so sweet!!Senate gives OK to Cold War Victory DayBy Ann S. Kim Portland Press Herald Staff WriterAUGUSTA — The Senate today voted in favor of designating the first day of May Cold War Victory Day.The measure still needs final votes in the House and Senate.The proposal calls for the governor to issue a proclamation each year that urges citizens, businesses and organizations to observe the day with appropriate activities. The day would not be a state holiday. The Cold War Veterans Association has been advocating for making May 1 Cold War Victory Day in a number of states around the country.Keep up the good work guys.
U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice said “there were no grounds for talk of a new Cold War,” adding: ‘"I know people talk about, throw around terms like new Cold War. As somebody who came out of that period as a specialist in it I think the parallels ... frankly, they have no basis whatsoever."’ Our disagreements with Russia are by no means what they used to be, and “throw around” terms as stated by the Secretary of State and the “parallels” between then and now sounds like an apt response. But, just as Iraq is no Vietnam, a new Cold War would not have to be based word for word on the old Cold War. Russia is none too thrilled about the U.S.’ planes of placing missile interceptors in Poland, nor the planned radar in the Czech Republic; if it makes them feel any better, Democrats don’t much care for it either. Russia is also not all gushy-eyed about the possible independence of Kosovo. Setting aside any media alarmist reactions to the previous disag
Cold War operations: covered by campaign medalsSix officially authorized campaign medals currently encompassvarious military, actions that constitute the Cold War.Army of Occupation MedalItaly (Yugoslav Border, Trieste) May 9, 1945-Sep 15, 1947Germany (except West Berlin) May 9, 1945-May 5, 1955West Berlin* May 9, 1945-Oct 2, 1990Austria May 9, 1945-Jul 27, 1955Korea Sep 3, 1945-Jun 29, 1949Japan Sep 3, 1945-Apr 27, 1952*The Berlin Airlift device recognized the service of participantsbetween June 26, 1948-Sept. 30, 1949. Also, the Medal for HumaneAction was awarded to those who participated in the Berlin Airlift.Navy Occupation Service MedalItaly (Adriatic Sea) May 8, 1945-Sep 15, 1947Trieste May 8, 1945-Oct 25, 1954Germany (except West Berlin) May 8, 1945-May 5, 1955Austria May 9, 1945-Oct 25, 1955Asia/Pacific (Japan, Okinawa, Korea, etc.) Sep 2, 1945-Apr 27, 1952China Service Medal(North China, 1945-49; China Coast/Formosa, 1950-57)Sep 2, 1945-Apr 1, 1957Navy and Marine Corps Expedit
Pleased to Announce The Cold War Veterans Association and Disabled Veterans International will be working together on several issues for the benefit of all Veterans. Establishment of a Cold War Memorial ensuring proper recognition and benefits for Cold War era and all Veterans are tops among CWVA and DVI common Goals. Please go check out the DVI website and if you are eligible seriously think about joining a great organization.
Proposal for Cold War Victory Day in New York State on May 1st, 2007WHEREAS, the Cold War (September 2, 1945 – December 26, 1991) was a long and costly struggle for freedom between the forces of democratic nations, led by the United States, against the tyranny and brutality of the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics; and WHEREAS, the Cold War began after World War II with the threat of world domination in Europe and Asia by the Communist ideology and military action and that this unique war was marked by periodic confrontations between the West and East including international crises such as the Berlin Airlift in 1948, the Korean War, 1950 – 1953, the Cuban Missile Crisis of 1962, and the Vietnam War, 1960 – 1975; and WHEREAS, the end of the longest undeclared war in United States history began with the fall of the Berlin Wall, November 1989, and culminated with the collapse of the Soviet Union’s Communist government in December of 1991; and WHEREAS, ten
Cold War submariner ends 30+ years of silenceWater pours from ports on the bottom of the Pickerel during an emergency surface. Crews filled ballast tanks with seawater to dive, Dunn said. During an emergency surface, they closed the ballast tank valves on the top of the submarine and forced air into the tanks, which pushed the water out the ports, causing the submarine to shoot to the surface.Jim Dunn was scrubbing the deck of a seaplane tender at White Beach, Okinawa, when a submarine docked on the other side of the pier.Submariners were volunteers, he said. They received incentive pay, ate better than anyone else in the Navy, dressed in civilian clothes when they went on liberty and stayed out as late as they wanted.It was 1958, and Dunn was 21 years old. When he had liberty it was "Cinderella liberty" - he had to wear his uniform and be back at midnight."I decided I was in the wrong Navy and volunteered to be a submariner."He had to pass psychological tests, pressure tests and enter
Cold War Medal on Moscows Radar ScreenClinton Supports Cold War Medal The Moscow Times Three U.S. lawmakers, including Democratic presidential hopeful Hillary Clinton, are reintroducing legislation to establish a military service medal to honor Cold War veterans. Senator Clinton, along with Republican Senator Susan Collins and Democratic Congressman Robert Andrews, have introduced the Cold War Medal Act of 2007 in the U.S. Senate and Congress, according to a statement posted on Clinton's web site late last week.
A new documentary entitled “Nazis and the CIA: How the Cold War Began” by high school sophomore students Daniel Solis and Richard Li tells the entire story of how the Cold War began. It is important to know about the mistakes our country has made in the past, and we must learn from them in order to better protect ourselves in the future.
Synopsis: The triumphant victory over Germany and Hitler’s Nazi regime in the spring of 1945 was an important event in U.S. and world history. Six months later, Nazi war criminals came to work for the OSS, later renamed the CIA. They fueled the fire in the United States that was the hate and fear of the Cold War. It is a tragedy that the United States would work with a former enemy to fight a new rival.
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I've been reading quite a lot about spies at the moment. In particular the Cambridge spy ring which reads as good as any fictional spy novel ever could.
Maybe it's just because the political climate has changed so much in recent years but I'm starting to look back at the Cold War with considerable nostalgia? Although it can be viewed as a giant stalemate that in fact actually created stability
I Remember When I Lost My Mind… for PowersAndMorrison.com
Tuesday, March 27, 2007.
A new National History Day documentary entitled “Nazis and the CIA: How the Cold War Began” by high school sophomore students Daniel Solis and Richard Li tells the entire story of how the Cold War began. This year’s theme is Triumph & Tragedy in history.
Synopsis: The triumphant victory over Germany and Hitler’s Nazi regime in the spring of 1945 was an important event in U.S. and world history. Six months later, Nazi war criminals came to work for the OSS, later renamed the CIA. They fueled the fire in the United States that was the hate and fear of the Cold War. It is a tragedy that the United States would work with a former enemy to fight a new rival.
Update: January 24, 2007: The judges at Upland High School have given our documentary 1st place in the documentary category. We now move on to county, wish us luck!!
Update: March 24, 2007: At county history day we we
Cold War POW - MIA ProjectI am currently working on a PowerPoint project for Cold War POW/MIA listing each man and with the incidents dates and information on all unaccounted for personnel listed officially in Dept of Defense Cold War database. I will be updating the PowerPoint daily until it is completed feel free to download it here
Maine Set to Adopt May 1st as Cold War Victory DayBill Would Make May First Cold War Victory DayWeb Editor: Rhonda Erskine, Online Content Producer Created: 3/23/2007 11:36:54 AMUpdated: 3/23/2007 11:37:58 AMThe first day of May would be declared as Cold War Victory Day in Maine under a bill proposed by a bipartisan group of legislators. Representative Brian Duprey said the day would recognize the contributions of military troops who served during the Cold War era.The Cold War was a time of tension and conflict, but not outright military engagement, between the U.S. and the Soviet Union from the mid-1940s until 1991, when the Soviet Union was dissolved.A public hearing on the bill will be held Monday.The Cold War Veterans Association says some 17 other state have already designated May first as Cold War Victory Day.
Bush administration caught screwing Cold War veteransby John Aravosis (DC) ·Anyone surprised? From the Rocky Mountain Daily News:Federal officials secretly schemed to limit payouts for sick and dying nuclear weapons workers, including thousands from the Rocky Flats plant outside Denver, newly released documents show....The U.S. Department of Labor oversees the program to compensate workers whose illnesses can be tied to working with radioactive and other toxic materials at nuclear weapons plants, such as the now-defunct Rocky Flats.More than 60,000 ill atomic bomb makers, including thousands from Rocky Flats, have sought help. About 16,000 workers nationwide have received a total of $2.6 billion. Far more have been denied or still are waiting for help....Rep. Mark Udall, D-Colo., said, "Clearly, the administration put dollars above honoring the nation's promise to the Cold War veterans."He added this is "almost worse" than the bad conditions at Walter Reed Army Medical Center. That w
Russian spies 'at Cold War level' Alexander Litvinenko's death put the spotlight on the world of spying Russian agents are as active in Britain now as at the height of the Cold War, senior Whitehall officials have said. The sources told the BBC's Frank Gardner there were more than 30 identified intelligence officers trying to get secrets by covert means. Targets include military hardware, scientific know-how and technology, and inside tips on Westminster politics. Businessmen who may have access to sensitive information are also of interest, as are Russian dissidents. Such dissidents include Boris Berezovsky, friend of the murdered former KGB agent Alexander Litvinenko. 'Very extensive' Sir Paul Lever, a former member of the Joint Intelligence Committee, said: "Russian espionage activity in Brit
Meet Josh Forbes, Los Angeles filmmaker. Josh directs music videos for independent music artists.He is one-half of the force behind the Winch and Pulley production Co.COLD WAR KIDSHAIR DOWN videoRyan (RSL): Wow. That's a tremendous video! How did you get involved with the Cold War Kids?Josh Forbes: Thanks. I went to college for a couple years with Matt Maust (the bassist and graphic design guru for the band). We were never really friends, and to be honest he kind of scared me. He was super punk rock. MM: CWK Bassist, Graphic Artist, Intimidator. Carl Ernst photo for the Cold War Kids webpageJF: I was friends with Matt's older brother Dave, who's in the band Havalina ( link ), and I had Dave star in the first video I directed for the band Thee Spivies ( link ). At some point along the way I got to know Matt and started bugging him to do some design stuff for me, back when his design company was called Cold War Kids. When the band started up, I started bugging him to let me do a vide
NATO: A Cold War Relic? Monday, March 12, 2007European and U.S. officials are asking, has the necessity for the trans-Atlantic alliance passed?The European Union and the United States are locked in bitter competition over nato’s role in the defense of Europe. Some people dismiss the rivalry, saying the EU will never be independently strong enough to take nato’s place. However, as Europe continues to advance toward creating its own independent military, nato (North Atlantic Treaty Organization) may become a Cold War relic.In addition to the unmistakable strengthening of Europe’s military power and its growing confidence in handling military missions on its own, faultlines in the Atlantic alliance are showing, with the U.S. and Europe both showing themselves increasingly willing to sidestep the nato bureaucracy in order to pursue their own goals.The beginning of the end for nato may trace back to the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991—the very event that, ironically, demonstrat
Cold War Veterans Blog Hall of ShameThis New Feature will Highlight Bureaucrats Who Have Done Harm to American Veterans This is The Inaugural ClassEnemies of All VeteransJim Nicholson is the Secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs.He is a political appointee who is even less qualified to head the VA then Browning was to head FEMA. Make no mistake about it, Nicholson believes VA Benefits are Welfare and that Veterans do not deserve benefits. He is behind the recent review of all P.T.S.D. cases and although he will eagerly "investigate" any issue, no matter how frivolous, that can be used as an excuse to take benefits from Veterans.Yet he has refused to respond to any of our numerous, well documented, complaints about Veterans being victims of VA Corruption.Steve Buyer is Chairman of the House VA Committee. Like Nicholson he harbors a strong belief that Disabled Veterans are bums, and that the VA Benefits they earned are a form of welfare. Buyer is also a politic
It's hard to believe that there are many out there at this point who haven't heard of the hyped indie rockers Cold War Kids, but consider this a mop-up operation for all the as-of-yet uninformed. The California band released their first LP in 2006, Robbers and Cowards, on Downtown Records, the same outfit that has signed Art Brut and Gnarls Barkley. Likely the closest thing to a ballad on the album, Hospital Beds builds dramatically with the help of a very epic-sounding piano melody. Check them out if you haven't already, you'll be glad you did."Hospital Beds" - Cold War KidsCold War Kids: Official SiteCold War Kids: Myspace
Hi Cold War Vet Blog Fans The Milbloggies have begun and show your boy some love with a nomination. Thanks !!!2007 Milbloggies U.S. Military (Veteran) Sean P. EaganNortheast Zone DirectorCold War Veterans Association CWVA NY 716-708-0505
From 1962 through 1973, the Department of Defense’s Deseret Test Center conducted Project 112, a program to test new chemical and biological weapons. The tests conducted in Utah, Hawaii and at sea exposed military and civilian personnel to hazardous materials. In these recently declassified fact sheets, the Department of Defense reveals details
Cold War Weapons Tests May HaveHarmed US VeteransFrom 1962 through 1973, the Department of Defense’s Deseret Test Center conducted Project 112, a program to test new chemical and biological weapons. The tests conducted in Utah, Hawaii and at sea exposed military and civilian personnel to hazardous materials. In these recently declassified fact sheets, the Department of Defense reveals details about the ships and units involved in the tests and to what substances their crews and other personnel may have been exposed. IMMEDIATE RELEASE No. 471-03July 01, 2003 DoD Completes Deseret Test Center Investigation Dr. William Winkenwerder Jr., assistant secr
DE NIRO PLANS COLD WAR TRILOGYRobert De niro wants his Cold War movie The Good Sheperd to be the first of a trilogy of films about the conflict. The actor/director claims the movie has turned him into a Cold War fanatic, after first becoming interested in the rivalry between the US and Soviet Union as a child. De Niro says, "I'm fascinated by the Cold War. Especially the Cold War in Berlin. As a kid, I was here a few times and went to East Berlin. I found the whole period amazing. It's fascinating stuff. Everybody has a fascination with it. "I'd love to do a second part, from 1961 when the Berlin Wall went up to 1989 when the Wall fell. And then I'd like to do a third part from 1989 to the present." De Niro adds his belief the Cold War may have never ended: "I always wondered before 'When the Cold war ended, would it ever be over?'. I used to think the other shoe's going to drop. It dropped. Nuclear weapons are easier to get and more countries are getting them. It's a little sc
I Remember When I Lost My Mind… for PowersAndMorrison.com
Friday, January 19, 2007.
A new National History Day documentary entitled “Nazis in the CIA: How the Cold War Began” by high school sophomore students Daniel Solis and Richard Li tells the entire story of how the Cold War began. This is the first version of our entry in the Senior Division Group Documentary category and any comments are welcomed. This year’s theme is Triumph & Tragedy in history.
Synopsis: The triumphant victory over Germany and Hitler’s Nazi regime in the spring of 1945 was an important event in U.S. and world history. Six months later, Nazi war criminals came to work for the OSS, later renamed the CIA. They fueled the fire in the United States that was the hate and fear of the Cold War. It is a tragedy that the United States would work with a former enemy to fight a new rival.
The documentary running time 9:59:
http://youtube.com/watch?v=IK3vOeCvfps
A new National History Day documentary by high school sophomore students Daniel Solis and Richard Li tells the entire story of how the Cold War began. The triumphant victory over Germany and Hitler’s Nazi regime in the spring of 1945 was an important event in U.S. and world history. Six months later, Nazi war criminals came to work for the OSS, later renamed the CIA. They fueled the fire in the United States that was the hate and fear of the Cold War. It is a tragedy that the United States would work with a former enemy to fight a new rival.
The final documentary will be released on January 8th 2007.
Intro Title Clip:
http://youtube.com/watch?v=Zuergwp5aDc
I recently learned I’m eligible for a Cold War service medal for my late 70s-early 80s stint in the Air Force. Not being the sort who delights in wearing my old uniform bedecked with medals every Fourth of July, I probably won’t take the time to find all the missing paperwork to prove I’m entitled to it.
Besides, the Cold War was a pretty sweet deal for me. I flew around the world in my own semi-private airplane, visiting 24 countries on every continent save Antarctica and Australia. Most of my missions were logistical trips to deliver dependent household goods here or a planeload of live goats there (that’s a story for another day though). And despite my training, I never seriously believed the Cold War would turn hot. The Soviets and the Chinese understood that nukes equaled death, proving that the principle of Mutually Assured Destruction (MAD) wasn’t so mad after all.
Besides, if they’d invaded, we could have easily co-opted them by meeting th
Because Viktor Yushchenko refused Putin's diktat, Gazprom just cut their Ukrainian pipes. Vlad the Impaler wanted Yushchenko dead but could just alter his face : now he doesn't care whether people die in this indecent and unfair armwrestling contest.Russia is back to fascism but no one seems to care. Germany ? Gerhard Schröder just joined the board of a Gazprom subsidiary. The US ? Dubya can't locate "Ukrainia" on the map of Texas and has trouble translating his one-size-fits-all terror / freedom / democracy speech in Uzbek (hell, making friends with local despot Islam Karimov fulfills his understanding of Islam agenda). France, then ? Duh ! We're not interested in human rights either... actually, we're not even fighting for our gas or oil supplies anymore since we found the best way to solve both heating and gas consumption problems : we burn our own cars.Sign of the times, Jews are fleeing Russia. Those who didn't reach Israel's shores land in Germany, where the Berlin commun
So yesterday I poked a bit at the Cold War Kids who did nothing worse than posting free (if not so listenable) music to the band's website. That was harsh, huh? We'll I'm back to nod my head at the kids and say "nice work" in posting the early E.P....
So yesterday I poked a bit at the Cold War Kids who did nothing worse than posting free (if not so listenable) music to the band's website. That was harsh, huh? We'll I'm back to nod my head at the kids and say "nice work" in posting the early E.P....
