Colonialgirl
Hawkeye
Does anybody have a list of the places offering Vets Day benefits this year?
Veteran's Day
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I saw your question a while ago and thought before answering, but I must....
First, thank you for your service, but why are you looking for a discounted burger or free car wash? What about looking to do some good somewhere?
I’m not being negative towards veterans, but November 11th is still a week away, is a half price Chinese dinner that important.
Before you say anything, I served as a volunteer in the United States Peace Corps so yes, I put in my time as well. But I just don’t like your question.
Edited to add:
My parents were both teachers, I remember not being able to buy shoes because they didn’t have money after buying supplies for their classrooms. So yes, I have seen firsthand people who devote their lives to helping others. And yes, I know others have sacrificed more. However, I guess this is my point... to not look for a handout but to look for opportunities to help others....
First, thank you for your service, but why are you looking for a discounted burger or free car wash? What about looking to do some good somewhere?
I’m not being negative towards veterans, but November 11th is still a week away, is a half price Chinese dinner that important.
Before you say anything, I served as a volunteer in the United States Peace Corps so yes, I put in my time as well. But I just don’t like your question.
Edited to add:
My parents were both teachers, I remember not being able to buy shoes because they didn’t have money after buying supplies for their classrooms. So yes, I have seen firsthand people who devote their lives to helping others. And yes, I know others have sacrificed more. However, I guess this is my point... to not look for a handout but to look for opportunities to help others....
Veterans should not have to defend themselves from Jody.
If a Veteran wants to accept the gift of a free meal, that's great.
I am a Veteran, a Veterans advocate and volunteer. I do not take part in these dinners, as on Veterans Day, we're usually too busy. But I still keep track of these dinners, as we do try to direct Veterans from our area to these restaurants for their once a year 'free' dinner.
I don't get the continued animosity.
If a Veteran wants to accept the gift of a free meal, that's great.
I am a Veteran, a Veterans advocate and volunteer. I do not take part in these dinners, as on Veterans Day, we're usually too busy. But I still keep track of these dinners, as we do try to direct Veterans from our area to these restaurants for their once a year 'free' dinner.
I don't get the continued animosity.
SR1911SHOOTER
Blackhawk
Kevin said:
Kevin,
The peace corps do not hold a candle to the military service. Your comment is not appropriate.
I don't care if you don't like the question! Many veterans are living on retirement only, and it is not
enough in many cases. So, knock off the knocking of veterans who need a break.
Oh, and I did not see any comment about you in the Military. So knock it off.
Blackie
SR1911SHOOTER
Blackhawk
WAYNO said:
What Wayno said!!!
Blackie
The Peace Corps (capitals) is a government organization. When Volunteers leave, they have the same benefits as a veteran. Like it or not, As a citizen my comment is appropriate; I was not intending to be mean or downgrading.
Kevin, 58,220 American military personnel lost their lives in Viet Nam. How many peace corps draft dodgers died during that same time?
304,000 American military personnel were wounded in Viet Nam. How many peace corps draft dodgers were wounded during that time?
Countless numbers of Viet Nam vets suffer from PTSD. How many peace corps draft dodgers suffer from PTSD.
This country finally figured out that those that died deserved recognition and a wall was constructed. How many names are on the peace corps wall. Oh that's right, they don't have one, because they never did anything to deserve one.
Rant off, but every time I think about peace corps draft dodgers getting anywhere near the same benefits as those who served in the military it just irks the hell out of me.
304,000 American military personnel were wounded in Viet Nam. How many peace corps draft dodgers were wounded during that time?
Countless numbers of Viet Nam vets suffer from PTSD. How many peace corps draft dodgers suffer from PTSD.
This country finally figured out that those that died deserved recognition and a wall was constructed. How many names are on the peace corps wall. Oh that's right, they don't have one, because they never did anything to deserve one.
Rant off, but every time I think about peace corps draft dodgers getting anywhere near the same benefits as those who served in the military it just irks the hell out of me.
yooper1
Single-Sixer
Jeepnik said:
Very well said!
Thank you to all veterans and you all deserve more
Sal1950
Blackhawk
A VERY inappropriate comment Kevin. Your disrespect for REAL Veterans is NOT appreciated.Kevin said:
Put a zipper on it.
Sal1950
Blackhawk
I saw Golden Coral was doing their usual free dinner on Monday the 13th.Colonialgirl said:
Thank you Golden Corral for your salute to those that have served in the Military!
"Every year, Golden Corral honors veterans and active military members with a free Veterans Day meal. Over the past 16 years, they've provided the free buffet more than 5.1 million and raised over $12.9 million for Disabled American Veterans."
https://www.thebalance.com/golden-corral-s-veterans-day-free-meal-1356880
powder smoke
Hawkeye
Serving in the Peace Corps is much like working in a soup kitchen.
Benefits, your kidding right? ps
Benefits, your kidding right? ps
Some information for Nov 11 on military.com website; http://www.military.com/veterans-day/retailers-veterans-day-military-discounts.html
Also take a look at The Exchange website; https://www.shopmyexchange.com/.
Also take a look at The Exchange website; https://www.shopmyexchange.com/.
SR1911SHOOTER
Blackhawk
WAYNO said:
Wayno,
Thanks! Many of those veterans are living on the streets.
Blackie
yooper1 said:
+2 Well said Jeepnik
GunnyGene
Hawkeye
Taya Kyle talks about a new movie "Thank You for Your Service" that y'all might want to see. Here's the story. Has some bearing on this discussion.
http://www.foxnews.com/opinion/2017/11/04/taya-kyle-movie-to-watch-remember-and-learn-from-about-what-it-really-means-to-serve.html
There's a bunch of clips on Youtube. Search for Thank You for Your Service
http://www.foxnews.com/opinion/2017/11/04/taya-kyle-movie-to-watch-remember-and-learn-from-about-what-it-really-means-to-serve.html
There's a bunch of clips on Youtube. Search for Thank You for Your Service
Kevin,
I'm interested to know a little bit more about your time in the Peace Corps.
Like what was the date, how long (2 Years) where were you assigned, what did you do, were there any other P C members with you, what benefits did you receive after service.
I would be more than happy to tell you what I did in the USAF in 1960s and it damn sure wasn't fun.
Jim
I'm interested to know a little bit more about your time in the Peace Corps.
Like what was the date, how long (2 Years) where were you assigned, what did you do, were there any other P C members with you, what benefits did you receive after service.
I would be more than happy to tell you what I did in the USAF in 1960s and it damn sure wasn't fun.
Jim
Bkat
Blackhawk
Kevin said:
Like it or not, your comment is totally inappropriate. And I'm not a veteran.
ronto
Hunter
Veterans took on the responsibility and put their lives on the line to defend liberty, those in the Peace Corps found a way to dodge that responsibility.
mohavesam
Hawkeye
Opinions are like butt cheeks - everyone has at least two...
GunnyGene
Hawkeye
mohavesam said:
True, but some are hairier and smellier than others. :lol:
Directly from the Peace Corp site:
The Peace Corps provides each Volunteer with housing and a living stipend that enables them to live in a manner similar to people in their community of service. Unlike other international volunteer programs, there is no charge to participate in the Peace Corps. There is no application fee, although costs may only be partially covered for required medical examinations during the application process.
Upon completion of two years of service, the Peace Corps provides each Volunteer with more than $8,000 (pre-tax) to help with the transition to life back home. This money is yours to use as you wish. (my bold)
The Peace Corps provides each Volunteer with housing and a living stipend that enables them to live in a manner similar to people in their community of service. Unlike other international volunteer programs, there is no charge to participate in the Peace Corps. There is no application fee, although costs may only be partially covered for required medical examinations during the application process.
Upon completion of two years of service, the Peace Corps provides each Volunteer with more than $8,000 (pre-tax) to help with the transition to life back home. This money is yours to use as you wish. (my bold)
Colonialgirl said:
Golden Corral has some sort of veteran's appreciation day. This company is very pro-military. Here's the link: http://www.goldencorral.com/military/faq.asp
I wasn't planning on attending but have reconsidered since I found out it pisses off the "veterans" in the Peace Corps.
OP
Colonialgirl
Hawkeye
Sal1950 said:
I was thinking of the Golden Corral; I hadn't checked but since Vets Day falls on a weekend day, they DO move their honoring of vets to the following Monday, SO, I will probably visit out local one.
Kevin;
The peace corp was nothing compared to the military; I was BORN in a Naval Hospital and until the 7th grade lived on Navy bases all over the USA and the world. I was in the Army (no Choice, <for undisclosed reasons>)1966-1969 and the ONLY reason I wasn't sent to Vietnam was a "B" physical profile from a week of pneumonia during basic training that I spent in an isolation ward in an Army Hospital. I DID spend 15 months in Korea ( a "HARDSHIP" tour) and was there for the Pubelo incident and the time 20 NK infiltrators invaded with the goal of assassinating the SK President. I was ALSO obligated to and subject to recall for a total of SIX years after the day I stepped forward and took the required oath.
Now go ahead and pat yourself on the back for the peace corpse.
Some restaurants are offering things on the 11th and some are offering things on the 13th. Here is a pretty good list. I especially think this is an important thing for Vietnam Era vets, who were treated pretty poorly in the day. https://www.thebalance.com/veterans-day-free-meals-1357348
I didn' t see anywhere these were available to Peace corps "veterans" maybe it's because there weren't in the military, they were trying to avoid it. :mrgreen: :mrgreen:
I didn' t see anywhere these were available to Peace corps "veterans" maybe it's because there weren't in the military, they were trying to avoid it. :mrgreen: :mrgreen:
LSCG
Buckeye
Kevin said:
let me get this straight. you think that veterans who have given years of their life to serve this Country (some of who have even given their limbs for it) are wrong for wanting some type of discount or a free hamburger for one day out of the year? instead you think they should continue to give more of themselves than they already have?
you've got to be ****ing kidding me. any Vet that has honorably served this Country has more than earned a free hamburger. we owe many of them a debt that cannot be repaid.
my Dad, Granddad, and three great uncles all fought for this Country and the fact that you think you're their equal in some way because you spent some time in the peace corps is laughable.
pete44ru
Hunter
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Kevin's brand of insinuation, and harsher criticism of veterans, has been going on since I was in the USAF during Vietnam - and, although it's rarer today, I'm surprised to read it here. :roll:
For making those remarks, ILO of answering a simple question, SHAME on you, Kevin................. SHAME
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Kevin's brand of insinuation, and harsher criticism of veterans, has been going on since I was in the USAF during Vietnam - and, although it's rarer today, I'm surprised to read it here. :roll:
For making those remarks, ILO of answering a simple question, SHAME on you, Kevin................. SHAME
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If I may delve a bit OT here- Would anyone care to sponsor a wreath for a serviceman's grave? IVH has a few left unsponsored and I'm sure there are many more around the country.
http://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org
http://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org
Selena said:
Selena, thank you for posting this. I did not know about WAA and have gone to their site and read up on them. I now know someplace some of my donations will go. Folks, go to the web site and read about it, it seems to me to be a pretty true non profit org. The top people don't take any salary and better than 80% of what they receive goes to what they do, not to who runs it.
Selena, I'm another who never heard of this program. I've just donated. Thanks for bringing it to my attention.
I've known for years that the Boy Scouts put flags on the graves of those that served.
It's little enough that we can do to pay our respects. Heck, many of us aren't really all that far away from being a potential recipient of such a gift.
I've known for years that the Boy Scouts put flags on the graves of those that served.
It's little enough that we can do to pay our respects. Heck, many of us aren't really all that far away from being a potential recipient of such a gift.
LIBERTY FOREVER
Bearcat
Colonialgirl,
The information below is from Military.com they send daily news out on military activities its the best collective list I've seen. I hope this helps everyone who wants to participate in an activity with other Vets and enjoy the camaraderie that many enjoy from their years together. Those of you that have served took an oath to serve and defend the constitution of the United State. However you also served each other, the men and women to the left and right of you, you fought to keep each other alive or because you had built a bond of unit tradition and would do anything for the Team you served with. That's why its important for some to go have a dinner or lunch with other like minded folks. One per-centers I call them, the type of men and women I want to be privileged to share the table with. 1% of the modern day U.S. population serves in the armed services. Hold your head high, always hold your head high for you have served your nations armed military forces.
Popular Veterans Day Restaurant Discounts
Texas Roadhouse: Free Lunch on Veterans Day
Golden Corral: Military Appreciation Night
Applebee's Offers Free Meal on Veterans Day
See All Veterans Day Restaurant Offerings
Popular Veterans Day Travel & Recreation Discounts
Killington Resort: Free Skiing on Veterans Day
Colonial Williamsburg Free Admission
Harley-Davidson Museum: Veterans Day Offer
See All Veterans Day Travel & Recreation Discounts
Popular Veterans Day Retailer Discounts
Great Clips Offers Free Haircuts on Veterans Day
Rack Room Shoes Veterans Day Discount
Home Depot Offers Veterans Discounts
See All Veterans Day Retailer Offerings
Veterans Day Events
Giving Back
All of the discounts have been confirmed, either through press release or direct communication with the company.
Keep in mind that most businesses require proof of military service, which can include a VA Universal Access Card, Military ID, DD-214 (Discharge Papers), Veterans Service Organization Card (VSO's include groups like the VFW, DAV, AmVets, MOAA, FRA, and the American Legion), a state-issued ID that shows veteran status or in some cases businesses will accept a picture of the veteran in uniform.
http://www.military.com/discounts/texas-roadhouse-veterans-day-military-discount
The information below is from Military.com they send daily news out on military activities its the best collective list I've seen. I hope this helps everyone who wants to participate in an activity with other Vets and enjoy the camaraderie that many enjoy from their years together. Those of you that have served took an oath to serve and defend the constitution of the United State. However you also served each other, the men and women to the left and right of you, you fought to keep each other alive or because you had built a bond of unit tradition and would do anything for the Team you served with. That's why its important for some to go have a dinner or lunch with other like minded folks. One per-centers I call them, the type of men and women I want to be privileged to share the table with. 1% of the modern day U.S. population serves in the armed services. Hold your head high, always hold your head high for you have served your nations armed military forces.
Popular Veterans Day Restaurant Discounts
Texas Roadhouse: Free Lunch on Veterans Day
Golden Corral: Military Appreciation Night
Applebee's Offers Free Meal on Veterans Day
See All Veterans Day Restaurant Offerings
Popular Veterans Day Travel & Recreation Discounts
Killington Resort: Free Skiing on Veterans Day
Colonial Williamsburg Free Admission
Harley-Davidson Museum: Veterans Day Offer
See All Veterans Day Travel & Recreation Discounts
Popular Veterans Day Retailer Discounts
Great Clips Offers Free Haircuts on Veterans Day
Rack Room Shoes Veterans Day Discount
Home Depot Offers Veterans Discounts
See All Veterans Day Retailer Offerings
Veterans Day Events
Giving Back
All of the discounts have been confirmed, either through press release or direct communication with the company.
Keep in mind that most businesses require proof of military service, which can include a VA Universal Access Card, Military ID, DD-214 (Discharge Papers), Veterans Service Organization Card (VSO's include groups like the VFW, DAV, AmVets, MOAA, FRA, and the American Legion), a state-issued ID that shows veteran status or in some cases businesses will accept a picture of the veteran in uniform.
http://www.military.com/discounts/texas-roadhouse-veterans-day-military-discount
