cap Posted September 9, 2005 Report Share Posted September 9, 2005 Mac -----and THAT sir is where proper research ends. The minute you stop reading something because it does not agree with your previous research, ideas or opinions, then at that moment complete learning stops. Apologies for mentioning something concerning "Vietnam". I did so only because I am a big admirer of Chester A. Ronning and to demonstrate that Canada has also been involved in many "misdeeds"........and until they stop doing so, Canadians would do well to stop criticizing other countries for their "misdeeds" otherwise they take on the mantel of hypocrits. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
transquebecniece Posted September 10, 2005 Report Share Posted September 10, 2005 Apologies for mentioning something concerning "Vietnam". <{POST_SNAPBACK}> That breaks my heart that you even felt the need to say that, Cap. Don't you EVER apologize again for that or anything else, no matter who says what. AND I MEAN IT! CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS Back at 'er. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cap Posted September 10, 2005 Report Share Posted September 10, 2005 TQN -------- I wasn't apologizing for my involvement or anyone else's. I do however respect the fact that there are some who find the mention of anything to do with that war tiresome after all these years and that feeling has got to be acknowledged and respected. So don't read that apology the wrong way young lady. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
transquebecniece Posted September 10, 2005 Report Share Posted September 10, 2005 I understand. However, there are many things people say here just in innocent conversation...things that are not said to deliberately get anybody's dander up. Such things may not be to someone's liking, but it does not warrant nor justify insensitive slagging. 'Nuff said. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iceman Posted September 10, 2005 Report Share Posted September 10, 2005 Alberta donated 5 million to the Red Cross or something last week for the Hurricane victims. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Angry Egg Driver Posted September 10, 2005 Report Share Posted September 10, 2005 Some canadian machines have gone down to help out.NAS sent their new 407 down last week. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
transquebecniece Posted September 10, 2005 Report Share Posted September 10, 2005 Cap also put a list of more help from our northern neighbors on the America's Long Reach thread. It's all so wonderful and very appreciated. I hope that all that kindness in a time of crisis doesn't EVER need repayed, but it would be in a heartbeat if needed! Canada rocks! :up: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
67november Posted September 10, 2005 Report Share Posted September 10, 2005 final tally on the marathon, $843,000.00 for the Katrina refief effort :up: :punk: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cap Posted September 11, 2005 Report Share Posted September 11, 2005 TQN -----There's no "new history".....we just keep repeating the old stuff over and over. This has all happened before, only the last time something of this magnatude happened on our side of the border, America jumped to our aide within hours, before OUR OWN government could react even. I grew up in Nova Scotia and certain events were drummed into my head. Here's but one of them: DATE: December 1917 PLACE: Halifax, Nova Scotia Two fully loaded ammunition ships collided in Halifax Harbour and the resultant explosion wiped-out most of the city. Until Hiroshima, it was the largest man-made explosion ever. Two trains immediately left Boston with medical personnel, medical supplies, food, blankets, tents, etc. etc. and made their way to Halifax.....and in a blinding snowstorm yet. It was another 4 days before the Canadian Federal government could react and also lend aide. TO THIS DAY, when the Christmas season starts, the City of Halifax sends an extremely large Christmas tree that takes it's place in front of Boston City Hall. That tradition has existed since 1920 and is thanks from a once devastated city to the people of Boston, the State of Mass. and the U.S for "being there" when they were needed and without being asked. What goes around comes around and politics can go to ****. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elvis Posted September 11, 2005 Report Share Posted September 11, 2005 Minor correction there Cap only the Mont Blac was loaded with ammunition Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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