Archive for November, 2010

Working on yesterday’s post regarding the USS Atlanta at Guadalcanal reminded the History Junkie that he hadn’t spoken to an old friend in quite some time. New Yorker, Albert Marchesano survived the Naval battle at Guadalcanal and was kind enough to help the Spangler family in their search for answers. Lt. Donald Spangler lost his [...]

USS Atlanta at Guadalcanal

November 15, 2010

This November 13 marks the 68th anniversary of the naval battle at Guadalcanal.  In the early morning hours, the USS Atlanta and her battle group, at over a dozen ships strong, tread water off the coast of the island.  They lay wait to intercept a like-sized Japanese surface force.  The American contingent spied the enemy [...]

Each, and hopefully every, Friday, the History Junkie plans on bringing you a weekly history wrap-up.  Just a bit of this and that—items that caught HJ’s eye over the week. First up, as Gordon Lightfoot sings, “The church bell chimed, til’ it rang 29 times,” this past Wednesday to commemorate 35th anniversary of the sinking [...]

First, and absolutely foremost, the History Junkie would like personally thank all our veterans, past and present. Without the efforts of our Marines, Soldiers, Sailors and Airmen, HJ would not enjoy the life he has today.  HJ takes these sacrifices personally. Was there something else?  Oh yeah.  “To Infinity and Beyond!” EVERYTOWN, USA launches into [...]

T Minus One Day and Counting

November 10, 2010

Salt over the shoulder.  Fingers crossed. Just cut a foot off a rabbit I caught in the backyard. The official book launch for EVERYTOWN, USA occurs tonight at midnight!  The History Junkie and his team at CCP Mission Control are hoping we do not hear the words, “Houston, we have a problem.”  Again, keep your [...]

EVERYTOWN, USA is fueled and on the pad, awaiting launch.  The History Junkie and his hearty crew are busy with final details.  The weather forecast appears clear.  Barring unforeseen mechanical difficulties, look for a large explosion over the Midwestern horizon this Thursday, November 11, 2010–Veteran’s Day.

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