Tom Burnett called his wife Deena four times from Flight 93. By the third call, he had confirmed that two other planes had deliberately crashed into buildings. "I know we're going to die," he said. "Some of us are going to do something about it." He was a senior vice president at a medical device company. He was 38 years old, with three daughters under ten. He asked Deena to call the authorities and tell them everything. He was gathering information. Quietly organizing. His fourth call was brief. "We're going to rush the hijackers," he said. "I love you. I love the girls. I'll call you back." He never called back. Flight 93 crashed in a Pennsylvania field at 10:03 a.m. The Capitol building believed to be the target was spared. Tom Burnett's words have been quoted in congressional testimony, memorials, and national remembrances. And yet, for many Americans who visit the Flight 93 memorial, his name is new.Story based on historical records. This post is shared for educational purposes.
Every June, pink and purple rhododendron blooms appear along exposed mountain ridges along the Blue Ridge Parkway and the Appalachian Trail. These splashes of color highlight the rolling landscapeโs already remarkable beauty.
Photo by Lisa Squires
First Alert: Still a small t-shower chance south of #CLT later today, then mainly dry for the weekend (late storm chance Sunday west of CLT). Next chance for t-storms comes Sunday night into Monday. Temps look to hold right about where they should be for late June. #scwx#ncwx
The Screaming Eagles recently integrated Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) with munition-drop capabilities during live-fire training at Fort Campbell. By equipping drones with live grenades, our teams are testing new ways to spot, target, and safely neutralize threats.
Gusty winds: 20-35 mph Thursday into Friday
T-Storms: Chance of a few Thursday 4pm-12am, some strong
Rain: Scattered rain Thursday night into Friday morning, 1/2 inch or less #ncwx@WFMY#Arthur
Corpsman Up!
Today, we celebrate and recognize the @USNavy Corpsmen who have stood alongside our #Marines for 128 years.
Since June 16, 1898, Navy Corpsmen have embodied the spirit of #SemperFidelis. From naval hospitals to the battlefield, they remain always faithful, treating our wounded and keeping Marines in the fight.
To the #Corpsmen in our ranks, we thank you for your unwavering dedication to duty and to our Marines.
Semper Fidelis.
โ๏ธ (U.S. Marine Corps graphic by Lance Cpl. Matthew Morales)
๐ท (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Armando Elizalde)
#Corpsman #Navy #BlueGreenTeam
The Edwards Air Force Base has released the names of the 8 people who died Monday after the B-52 Crash.
Colonel Gregory Watson, 53.
Lieutenant Colonel Gabriel Estrella, 40.
Retired Lieutenant Colonel Miles, 50.
Major Alexander Davis, 34.
Major Robert Dee, 40.
Major Brad Hovey, 35.
Jeromy Smith, 32.
Christopher Rischar, 41.
Please help us keep their family and loved ones in your prayers during these difficult times.
The Edwards Air Force Base has released the names of the 8 people who died Monday after the B-52 Crash.
Colonel Gregory Watson, 53.
Lieutenant Colonel Gabriel Estrella, 40.
Retired Lieutenant Colonel Miles, 50.
Major Alexander Davis, 34.
Major Robert Dee, 40.
Major Brad Hovey, 35.
Jeromy Smith, 32.
Christopher Rischar, 41.
Please help us keep their family and loved ones in your prayers during these difficult times.