American Heroes Press Top Stories July 28, 2010

Submarine Commissioning to be Streamed Live Online
The Navy will commission the newest Virginia-class attack submarine Missouri (SSN 780) during an 11 a.m. EDT ceremony on July 31 at Naval Submarine Base New London. The event will be streamed live online on
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http://military-online.blogspot.com/2010/07/submarine-commissioning-to-be-streamed.html

Pentagon Won't List Sailor as Captured in Afghanistan
The Defense Department has identified two sailors who went missing in Afghanistan's Logar province last week, and U.S. forces there are focused on finding one still unaccounted for, a Pentagon spokesman said today.
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http://terrorism-online.blogspot.com/2010/07/pentagon-wont-list-sailor-as-captured.html

Logistics Analyst Excels in Leadership Program
When Betty Hoapili was selected to attend the Department of Defense's Executive Leadership Development Program, she got the chance to walk in a warfighter's shoes.
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http://leadership-online.blogspot.com/2010/07/logistics-analyst-excels-in-leadership.html

2400 Cop Books
With the latest release of two novels by Lieutenant Wayne Zurl (ret.), Suffolk County Police Department, the website now lists over 2400 books written by state and local law enforcement officials, from 466 police departments.
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http://criminal-justice-online.blogspot.com/2010/07/2400-cop-books.html

What Every Business Owner Should Know About Homeland Security
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http://www.hitechcj.com/homelandsecurity/business_resources.html

American Heroes Press Top Stories July 27, 2010

Navy Casualty and Identifies Sailor Listed as Whereabouts Unknown
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http://terrorism-online.blogspot.com/2010/07/navy-casualty-and-identifies-sailor.html

Coast Guard honors 100th Anniversary of the Boy Scouts
This year, Boy Scouts of America is celebrating its 100th anniversary. A major part of that year-long celebration is the annual Boy Scout National Jamboree which began earlier this week. More than 130 volunteers from the Coast Guard family will join more than 41,000 Boy Scouts and Adult Leaders as part of the 2010 event.
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http://military-online.blogspot.com/2010/07/coast-guard-honors-100th-anniversary-of.html
Obama Proclaims Korean War Armistice Day
President Barack Obama has issued a proclamation declaring July 27 National Korean War Veterans Armistice Day, to mark the signing of the Military Armistice Agreement at Panmunjom.
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http://military-online.blogspot.com/2010/07/obama-proclaims-korean-war-armistice.html

Marine Recalls Top-Tier Soccer Career
Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Jose Pena, a warehouse chief with 2nd Maintenance Battalion, 2nd Marine Logistics Group here, has been playing soccer at the highest levels for the Corps almost since the day he enlisted nearly 13 years ago.
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http://military-online.blogspot.com/2010/07/marine-recalls-top-tier-soccer-career.html

Corrections Writers
Corrections, in general, refers to society's handling of persons after their conviction of a criminal offense. For the Purposes of Police-Writers.com, corrections refers to all sworn personnel who work in prisons, jails, parole or probation functions; whether a local, state or federal facility.
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http://www.police-writers.com/corrections_writers.html

American Heroes Press Top Stories July 26, 2010

Marine Casualties
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Army Casualties
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Marine Casualty
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Mission to Africa – This is a Drill!
This week we took time out for the engineers to do some training. The engineers spent a whole day focused on doing basic engineering casualty control exercises (BECCEs) to help crewmembers become trained to respond to machinery casualties in the engine room.
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http://military-online.blogspot.com/2010/07/mission-to-africa-this-is-drill.html

Would you Marry a Cop?
On July 29, 2010, Conversations with American Heroes at the Watering Hole will feature a conversation with Sergeant Brian Cain, Holly Springs Police Department, on marriage in law enforcement.
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http://criminal-justice-online.blogspot.com/2010/07/would-you-marry-cop.html

Fort Jackson Club Boss Puts Soldiers First
Providing soldiers a home away from home has been Carole Coveney's mission for more than two decades. And Coveney will continue to take care of soldiers in her new position as the general manager of Fort Jackson's NCO Club.
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http://military-online.blogspot.com/2010/07/fort-jackson-club-boss-puts-soldiers.html

“Hall of Honor” Distinctive Feature of Ohio VA Clinic
When Veterans visit the VA Community Based Outpatient Clinic in Youngstown, Ohio, they look forward to taking a stroll down the “Hall of Honor” and locating a medal they received while in uniform.
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http://military-online.blogspot.com/2010/07/hall-of-honor-distinctive-feature-of.html

FINGERPRINT TECHNOLOGY
The FBI has managed the nation’s collection of fingerprints since 1924, but we went fully electronic in 1999 when we launched the Integrated Automated Fingerprint Identification System, or IAFIS.
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http://talk-technology.blogspot.com/2010/07/fingerprint-technology.html

13 indicted for selling counterfeit documents at Houston flea markets
Thirteen individuals were charged by indictment on Monday for allegedly conspiring to possess or obtain counterfeit identity documents.
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http://criminal-justice-online-courses.blogspot.com/2010/07/13-indicted-for-selling-counterfeit.html

Learn Sarver Heart Center's Continuous Chest Compression CPR
Every three days, more Americans die from sudden cardiac arrest than the number who died in the 9-11 attacks. You can lessen this recurring loss by learning Continuous Chest Compression CPR, a hands-only CPR method that doubles a person’s chance of surviving cardiac arrest. It’s easy and does not require mouth-to-mouth contact, making it more likely bystanders will try to help, and it was developed at the University of Arizona College of Medicine.
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http://talk-technology.blogspot.com/2010/07/learn-sarver-heart-centers-continuous.html

Wounded warriors complete 'Sea to Shining Sea' journey
A group of wounded veterans amassed at the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco May 22 for a two-month cross country ride that ended July 24 in Virginia Beach, Va.
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http://military-online.blogspot.com/2010/07/wounded-warriors-complete-sea-to.html

Homeland Security
During our research we have located a number of excellent “Open Source Intelligence” (OSINT) documents are terrorism. In addition to this OSINT, we have located a wide variety of important and useful information for police officers.
http://www.security-homeland.net/

American Heroes Press Top Stories July 24, 2010

Army Casualty
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http://terrorism-online.blogspot.com/2010/07/army-casualty_24.html

Cyber Command Leader Learns about Intelligence Training
The Center for Naval Intelligence (CENNAVINTEL) hosted Rear Adm. William Leigher, deputy commander, U.S. Fleet Cyber Command/deputy commander, 10th Fleet, at the Navy and Marine Corps Intelligence Training Center (NMITC) in Virginia Beach, July 13.
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http://talk-technology.blogspot.com/2010/07/cyber-command-leader-learns-about.html

Mullen Stresses Commitment to Afghanistan, Pakistan
The chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff told reporters that the July 2011 date President Barack Obama has set as the start of drawing down the plus-up of troops he ordered in November does not mean the United States will run for the doors.
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http://terrorism-online.blogspot.com/2010/07/mullen-stresses-commitment-to.html

1225 Servicemembers and 3913 books
Many of the men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces have become great writers. Indeed, who better to tell the story of combat; explain military doctrine, tactics or leadership. But more than that, others service members have written wonderful fiction, biographies, history and other military books.
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http://www.military-writers.com/

American Heroes Press Top Stories July 23, 2010

Army Casualty
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http://terrorism-online.blogspot.com/2010/07/army-casualty_23.html

Navy Chief Returns to Homeland After 17 Years to Support Exercise Sea Breeze 2010
A chief petty officer supporting exercise Sea Breeze 2010 as an interpreter had the unique opportunity to return to his homeland. Chief Cryptologic Technician (Interpretative) (CTIC) Dimtry Sokol left Ukraine 17 years ago for a new life in the United States.
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http://military-online.blogspot.com/2010/07/navy-chief-returns-to-homeland-after-17.html

Guardian of the Week – LCDR Elizabeth Booker
The pressures of military service can exacerbate the unique challenges women face, especially motherhood. Our Guardian of the Week has worked tirelessly as a leader and mentor to bring awareness to these areas within the Coast Guard aviation community.
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http://leadership-online.blogspot.com/2010/07/guardian-of-week-lcdr-elizabeth-booker.html

Army Jumpmaster Earns Coveted Master Parachutist Wings
Army Chief Warrant Officer 2 Michael Sanders, a 43-year-old senior interrogator with the XVIII Airborne Corps here, battled a bad knee to earn the coveted master parachutist wings, the highest-level airborne skills award, other than the combat parachutists badge.
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http://military-online.blogspot.com/2010/07/army-jumpmaster-earns-coveted-master.html

Law Enforcement Partnerships Help Reunite Mother and Son
Within minutes of receiving a lookout that originated with the Houston Police Department, U.S. Border Patrol agents from the New Orleans Sector located a reported missing child on Thursday, June 22.
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http://criminal-justice-online.blogspot.com/2010/07/law-enforcement-partnerships-help.html

1095 Police Officers
When we started working on Los Angeles Police Officers who had written books, we realized that many state and local police officers have shared their talent, experience and knowledge through books. As of June 22, 2010 this site lists 1095 state and local law enforcement officials from 466 state and local law enforcement agencies who have written 2398 books.
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http://www.police-writers.com/

American Heroes Press Top Stories July 20, 2010

Army Casualty
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Army Casualty
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Army Casualty
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Marine Casualty
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Army Casualty
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Balad Airmen move helicopters for Iraq drawdown
As the drawdown and redeployment of assets continues in Iraq, helicopters from bases in Northern Iraq have made their way here to be inspected, prepped and shipped to new operating locations with the assistance of the 332nd Expeditionary Logistics Readiness Squadron Aerial Port team.
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http://terrorism-online.blogspot.com/2010/07/balad-airmen-move-helicopters-for-iraq.html

World War II veteran receives Distinguished Flying Cross in Pentagon ceremony
A World War II veteran received recognition for the heroism he displayed 65 years ago in the sky above Nazi Germany, during a ceremony July 19 in the Pentagon's Hall of Heroes.
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http://military-online.blogspot.com/2010/07/world-war-ii-veteran-receives.html

American Heroes Press Top Stories July 19, 2010

Marine Casualty
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Army Casualties
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Marine Casualty
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Army Casualty
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National Guard to Deploy Troops to Mexican Border
The National Guard is sending 1,200 troops to the Southwest border states to provide temporary support for the U.S. Customs and Border Protection agency, officials announced today.
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http://military-online.blogspot.com/2010/07/national-guard-to-deploy-troops-to.html

Coast Guard 'Superstar' Wins Coveted Award
Coast Guard Petty Officer 3rd Class Carlos Camacho became an expert on his service's newest class of boats and earned a prestigious award during his first-ever tour-of-duty here.
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http://leadership-online.blogspot.com/2010/07/coast-guard-superstar-wins-coveted.html

I’ll See you Tomorrow (Police Officer Poetry)
Together we wrote a chapter of life, me as your husband, you as my wife
As "one" we shared all of lifes pleasures, our moments together, nothing but treasures
Sitting together, talking for hours, each minute of time, were definitely ours
Then something happened in the midst of our love, you got a call, from God up above.
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http://www.police-writers.com/see_you_tomorrow.html

American Heroes Press Top Stories July 16, 2010

Army Casualty
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Army Casualties
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Army Casualties
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Justice Department Honors Undercover Gun, Drug Investigation With Project Safe
A jointly run undercover investigation that led to dozens of arrests in the Washington area and the seizure of 123 firearms and $1.5 million in narcotics was honored by the Department of Justice today as one of 24 national recipients of the annual Project Safe Neighborhoods Achievement Awards.
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http://criminal-justice-online.blogspot.com/2010/07/justice-department-honors-undercover.html

Brothers Serve Together in Afghanistan
Two brothers from Atmore, Ala., who wear different uniforms have found themselves not only deployed to Afghanistan at the same time, but also assigned to the same location at this sprawling air base. Army Sgt. 1st Class Dempsey Walker is a supply support activity platoon sergeant with Company A, Task Force Workhorse, 3rd Combat Aviation Brigade, Task Force Falcon.
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http://terrorism-online.blogspot.com/2010/07/brothers-serve-together-in-afghanistan.html

The USO to Carry Out “Operation Thriller” on U.S. Troops Stationed in Persian Gulf
Five of Today’s Most Celebrated Thriller Writers to Embark on Week-Long USO Tour to Combat Zone in Fall 2010.
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http://military-online.blogspot.com/2010/07/uso-to-carry-out-operation-thriller-on.html

Afghan, Coalition Forces Continue Operations
Afghan and international security forces killed or detained numerous enemy fighters and seized illegal drugs and weapons in recent operations in Afghanistan, military officials reported.
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http://terrorism-online.blogspot.com/2010/07/afghan-coalition-forces-continue.html

Guard members respond to brush fires in California
Two Modular Airborne Fire Fighting Systems 2 aircraft from the California Air National Guard's 146th Airlift Wing at Channel Island ANG Station, Calif., responded to a fire July 15 in Riverside County, Calif.
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http://military-online.blogspot.com/2010/07/guard-members-respond-to-brush-fires-in.html

ACC hosts MWD training seminar at Langley
Military working dogs and their handlers from across Air Combat Command assembled here June 28 through July 2 for the first military working dog training seminar.
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http://military-online.blogspot.com/2010/07/acc-hosts-mwd-training-seminar-at.html

Seven WWII Airmen buried at Arlington National Cemetery
The remains of seven Airmen missing in action from World War II were buried July 15 at Arlington National Cemetery with full military honors.
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http://military-online.blogspot.com/2010/07/seven-wwii-airmen-buried-at-arlington.html

American Heroes Press Top Stories July 13, 2010

Marine Casualty
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Marine Casualty
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Marine Casualty
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Army Casualty
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Army Casualty
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Double-Amputee Active Duty Soldier Takes Charge of Army Wounded Warrior Program
Lt. Col. Gregory Gadson took over the leadership of the Army Wounded Warrior Program (AW2), a six-year-old program that provides personalized support to severely wounded, ill and injured soldiers and veterans, as well as their families.
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http://military-online.blogspot.com/2010/07/double-amputee-active-duty-soldier.html

Third-Generation Officer Takes Oath
One of the Navy's newest officers joined the ranks in a unique way July 9 when he received his commissioning oath via video teleconference from his uncle, a Navy vice admiral who commands a joint task force in Afghanistan. The commissioning of Ensign Ian Kriegish by Vice Adm. Robert S. Harward, Joint Task Force 435 commander, marked the beginning of the third generation of his family to serve as an officer in the Navy.
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http://military-online.blogspot.com/2010/07/third-generation-officer-takes-oath.html

Fighting Terrorism with Technology
Threats are evolving every day. They can be as simple as a crude pipe bomb or as complex as the liquid explosives UK plot that was thwarted in 2006. It would be great if we had some kind of silver bullet technology with a meter that read “Threat or No Threat” to help us detect those threats, but that’s not the reality of where we’re at right now.
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http://talk-technology.blogspot.com/2010/07/fighting-terrorism-with-technology.html

Airdrops Break Records in Afghanistan
When your unit is surrounded by an enemy hitting you with small-arms fire and rocket-propelled grenades, and mortar rounds are screaming in and you're running low on food, ammo and everything else, you can't exactly send someone to Wal-Mart for supplies. That's when you pray for an airdrop. Now.."
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http://terrorism-online.blogspot.com/2010/07/airdrops-break-records-in-afghanistan.html

Criminal Investigations
As the list of police officers grows, so does our understanding of their contributions to law enforcement. In this section we are beginning to break out the practical "how-to" books on conducting various criminal investigations. The links below take you to specific types of investigations, such as narcotics, gangs and homicide. Below that you will find a collection of book, written by cops, on general techniques and tactics for criminal investigations and crime scenes.
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http://www.police-writers.com/criminal_investigations.html

American Heroes Press Top Stories July 12, 2010

Army Casualty
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Army Casualty
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Army Casualty
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Veteran Celebrates 100th Birthday Today
CWO Sam Domino and his grandson Jason mark the time on his watch that begins his 100th birthday. Marine Chief Warrant Officer Sam Domino is 100 years old, July 12, 2010. This Veteran’s life and career are notable in his dedication to the Marines, his country and his family.
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http://military-online.blogspot.com/2010/07/veteran-celebrates-100th-birthday-today.html

Corruption, Misconduct and Ethics
Our section on Corruption and Misconduct focuses on an insider’s view of corruption and misconduct in law enforcement. In this section, we list state and local police officers who have written books on ethics in criminal justice; specifically law enforcement and policing.
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http://www.police-writers.com/ethics.html

American Heroes Press Top Stories July 10, 2010

Oregon Chief Garners Writer’s Grand Prize
Oregon police chief and author Ken Lewis was named the First Grand Prize winner in the National Public Safety Writers Association 2010 writing competition for his 2009 crime fiction thriller "Little Blue Whales" during the PSWA annual conference June 17-20.
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http://criminal-justice-online.blogspot.com/2010/07/oregon-chief-garners-writers-grand.html

UBERCouple
On July 15, 2010, Conversations with American Heroes at the Watering Hole will feature a conversation with James Howard, USN, the author of UBERCouple.
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http://military-online.blogspot.com/2010/07/ubercouple.html
Author William Beck
On July 22, 2010, Conversations with American Heroes at the Watering Hole will feature a conversation with William Beck, USA, the Author of H.A.A.R.P.'s Fury, RED 7 and Caribbean Agenda.
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http://military-online.blogspot.com/2010/07/author-william-beck.html

The Strategy of Preparing for Promotion
In our first article we looked at five tactics for taking civil service multiple choice tests. These tips were classified as tactics because they were immediately deployable to the situation. Like field tactics, they are something you learn and then use when they apply. Studying for promotion is significantly different from actual testing. It calls for longer term planning, preparation and implementation. In this article we will look at five test preparation strategies.
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http://www.police-writers.com/preparing_for_promotion.html

Author William Beck

On July 22, 2010, Conversations with American Heroes at the Watering Hole will feature a conversation with William Beck, USA, the Author of H.A.A.R.P.'s Fury, RED 7 and Caribbean Agenda.

Program Date: July 22, 2010
Program Time: 1700 hours Pacific
Topic: Author William Beck
Listen Live:
http://www.blogtalkradio.com/lawenforcement/2010/07/23/author-william-beck
About the Guest
William Beck, USA “was born in Jefferson, Ohio near the shores of Lake Erie. After completing college he volunteered for service in the U.S. Army during the later years of the Vietnam War. William Beck’s “is a PADI certified scuba diver and underwater photographer. Beck is also an accomplished practitioner of the martial arts in Go Ju style karate and holds the rank of Sho Dan. Pistol marksman is another talent Beck possess and enjoys occupying his time with. Beck’s father was a master baker, and Beck acquired much of his culinary skills observing his parents practicing their talents as he was growing up. The latest aspiration for William Beck is studying to be a pilot. It has been a desire of his for many years and he looks forward to receiving his ‘wings.’ Beck enjoys spending his time between Florida and New England with family and friends when he is not in the Nashville, Tennessee area writing.” William Beck is the author of H.A.A.R.P.'s Fury, RED 7 and Caribbean Agenda.

About the Watering Hole
The Watering Hole is Police slang for a location cops go off-duty to blow off steam and talk about work and life. American Heroes Radio brings you to the watering hole, where it is Sometimes funny; sometimes serious; but, always interesting.

About the Host
Lieutenant Raymond E. Foster was a sworn member of the Los Angeles Police Department for 24 years. He retired in 2003 at the rank of Lieutenant. He holds a bachelor’s from the Union Institute and University in Criminal Justice Management and a Master’s Degree in Public Financial Management from California State University, Fullerton; and, has completed his doctoral course work. Raymond E. Foster has been a part-time lecturer at California State University, Fullerton and Fresno; and is currently a Criminal Justice Department chair, faculty advisor and lecturer with the Union Institute and University. He has experience teaching upper division courses in Law Enforcement, public policy, Public Safety Technology and leadership. Raymond is an experienced author who has published numerous articles in a wide range of venues including magazines such as Government Technology, Mobile Government, Airborne Law Enforcement Magazine, and Police One. He has appeared on the History Channel and radio programs in the United States and Europe as subject matter expert in technological applications in Law Enforcement.

Listen, call, join us at the Watering Hole:
http://www.blogtalkradio.com/lawenforcement/2010/07/23/author-william-beck
Archive:
http://www.americanheroesradio.com/william_beck.html

Program Contact Information
Lieutenant Raymond E. Foster, LAPD (ret.), MPA
editor@police-writers.com
909.599.7530

UBERCouple

On July 15, 2010, Conversations with American Heroes at the Watering Hole will feature a conversation with James Howard, USN, the author of UBERCouple.

Program Date: July 15, 2010
Program Time: 1700 hours Pacific
Topic: UBERCouple
Listen Live:
http://www.blogtalkradio.com/lawenforcement/2010/07/16/ubercouple
About the Guest
James Howard served in the United States Navy in the early 1960s. In addition to having been a sales professional for 30 years, he has been a draftsman, job developer and now and now an author of the booklet UBERCouple. James Howard said of UBERCouple, “Twenty years ago my new wife and I started fighting a bit too much. So to help smooth the relationship, I read a couple of excellent books on how to make your marriage happier and put what I read to work. It is now twenty plus years later, and my wife and I have an uber sort of life. I've never been happier. It was time to share. I've condensed the things that worked best into a booklet of seven brief, easy little things to creating a loving environment.”

About the Watering Hole
The Watering Hole is Police slang for a location cops go off-duty to blow off steam and talk about work and life. American Heroes Radio brings you to the watering hole, where it is Sometimes funny; sometimes serious; but, always interesting.

About the Host
Lieutenant Raymond E. Foster was a sworn member of the Los Angeles Police Department for 24 years. He retired in 2003 at the rank of Lieutenant. He holds a bachelor’s from the Union Institute and University in Criminal Justice Management and a Master’s Degree in Public Financial Management from California State University, Fullerton; and, has completed his doctoral course work. Raymond E. Foster has been a part-time lecturer at California State University, Fullerton and Fresno; and is currently a Criminal Justice Department chair, faculty advisor and lecturer with the Union Institute and University. He has experience teaching upper division courses in Law Enforcement, public policy, Public Safety Technology and leadership. Raymond is an experienced author who has published numerous articles in a wide range of venues including magazines such as Government Technology, Mobile Government, Airborne Law Enforcement Magazine, and Police One. He has appeared on the History Channel and radio programs in the United States and Europe as subject matter expert in technological applications in Law Enforcement.

Listen, call, join us at the Watering Hole:
http://www.blogtalkradio.com/lawenforcement/2010/07/16/ubercouple

Archive:
http://www.americanheroesradio.com/ubercouple.html

Program Contact Information
Lieutenant Raymond E. Foster, LAPD (ret.), MPA
editor@police-writers.com
909.599.7530

American Heroes Press Top Stories July 9, 2010

Army Casualties
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'Salty Dawgs' Donate to NMC's Fisher House
The Salty Dawgs motorcycle riding club rumbled into the Naval Medical Center Portsmouth (NMCP), Va., gate July 9 to donate more than $6,000 to the Portsmouth Fisher House.
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http://military-online.blogspot.com/2010/07/salty-dawgs-donate-to-nmcs-fisher-house.html

Air Guard Instructor Uses Marine Experience
Air Force Tech. Sgt. David Butler is a former Marine who's now serving here as an instructor with the Texas Air National Guard. "I absolutely love my job down here and the guys I work with," Their training includes mounted operations on armored vehicles, dismounted patrols, counterinsurgency operations, and sniper and countersniper operations.
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http://military-online.blogspot.com/2010/07/air-guard-instructor-uses-marine.html

Officials in Afghanistan Describe Recent Operations
Military officials have provided details on numerous recent operations in Afghanistan.
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http://terrorism-online.blogspot.com/2010/07/officials-in-afghanistan-describe.html

Navy Medical Research Tests Vaccine Against Bacteria-Caused Disease
The Naval Medical Research Center (NMRC) will soon begin a study to test a new vaccine that could help eliminate diseases that cripple armies, put travelers in sick beds and cause millions of child deaths in undeveloped countries.
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http://talk-technology.blogspot.com/2010/07/navy-medical-research-tests-vaccine.html

Air Force wounded warrior rides from coast to coast
A combat controller who last year was laying in a hospital fighting for his life is now riding his bicycle across America as part of his rehabilitation and to inspire other wounded warriors.
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http://military-online.blogspot.com/2010/07/air-force-wounded-warrior-rides-from.html

Airman rescues baby from fire
While off-duty and visiting a friend at a nearby fire department July 2, an Airman from here responded to a call of a dwelling fire with people trapped inside.
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http://military-online.blogspot.com/2010/07/airman-rescues-baby-from-fire.html

American Heroes Press Top Stories July 8, 2010

Army Casualties
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Army Casualty
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Army Casualty
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Thunder Lab teaches future Afghan pilots vital skills
The Afghan air force base in Kabul is home to the Thunder Lab, an English immersion program designed to improve the English, aviation and professional skills of Afghan air force officers awaiting pilot training.
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http://terrorism-online.blogspot.com/2010/07/thunder-lab-teaches-future-afghan.html

Hey Senior NCO! Did you get your ‘Easy Button’?
I heard it the first time when I received my line number to master sergeant: “Welcome to the senior noncommissioned officer tier, your judgment and discretion will be relied upon more now than ever before in your career.” That statement has rung true so many times since then but never as prevalent as at a previous assignment.
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What I've Learned ...
Last week, I passed my 25th Air Force anniversary. Another milestone of 2010 is that I turned 50 years old; I've spent exactly half my life in the Air Force. These five decades have taught me much and they have certainly given me perspective.
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Warrior Monks, Rock Stars and House Guests
General Stanley McChrystal’s reputation as a successful warfighter, creative tactician and superb leader is unsurpassed in today’s military, or at least it was.
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General's Son Pursues Same Path
The O'Connor family from northwestern Ohio prides itself on spirituality and hard work, while giving back to their community. Army Brig. Gen. John "Jack" O'Connor, commanding general of Army Materiel Command Southwest Asia and director of logistics for 3rd Army, grew up in a tight-knit family as the youngest of six children.
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American Heroes Press Top Stories July 7, 2010

Army Casualty
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Army Casualties
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Naval Special Warfare Sailors Rescue Nine From Overturned Tour Boat
Sailors from Special Boat Team 20 helped rescue nine people July 7 from an overturned tourist boat in the Delaware River.
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Don't Ask, Don't Tell' surveys hit servicemembers' inboxes
At noon July 7, Defense Department officials e-mailed surveys to 400,000 servicemembers as part of a special review to prepare the military for a potential repeal of the so-called "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" law that bans gays and lesbians from openly serving, Pentagon officials announced today.
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U.S. heroes: Backbone of independence -- accounts of four decorated war heroes
Independence Day was a day of celebration for all Airmen, civilians and family members here, which is ironic as the date marks 234 years since America declared its independence from England and engaged in war to secure that independence.
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Soldier Missing In Action from World War I Identified
On Sept. 16, 1918, as part of the 60th Infantry Regiment, 1st Brigade, 5th Infantry Division, Costello encountered heavy enemy artillery barrage and machine gun fire near Jaulny, France, in a wooded area known as Bois de Bonvaux.
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American Heroes Press Top Stories July 1, 2010

Army Casualty
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Army Casualty
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MCPON Sends 2010 Independence Day Message to the Fleet
Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON)(SS/SW) Rick D. West released the following Independence Day message to the fleet June 30:
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ICESCAPE: NASA and US Coast Guard Embark on Arctic Voyage
The U.S. Coast Guard Cutter HEALY, the United States’ most technologically advanced polar icebreaker, recently embarked on its latest scientific mission: ICESCAPE.
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Labor Department Awards $5 Million to Aid Homeless Veterans
The Labor Department is awarding more than $5 million in grants to help homeless female veterans and veterans with families find jobs and work toward a "bright future," the secretary of labor announced today.
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Civilians Presented GWOT Medals
Twenty-five civilians from Navy Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technology Division (NAVEODTECHDIV) received the Secretary of Defense Medal for the Global War on Terrorism (GWOT), June 25, for their direct support for counter-improvised explosive device efforts in Iraq and Afghanistan.
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INTO THE WAR THEATER
Special Agent Pat S. stood before the pre-deployment training class and spoke in great detail about our counterterrorism operations in Afghanistan. He wasn’t using notes because the material was fresh in his mind—it had been only 10 days since he returned from Kabul.
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Soldier Donates Marrow to Help Stranger
Two years ago, Army Pfc. Ted Bonham suppressed his self-described "horrible phobia of needles" and participated in a routine blood drive with his reserve unit in Knoxville, Tenn.
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