Things have changed in America, and not for the better. We see hatred and division in the land as we become less and less a tolerant, God-fearing Judeo-Christian nation. We have turned away from God. Ronald Reagan understood the value of faith for indviduals and for the continued success of the country. "And let us ever be mindful of the faith and spiritual values that have made our Nation great and that alone can keep us great." John Mueller - Armored Column Please Share with Friends and … [Read more...]
U.S. Navy F-14’s Splash Two Libyan Su-22, Aug 19, 1981
Gulf of Sidra, Freedom of Navigation Exercise - By Dario Leone, Contributions by David Cenciotti Aug. 19 is an important date for the Tomcat community, because that day in 1981 US Navy F-14s were employed for the first time in an air to air combat. For better understanding the facts that led to the downing of two Gaddafi Su-22 Fitter we have to recall the political situation that increased the tension between USA and Libya. When in 1974 Colonel Gaddafi declared territory of the Libyan Arab … [Read more...]
USS Ronald Reagan CVN-76 “Peace Through Strength”
USS RONALD REAGAN (CVN-76) is a Nimitz-class nuclear-powered supercarrier in the service of the United States Navy. The ninth ship of her class,[2] she is named in honor of former President Ronald Reagan, President of the United States from 1981 to 1989. Upon her christening in 2001, she was the first ship to be named for a former president still living at the time. As of May 2012 the ship is operationally part of Carrier Strike Group Nine and administratively under the command of Commander, … [Read more...]
USS Ronald Reagan, USS Kitty Hawk, USS Abraham Lincoln – Valiant Shield 2006
US NAVY FLAT TOPS ON PARADE - Three (3) US Aircraft Carriers sail in formation at the start of Exercise Valiant Shield in 2006. … [Read more...]