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Yahoo
27-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
World War II veteran among those honored at HHI Memorial Day ceremony
HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. (WSAV) – Monday, Hilton Head Island's annual ceremony drew dozens of veterans and hundreds of people who showed their respect for those who fought. 'We honor those today that gave the ultimate love. You can't give any more than they did.' USMC Colonel Kenneth Delmazo said from the podium. That was why this crowd came to the Hilton Head Veterans Memorial to honor those who fought and those who sacrificed for our country. 'They put their lives in danger,' Delmazo said. 'They left their families. They answered the nation's call when it was needed. Regardless of the politics of the day, it didn't matter. And here's what always gets me. And when I think about this, they did it for people they don't even know.' The 32nd annual event sponsored by the Navy League offered patriotic music and a special resolution offered by Mayor Alan Perry from the town to all veterans. That resolution was then given to the longest serving and surviving member of the military at today's ceremony, World War two veteran Gerald Hushour. Hushour is 97 years old and offered a very simple message on carrying on a long life. 'Exercise and don't get upset over political problems,' said a smiling Hushour. Among the veterans and citizens who came to the event, the entire Gleason family. More than a dozen people from four generations. They have come to the Island for vacation and come to this ceremony for 18 years in a row. They say it is the best way they can think of to honor their father and grandfather, a World War two veteran himself who first brought them to the annual event. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
24-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
American Victory Ship commemorates 80 years of service on Memorial Day weekend
The Brief The American Victory Ship is commemorating 80 years of service on Memorial Day this weekend. It officially launched out of California 80 years ago, and would go on to serve in World War II, Korea and Vietnam. The ship now serves the Tampa Bay community as a floating museum and training site. TAMPA - A historic ship is commemorating Memorial Day this weekend while also marking a historic milestone of its own. The backstory The American Victory Ship officially launched out of California 80 years ago on May 24, 1945. After being built in just 55 days, the vessel would go on to serve in World War II, Korea and Vietnam. Now she serves the Tampa Bay community as a floating museum and training site. To celebrate the anniversary, staff hosted historic World War two vehicles and reenactors, offered rare, guided engine room tours, and had local food trucks on site. READ: 2-time prisoner of war veteran inspires grandson to become physical therapist Bill Kuzmick, the President of the American Victory Ship & Museum Steering Committee, told FOX 13 every dollar that comes through the door goes back towards restoring and maintaining the now 80-year-old steamship. What they're saying "It really takes a lot of effort to paint, powder and everything it takes to keep the ship running, so it's important to continue to raise awareness for the ship and keep her running. She's part of American history," Kuzmick stressed. Admission for all guests is lowered to $8 all weekend. They will also open at 10 a.m. instead of 12 p.m. on Memorial Day, when they plan on having WWII veterans join them on board. What you can do The American Victory ship is always looking for more volunteers to help with tours year-round. You can learn more by visiting the American Victory Ship and Museum website. CLICK HERE:>>>Follow FOX 13 on YouTube The Source Information for this story was gathered by FOX 13's Regina Gonzalez. STAY CONNECTED WITH FOX 13 TAMPA: Download the FOX Local app for your smart TV Download FOX Local mobile app: Apple | Android Download the FOX 13 News app for breaking news alerts, latest headlines Download the SkyTower Radar app Sign up for FOX 13's daily newsletter
Epoch Times
23-05-2025
- Politics
- Epoch Times
Senior Officers Are Not the ‘Villain'
Commentary Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's plan to Critics of current flag officer numbers some times compare current rosters of admirals and generals to the much smaller number of such leaders The number of admirals and generals relative to the overall number of troops has been the operative question in flag officer limitations for decades rather than their overall numbers, which by the end of World War two were in the thousands of officers. Before 1980 the military services controlled officer promotions, and the Army and Navy employed quite different systems of officer management. The 1980 Defense Officer Personnel Management Act (DOPMA) mandated common officer management processes across the services, using an 'up or out' system that forced officers out of service earlier than in civilian careers. It also imposed some initial caps on numbers of flag officers which had risen over the Cold War, not so much in overall numbers, but instead relative to the overall number of people in uniform. ad hoc grade cap exemptions, many of which had occurred since DOPMA, with a While DOPMA may have capped the flag and general officer numbers, the The Related Stories 5/5/2025 5/5/2025 Flag officer reductions would undoubtedly figure in cuts that begin with examining the staffs that demand flag leadership. That said, it is unlikely that the ratio of enlisted people to generals and admirals will return to World War two levels so often referenced by those who think there are too many flag and general officers. The continued automation of war alone has reduced the number of enlisted service members, and that trend is likely to continue. Calls for flag officer reductions appeal to many constituencies, from defense budget hawks intent on cost reductions to some veteran groups who think current U.S. leaders are like the much-maligned ' From Views expressed in this article are opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of The Epoch Times.
Yahoo
09-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Goldman's Flood sees buy the dip returning with S&P 500 at 5,000
(Bloomberg) — The S&P 500 stock index (^GSPC) has dropped to a level where long-term investors are starting to buy the dip, according to Goldman Sachs Group Inc. partner John Flood. The US stock index is flirting with bear market levels after plunging nearly 19% since its February peak. The benchmark closed below the 5,000 level for the first time in nearly a year on Tuesday after the US administration implemented reciprocal tariffs on trading partners, boosting recession risk. 'From my conversations with longer-duration investors, it feels like they will start scale buying the S&P 500 at 5,000 and get more aggressive in the mid-4,000s,' Flood wrote in a note to clients on Tuesday. Flood said that looking back at the 12 recessions since World War two ended 80 years ago, the S&P 500's median price decline from the high mark is 24%. Given the US index topped out at 6,144 on Feb. 19 of this year, 'this gets you to S&P 500 around 4,600,' he added. Market losses are also piling pressure on President Donald Trump to moderate his stance regarding trade barriers, according to Ed Yardeni, the founder of Yardeni Research. 'The Stock and Bond Vigilantes are signaling that the Trump administration may be playing with liquid nitro,' Yardeni wrote in a note to clients. 'Something may be about to blow up in the capital markets as a result of the stress created by the administration's trade war. If so, then the S&P 500 will fall into a bear market for sure.' Yardeni said a silver lining might come from investor belief that the US Federal Reserve will step in to buoy markets if prices fall sharply. 'The 'Fed Put' will probably make a quick comeback,' yet markets might not recover unless the US administration moves to quickly negotiate trade deals, he said. Goldman's Flood reiterated that in the short-term liquidity in US futures order book is the poorest it's ever been compared with volume, which will heighten volatility. He warned against price spikes like the intraday surge seen on Tuesday until Trump steps off the gas pedal in his trade war. 'We will get sharp and temporary squeezes in this tape that should be used as selling opportunities until the market believes policy change from this administration is likely,' he said. By subscribing, you are agreeing to Yahoo's Terms and Privacy Policy More stories like this are available on ©2025 Bloomberg L.P. Sign in to access your portfolio
