Thursday, May 26, 2011

Friday Flash 55.....

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The assault on Fort Wagner in Charlston was brutal.
Seeing that the flag bearer of his regiment, The 54th
Massachusetts was gravely wounded, Private Carney
grabbed 'Old Glory' just as he was hit with the first musket
ball. Two more hit him as he carried the flag back to Union
lines, it NEVER touched the ground!!!



William Carney was promoted to sergeant, and after the
War became the 1st African American to receive The
Congressional Medal of Honor. He died in 1908.
This weekend we honor all brave souls that fought and died
to protect our freedom.
If you or anyone you know has written a Friday Flash 55
Please come tell The G-Man!!
I will visit, read, enjoy, comment.....Then BOOK!!!
So from the most grateful host from coast to coast...
Have a Kick Ass Week-End!!!
God Bless America...God Bless Freedom!
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52 comments:

  1. Brian MillerMay 26, 2011 at 8:01:00 PM EDT

    beautiful capture of a valiant moment in our history....apropo for the weekend...have a great memorial weekend...

    my 55

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  2. Brian MillerMay 26, 2011 at 8:02:00 PM EDT

    peaknuckle!

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  3. Monkey ManMay 26, 2011 at 8:05:00 PM EDT

    We can always count on the G-Man to put a Holiday weekend into perspective. Enjoy.

    HERE is my Free Falling 55.

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  4. hedgewitchMay 26, 2011 at 8:11:00 PM EDT

    An excellent post for Memorial Day, and a reminder that the tradition of service that keeps us free begins long ago and includes us all.

    I'm playin, though mine is not about the holiday:

    Tangle

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  5. ElaineMay 26, 2011 at 8:12:00 PM EDT

    Always happy to read about what brave African Americans have done!

    I stopped by to say
    Especially today
    If you come my way
    Then be sure to say
    A Happy Birthday...to me!

    Yes it's my birthday. No I am not 55!

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  6. Pheromone GirlMay 26, 2011 at 8:29:00 PM EDT

    War stories are my favorite. All that Passion, glory, pain and youth.

    I played.

    Stormy

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  7. MeMay 26, 2011 at 8:47:00 PM EDT

    Great story in tribute to a very important weekend - although not a holiday in Canada, I too will take a moment to think of the brave souls that have fought and died for me.

    I am in, more music...of course!

    Mine is here.

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  8. moondustwriterMay 26, 2011 at 8:50:00 PM EDT

    A brave man indeed. I love stories of the bravery of those young guys in any war.

    It's just a dream

    Happy memorial Day to all
    and thanks to out host for the weekly fun packed in 55!

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  9. Maude LynnMay 26, 2011 at 8:56:00 PM EDT

    A beautifully done 55!

    Have a great weekend, G-Man. I'll get my 55 up in the morning.

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  10. moondustwriterMay 26, 2011 at 9:03:00 PM EDT

    G thanks for sharing this story and also sharing with One Stop. People are putting tributes up all weekend about a person, war ( and loss) in general. Very touching posts.

    Memorial Day Tributes

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  11. AnonymousMay 26, 2011 at 9:11:00 PM EDT

    Kick ass story, G-man. Has the ring of truth.

    Mine is up

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  12. JannaMay 26, 2011 at 10:05:00 PM EDT

    I can almost see this being made into one of those "Schoolhouse Rock" things. :)

    Thanks for another Friday 55!
    Mine's here. :)

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  13. CloudiaMay 26, 2011 at 11:33:00 PM EDT

    *Sa-LUTE!*




    Aloha from Honolulu

    Comfort Spiral

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  14. TALONMay 26, 2011 at 11:34:00 PM EDT

    Hope everyone has a wonderful and safe Memorial Weekend and it's thanks to the brave souls like Sergeant Carney that it is even possible.

    Awesome 55, Galen!

    My 55: "Did too!"

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  15. ChristineMay 26, 2011 at 11:38:00 PM EDT

    I wish I knew how to leave a direct link to my post, what am I doing wrong? My 55 is all in fun today.

    http://aninklingofsorts.blogspot.com/2011/05/please-and-thank-you.html

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  16. Vinay Leo R.May 27, 2011 at 1:04:00 AM EDT

    Beautiful tale of bravery and patriotism :) Nice!

    Mine is here: The First Assignment

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  17. C.M. JacksonMay 27, 2011 at 1:35:00 AM EDT

    great post--have a wonderful weekend=c

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  18. OliviaMay 27, 2011 at 2:07:00 AM EDT

    A great tribute paid within your words! A brave man indeed.


    Uncelebrated Diva

    Wishing you a nice weekend xx

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  19. Belinda MunozMay 27, 2011 at 2:24:00 AM EDT

    A beautiful 55, G-Man, and perfect for the most humbling of holidays.

    Mine is here: http://thehalfwaypoint.net/2011/05/what-to-keep/

    Thank you for making Fridays that much more fun and have a lovely holiday.

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  20. anthonynorthMay 27, 2011 at 2:32:00 AM EDT

    A worthy post.

    You'll find mine here.

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  21. AkelamaluMay 27, 2011 at 3:29:00 AM EDT

    What a hero! :)

    Mine's up.

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  22. amfMay 27, 2011 at 3:31:00 AM EDT

    Very nice 55, G...and a history lesson for me, pretty good considering it is tickin toward 3! A wonderful tribute! I'm doing a tribute too but not nearly as noble as your historical piece. Have a fab weekend!

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  23. MorningAJMay 27, 2011 at 4:12:00 AM EDT

    Excellent memorial to a brave man.

    I'm up here.

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  24. PratibhaMay 27, 2011 at 4:44:00 AM EDT

    i so much like reading your true events based fiction .. makes it so much more impactful !

    My 55er here : Balloons

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  25. DaydreamerMay 27, 2011 at 7:59:00 AM EDT

    Thank you for this tribute.
    I added a small contribution towards your flash 55 here:
    http://daydreamertoo.com/2011/05/27/salute-to-the-brave

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  26. A Daft Scots LassMay 27, 2011 at 8:09:00 AM EDT

    have a great weekend too, G-Man!

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  27. AnonymousMay 27, 2011 at 8:16:00 AM EDT

    Perfect post in honor of those fallen soldiers and those still fighting for our freedom. Thank you for honoring all of them.

    I am, after a 12-month hiatus, (has it really been that long?) back. A somber 55 for sure, but I do tend to wear my heart on my blog.

    Friday Flash 55 ~ Doing Time

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  28. the walking manMay 27, 2011 at 9:05:00 AM EDT

    That sir was a piece of history I had never heard. thank you!

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  29. izzyMay 27, 2011 at 9:08:00 AM EDT

    Love the story Mr G! so true; valiant.
    Great reminder, freedom, honor and respect are priceless.

    http://izzy-conversing.blogspot.com/2011/05/flash-fiction-55-52711.html

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  30. UnknownMay 27, 2011 at 9:31:00 AM EDT

    A wonderful story to highlight the bravery of our men and women in uniform and of the purpose of this particular holiday!

    I participated and can be found HERE

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  31. PBJdreamerMay 27, 2011 at 9:44:00 AM EDT

    Incredible Story! Brave Soldier!!

    Here is mine:

    HERE

    Thank you Miss Penny!!mwhha!

    that is all

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  32. PBJdreamerMay 27, 2011 at 9:48:00 AM EDT

    My link does not work!!

    http://pbjdreamer.blogspot.com/2011/05/flass-55-my-boy.html

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  33. Shanae BranhamMay 27, 2011 at 11:04:00 AM EDT

    Hi G-man,
    I love your Memorial Day Tribute. Thank you for sharing this valiant soldier's story. Have a blessed Memorial day weekend.
    Cheers,
    Shanae

    Here my flash 55
    My Blog

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  34. limeMay 27, 2011 at 11:06:00 AM EDT

    what a wonderful tribute to this man for this holiday. thanks for giving us a specific glimpse of one who gave his all.

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  35. MargaretMay 27, 2011 at 11:57:00 AM EDT

    This is fascinating to me as I have stood on the tiny "island" of Fort Sumpter and imagined the devastation that occurred. There really wasn't much to protect anyone and not many places to run as these are tiny bits of land. The "islands" surrounding Fort Sumpter, as you know, had even less protection, I believe- I think the Fort Sumpter "crumpled" pretty quickly. I need to go find those photos and post them Monday! :)

    My 55

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  36. HelenMay 27, 2011 at 12:55:00 PM EDT

    Stellar 55!

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  37. PattiKenMay 27, 2011 at 1:32:00 PM EDT

    Nice tribute of a patriot from my home state, G-man.

    I'm in with Just Desserts? (Did you doubt?)

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  38. UnknownMay 27, 2011 at 1:36:00 PM EDT

    Have a great weekend everyone!

    I Live In Stars

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  39. MonaMay 27, 2011 at 3:20:00 PM EDT

    Friday again? can't believe it!!

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  40. Harry NicholsonMay 27, 2011 at 4:07:00 PM EDT

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  41. Harry NicholsonMay 27, 2011 at 4:12:00 PM EDT

    http://1513fusion.wordpress.com/blasket-red-sea-lost-ships-tsunami-st-hilda/nimbus-eglantine/

    That is the link - I've possibly done it wrong (it is my first visit) sorry . . .

    Eglantine
    is 55 words if you don't count the title.

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  42. Lulda CasadagaMay 27, 2011 at 4:46:00 PM EDT

    Thanks for the history lesson G.
    Enjoy your weekend...Oh, by the way I do have a "55" this week! :P

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  43. hopeMay 27, 2011 at 6:52:00 PM EDT

    Standing at attention to salute. Nicely told!

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  44. SerenaMay 27, 2011 at 7:20:00 PM EDT

    What a very nice Memorial Day tribute. Good job!

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  45. Linda Bob Grifins Korbetis HallMay 27, 2011 at 10:45:00 PM EDT

    A beautiful blow...
    I am sure those brave souls appreciate such a honor.

    fabulous 55.
    Thanks for sharing..

    here is

    my 55



    Trying to write a story, not a poem, yet still NEW hand ..

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  46. haiku love songsMay 28, 2011 at 3:15:00 AM EDT

    here's my 55 ~

    http://haikulovesongs.wordpress.com/2011/05/27/a-chocoholics-dream/

    please don't get upset when you see the "make art not war" badge/doohickie in my sidebar ~ if you scroll down two posts, you'll see that even though i wish there were no wars, i am 1000% behind all of the men and women in every branch of the service all over the world.

    have a great weekend. dani

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  47. MorningAJMay 28, 2011 at 4:48:00 AM EDT

    I have tagged you. There are six questions to answer. You can find them (and the answers I gave) on my blog. Hope you have fun doing them.

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  48. Average_Jo_leneMay 28, 2011 at 7:41:00 AM EDT

    Great post. Thanks for the history lesson.

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  49. gautami tripathyMay 28, 2011 at 1:10:00 PM EDT

    I am learning about your history...Thanks!

    I am late with mine:
    jingling chains

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  50. Other MaryMay 28, 2011 at 5:33:00 PM EDT

    This is a first for me...reading yours inspired me. I don't seem to know how to link this though.

    http://writinginthebachs.blogspot.com/2011/05/never-forget.html

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  51. Other MaryMay 29, 2011 at 9:43:00 AM EDT

    Hi G-Man, thanks for the visit. I will try again, and will try to be earlier, but I do tend to be ''fashionably late.' lol Also, I'm certainly not Ms. Knowitall, because I don't know how to link my blog here. Can you explain and then maybe delete this comment? Thanks, and thanks for the forum.

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  52. LolamouseMay 29, 2011 at 4:08:00 PM EDT

    Just discovered your site. My poem worked out to exactly 55 words! I'm late in posting, but hopefully not too much!
    http://lolamousedroppings.blogspot.com/2011/05/city.html

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