Mullen Blasts Iran for Interference in Iraq

by vcasny History Military News

Iran continues to be a stumbling block with the U.S. efforts in Iraq. The Chairman of the JCS’s, said, “The Iranian regime continues to violate Iraqi sovereignty by intervening in Iraqi social and political affairs, training and equipping militias to conduct attacks on Iraqi soil and thwarting efforts by the Iraqi people to pursue unfettered the economic growth, development and independence that geography and democracy have bestowed upon them,”.

See the link below for the full story:

Defense.gov News Article: Mullen Blasts Iran for Interference in Iraq.

More VCA July 4th celebration on youtube

by vcasny Artillery History Military News Military Photos New York Patriots Press Release VCA Veteran

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DA8RhmzB_v0]Every year, The Veteran Corp of Artillery of the State of New York, holds its’ Annual Salute to the Nation in Battery Park, NYC. The event begins with a march from Castle Clinton and a flag raising ceremony. The highlight of the event for spectators and tourists is the 50 gun salute, with each firing volley executing after each state is named. Be with us next year for the 4th. The VCA is a federally and state recognized military organization founded in 1790.

VCA in the news – State Veteran Corps Of Artillery Holds July 4th Demonstration – NY1.com

by vcasny Artillery History Military News New York VCA Veteran

The VCA held it’s “Annual Salute to the Nation” this July 4th, and Battery Park was filled with spectators from all over the world. They were not disappointed as the crowds watched a Change of Command ceremony, the Raising of the Colors, and of course the 50 gun salute with our 75mm Howitzers. A special thanks go to the Soldiers of the 258th Field Artillery based out of the Jamaica Armory in Queens, NY.

The 258th provided transportation and additional troops for the movement of the howitzers.

Here is short piece and video from New York’s own NY1 news channel.

State Veteran Corps Of Artillery Holds July 4th Demonstration – NY1.com.

4th Of July, 2011 – VCA Annual Artillery Salute to the Nation

by vcasny Artillery History Military News New York Press Release VCA Veteran

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4w9PLJvnUz4]
on 4 July, 2011 at 1100 Hours (11AM ET), a VCA Firing Battery will be at Battery Park in Manhattan to begin its’ annual firing of its’ 75mm Pack Howitzers. The event commemorates each of the 50 states entry into the Union. and begins at 1020 Hours with a Raising of the Colors at Castle Clinton, and a Change of Command Ceremony. Members of the public are invited. The included video from youtube that was posted several years ago by someone at the event.