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Military Stuff

Dan Antion
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Welcome to Thursday Doors! This is a weekly challenge for people who love doors and architecture to come together to admire and share their favorite door photos, drawings, or other images or stories from around the world. If you’d like to join us, simply create your own Thursday Doors post each (or any) week and then share a link to your post in the comments below, anytime between 12:01 am Thursday morning and Saturday noon (North American eastern time). If you like, you can add our badge to your post.

Ships burning on Battleship Row at Pearl Harbor.
The launching of LST 42 on August 17, 1943. The ship would take part in the Battle of Iwo Jima. Photo courtesy Heinz History Center
Photo of the battleship Arizona breaking up.

I know a lot of people don’t appreciate weapons, whether they have doors or not. I understand, but with Thursday Doors falling on December 7th (Pearl Harbor Day in the U.S.) for the first time in a long time, I decided to dig up some military doors from the archive. At least GP Cox will appreciate them. I think the captions will be enough of an explanation. That’s good because it gives me a chance to remind you of the upcoming schedule and add a little more news:

  • December 14th – I would encourage participants to share some of their favorite photos from 2023 or share holiday doors, or a little of each.
  • December 21st – No Thursday Doors
  • December 28th – No Thursday Doors
  • January 4th – No Thursday Doors

I know, a 3-week break. That’s a first, but when you consider that in most weeks, more door’s posts are visited from the Sunday Recap than my Thursday post, I think it makes sense to skip the two weeks where the Recap would fall on a holiday-eve. I also like the idea of (me) being able to have two weeks off but still have time to stage the 2024 Thursday Doors Badge Contest and to give people who want to participate a chance to do so after the holidays.

The Badge Contest will be open for entries until very late on Wednesday, January 3rd. This will allow me to explain in a post on Thursday the 4th where and how TD participants can vote for their favorite badge. I will have more information about the badge contest next week. I don’t think anything will change from last year (those rules can be found here). The new badge will be announced when Thursday Doors resumes on January 11th.

Back door(s) of the C-5 Galaxy
Hangar No.9 includes a little door for a plane’s tail.
Doors covering the landing gear of the C-5.
C-5 Galaxy – front door.
KC-135 aerial refueling plane making a pass with the fueling boom extended.
C-5 Maintenance hangar doors.
That’s the weather station on our garage at the bottom. That’s a C-130 cargo plane up above. That plane returned a few minutes later due to smoke in the cockpit. It was the 2nd C-130 that had to return to base this week. The other one was having engine trouble.
Tiny doors and tiny hinges inside a C-5 Gallaxy
I think everything goes in through the bomb-bay doors.
B-29
Skycrane – these used to fly over our house. Without the cargo, they look like a giant bug.
I think she’s wondering if it’s iPod Ready. From an Open Cockpit Day
Restoration Hangar
A gift from a good friend in England
The Chinooks are based at an Army Air Transport base at the airport in town.
Munroe house – witness to the battle

126 responses to “Military Stuff”

  1. Doors (of considerable size) – bushboys world Avatar
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  2. bushboy Avatar
    bushboy

    I like rummaging around big planes. Love the mix of photos
    There’s a air museum near here with an Orion that you can get in but they won’t let you in the F111 😂

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      Dan Antion

      We have an air museum in our town. Nothing has changed in a few years, but I still enjoy visiting.. Ours has an Open Cockpit Day two or three times a year, but it’s for kids.

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    Anonymous

    That’s an interesting post Dan. And it is good to have a few weeks break for you as well as for us. A great time to recharge.

    https://wanderingteresa.com/discovering-more-doors-in-montmartre/

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      Dan Antion

      Thanks Teresa. WordPress is still trying to hide you, but the link gives it away. I loved your doors today, I wasn’t able to choose a favorite. I think you’re right about recharging. I do think we need that.

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  6. pathbreakingwriter Avatar
    pathbreakingwriter

    Great images. I love visiting these military museums and places where I get to see these equipment and ammo and all that. However, more than that I look for stories of war heroes especially those related to strategy, tactics, and unparalleled bravery. Here is my Thursday Doors post and I hope there are many more to come. I haven’t deleted your old comment on it. https://travelindiadestinations.com/saint-thomas-cathedral-mumbai/

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      I’m glad yu enjoyed this post, Sharukh, and welcome to Thursday Doors. I added a new comment to my previous one. You always have such wonderful photos from your country.

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        pathbreakingwriter

        Thank you for commenting Dan. You’ve been a great inspiration for me. I took a break from writing because I was trying YouTube. However, I realized that speaking on camera is far more difficult for me than writing a blog. I’m better off behind the camera or laptop.

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          Dan Antion

          Your videos are very good, Sharukh. I think you have a bit os salesman in you.

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  7. Twice – Haiku 2023 #ThursdayDoors – Suzette B's Blog Avatar
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  10. Sofia Alves Avatar
    Sofia Alves

    Great photos, Dan.
    Here is mine:

    Thrusday Doors – Kirkcudbright

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      Thanks Sofia – you share a couple very handsome entrances.

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  12. I. J. Khanewala Avatar
    I. J. Khanewala

    Good to have a three week blogging vacation.

    But, before that I have https://anotherglobaleater.wordpress.com/2023/12/07/bhaktapurs-taleju-temple/

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      I hope you enjoy the time off. I will put up a placeholder post each week, for the folks that can’t go a week without a door, but I won’t be posting any. One more week (next) if you choose to share some favorites – that has always been meant to make it an easy week, but sometimes, choosing a favorite is harder.

      I enjoyed your post today.

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  13. Sherry Felix Avatar
    Sherry Felix

    Nice one. My dad was at Pearl Harbor on the Phoenix.

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      Dan Antion

      Wow! That had to be a surreal experience. My father was in the Army on New Guinea. The Phoenix was supporting them with naval bombardment prior to the landings.

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  14. Suzette Benjamin Avatar
    Suzette Benjamin

    Thank you, Dan, for the great photos! Next to trains, airplanes are a close second! Love the photo you captured of the refueling plane…how cool is that?!!
    Thank you for the break, and I hope it gives you a repite as well. Much appreciated!!!

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      Thanks Suzette. I will be here next week with some holiday doors, but I am looking forward to the break. The refueling run was captured at an air show about 30 miles north of us. They bring them down the flight line low and slow.

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      1. Suzette Benjamin Avatar
        Suzette Benjamin

        Holiday doors sound so fun!
        Wow, I can imagine the roar and thunder of that refueling plane flying low. It’s just awesome. It has been a while, but I enjoy airshows. Thanks for the great photos and for honoring this historic day.

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  15. Judy@NewEnglandGardenAndThread Avatar
    Judy@NewEnglandGardenAndThread

    Good post on this day reminding us not only of doors and machines but the people who filled them and served our country. 🇺🇸

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      Dan Antion

      I’m glad you like this one, Judy. I hope you have a great weekend.

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  16. 7 December: A Thursday Door – It's Still Life Avatar
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  18. Oddment Avatar
    Oddment

    These photos of Pearl Harbor and Munroe House are sobering. Pearl Harbor was a horror — with more horrors to come. I reflect on it in terms of my parents and their friends, all starting out in married life with dreams and plans, and suddenly life is bloody and uncertain. And infamy still happens. As for this upcoming Doors break, I congratulate you on taking a break even though I will miss the doors.

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      Dan Antion

      I included the Pearl Harbor photos for those who might not be familiar, and for those who are. We grouse about the upset from the pandemic, but that was trivial to what people went through during WWII. My parents started out after the war was over, but their lives had already been shaped by the Depression and the war.

      Hopefully, I’ll be out gathering door photos to restock the inventory for 2024.

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  19. Rivergirl Avatar
    Rivergirl

    Those C-5’s are massive aircraft. You can’t really appreciate that until you get up close and personal with one.
    😉

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      One year that we went to that airshow, they had a Peter Pan Bus Lines tour bus inside – it looked like a toy. They said there was room for nine! They fly over here on their way to Westover, and they often cast a shadow on the ground.

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  20. GP Avatar
    GP

    You were right, Dan, I love the doors you put together today to honor 7 December! I also appreciate seeing so many there to view the C-5 Galaxy. I wish everyone would take the time to go to these exhibits. It gives a person a whole new perspective on what the military needs.

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      Dan Antion

      That air show always draws a huge crown, GP. The displays, on the ground and in the air are fascinating. When you see how much effort goes into keeping those planes capable of getting in the air and ferrying troops and equipment anywhere in the world, you can’t help but be impressed (and proud).

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      1. GP Avatar
        GP

        AMEN!

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  21. Ginger Salvatore Avatar
    Ginger Salvatore

    Perfect doors for today. My dad was drafted in 1943. He was in the Navy. The young guys on the ship called him “gramps”! Terrible time in our history, as are all wars. May we never forget those who sacrificed so much to keep us free.

    It always amazes me how these mammoth planes fly like they were light as a feather.

    And look at Faith in “pilot mode”!

    Enjoy your blogging break. You deserve some time off. Ginger

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      Dan Antion

      Thanks Ginger. I’ll be here one more week, with some doors from Old Sturbridge Village this weekend. Then it will be a little quite around here for a while.

      Drafted in 43 and called “gramps” – that must have been funny at times. He probably wasn’t much older than the other sailors. It was a terrible time in history, and an amazing generation who stepped up. I like to feature posts like this so we don’t forget.

      Watching the C-5 fly is incredible. It doesn’t seem like it should be able to get off the ground, let alone be so nimble. Here’s a video from the air show. Watch that big boy turn at the end – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i3jRlKniCxI

      I hope you have a nice rest of the week.

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        Ginger Salvatore

        Thanks for the video. That’s just amazing! Even when you see it clearly it’s hard to believe. Ginger

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          I was amazed that it didn’t fall when it made that turn.

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  22. Dale Avatar
    Dale

    Good theme for today and most interesting, Dan.

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      Dan Antion

      Thanks Dale. It seemed appropriate.

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    Anonymous

    Cool military doors. Especially the aircraft.

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      Dan Antion

      Thanks!

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  25. Frank @ Beach Walk Reflections Avatar
    Frank @ Beach Walk Reflections

    A fitting tribute for the day. Thanks for the reminder. …. and C-5s always amaze me.

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      Dan Antion

      Thanks Frank. They are amazing planes. here’s a link to one in flight at that airshow – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i3jRlKniCxI (it’s only 30 seconds).

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      1. Frank @ Beach Walk Reflections Avatar
        Frank @ Beach Walk Reflections

        Thanks for the video!

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          Dan Antion

          You’re welcome.

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  26. scooj Avatar
    scooj

    Hi Dan, your post is a thoroughly enjoyable take on doors, with plenty to look at in each image. It seems like a miracle that some of these aircraft could fly at all, when you see the cockpit dials and switches.

    Today I round off with some leftovers from Perugia in Italy, before returning closer to home for the New Year: https://scooj.org/2023/12/07/thursday-doors-7-december-2023-perugia-italy-leftovers/#Perugia#Umbria#Italy

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      Watching the C-5 take off and then make a low and slow pass along the flight line is absolutely amazing. It really doesn’t seem like it should be able to do that.

      Great doors and interesting architecture form Perugia. Thanks Steve.

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  27. circadianreflections Avatar
    circadianreflections

    We went to Pearl Harbor when we visited Oahu and man was it moving!

    Good doors today, Dan! Those big cargo planes would fly over house on their way back to Moffett Field. You hear them screaming and throttling down from miles away and I go out to see them and watch in awe and wonder how they stayed in the air as they’re HUGE!
    I’m also thankful for those that serve in them doing what they do for all of us.

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      Dan Antion

      Thanks Deborah. I haven’t been to Hawaii, but that would be destination Number 1 if I ever do go. The C-5s fly over us on their way home to Westover AFB, and I know that sound and I marvel as well. Also thankful for those who served and who serve today.

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  29. robertawrites235681907 Avatar
    robertawrites235681907

    Hi Dan, I am listening to a book about the bombing of Pearl Harbour. It is a part of the history of WW2 that I don’t know a lot about. The book is called To Wake the Giant by Jeff Shaara and his depictions of what happened at Pearl Harbour are really tragic and dreadful. Thank you for this wonderful post and tribute.

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      Dan Antion

      Thanks Robbie. That book is on my Christmas list. I like to remind people (inform some) of the history and the people we should never forget.

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  30. lois Avatar
    lois

    Amazing to me how those big planes even get off the ground. The Chinooks are my favorite. We have a great aviation museum on base in our town but, sadly, it has been closed so often lately due to bomb threats. I don’t understand people…

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      Dan Antion

      I left a link to a C-5 video in my reply to Ginger. Since you like the Chinooks, I leave this one for you – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Bnqhh6a-_U – They are stationed at an Army Reserve Air Base at BDL. These guys fly over our house every day, and there is no doubt what’s up there when they do. Sorry about the bomb threats. I’ll never understand people either. Thanks, too, for joining us today!

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        lois

        Oh, Dan–that is beautiful! I don’t know why, but those planes fascinate me. Thanks for this!
        Posting twice in one year–I’m on a roll! 😆

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  31. memadtwo Avatar
    memadtwo

    It’s so interesting the way airplane doors are designed to fit the curves of the plane. Thanks for reminding me about Pearl Harbor Day. Unfortunately those battles continue to be fought over and over again.

    Portholes (Thursday Doors)

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      Dan Antion

      As a species, we don’t seem to learn the ultimate useless nature of war. Everything on these planes is a precise fit. Everything has a purpose. It’s fascinating to see them, on the ground and in the air. We live 2 miles from BDL, which is home to an Air National Guard base, and Army repair depot and and Army Air base. We hear, see, and in the case of those big helicopters, feel them.

      Your post is very interesting, the doors and your poem.

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      1. memadtwo Avatar
        memadtwo

        We could use some of that efficiency in many other areas of our consumer lives!

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  32. Teagan Riordain Geneviene Avatar
    Teagan Riordain Geneviene

    Dan, I do love an unexpected take on the doors. This is awesome. I especially liked the big door under the plane.
    This time, I’m showing boathouse doors — and one “boat” with a couple of doors. All aboard.
    Hugs.

    #ThursdayDoors: Boathouses

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      Dan Antion

      I’m glad you liked these aviation doors, Teagan. I was certainly surprised to see one of yours under power across the lake. You have a nice collection of lake houses. I hope the help put ou in the right setting.

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      1. Teagan Riordain Geneviene Avatar
        Teagan Riordain Geneviene

        Yes, it did. This is one of the rare moments when I’m ahead by an episode. 😀

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  33. Roberta Writes – Thursday Doors and a book review #ThursdayDoors #bookreview #readingcommunity

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  34. robertawrites235681907 Avatar
    robertawrites235681907

    Hi Dan, here is my contribution for this week: https://roberta-writes.com/2023/12/07/roberta-writes-thursday-doors-and-a-book-review-thursdaydoors-bookreview-readingcommunity/

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      Dan Antion

      Thank you so much Robbie! I loved the doors and areas around the facility you visited, The videos of the animals are so fun. I’ve never seen a tortoise. And your review touched my heart – thank you!

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  36. John W. Howell Avatar
    John W. Howell

    Terrific photos, Dan. Amazing airplane and hangar shots. Thanks for sharing.

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      Dan Antion

      I’m glad you liked these. John. It seemed appropriate to share them today.

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  37. hilarymb Avatar
    hilarymb

    Hi Dan – for some reason just realised I ordered book 4 of your quartet – oh well … I’ll make a plan -it’s arrived! I remember when I was in Rhodes in the Med many decades a go, getting a chance to go on one of your huge aircraft carriers (even back then) … ginormous … as some of these doors or openings show here. Life changing Pearl Harbour Day … with thoughts – Hilary

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      Dan Antion

      Thank you, Hilary. I hope you enjoy that book. I’ve been on older (WWII era) aircraft carriers. I would love to tour one of the more modern ones. Pearl Harbor was a wake-up call for us. Of course the war had been raging in Europe.

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  38. Bruce@WOTC Avatar
    Bruce@WOTC

    Dan, I’ve never flown a plane but have always have been fascinated by all the dials in the cockpit. Looks like an awful lot to “juggle”…especially when severe weather is added to the mix…not to mention a firefight. A timely post today to be sure. Thanks for sharing these.

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      Dan Antion

      I agree, Bruce. It would be a lot to manage, even on the “less sophisticated” planes in use during WWII. I guess, in a firefight, you’d have to just assume those gauges and dials are where they need to be and concentrate on being where you need to be.

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  39. 100 Country Trek Avatar
    100 Country Trek

    Thanks for these images Dan .

    Thursday Doors- Military

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      Dan Antion

      I’m glad you liked them. Thanks for joining us.

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        100 Country Trek

        Dan thanks for sharing this idea. Anita

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  40. sustainabilitea Avatar
    sustainabilitea

    I like this, Dan, and whether or not you like war (who does?), we have to appreciate the military who keep us safe. We have an excellent museum, Arizona Commemorative Air Force Museum, https://www.azcaf.org/, nearby. It’s fascinating and full of the history of the Air Force. They have a LOT of planes. It’s one of those places where you need to go back many more times, as there’s too much to absorb in one visit. You’d love it.

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      Dan Antion

      Thanks Janet. I’m glad you like this post. It seemed appropriate. The museum we have nearby is small, but I’ve been back many times. I’m sure I’d love that one.

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    Thursday Abandoned Door #thursdaydoors – Thoughts Of An E'ville Woman

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  42. Author Jan Sikes Avatar
    Author Jan Sikes

    I have a deep appreciation for the military and all it entails. So often, they are overlooked. Great photos to share. Enjoy your blogging break. After next week I will be joining you.

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      Dan Antion

      Thanks Jan. I like to make sure we don’t forget, and if there are some who don’t know this history, to remind them that they should. I think we can all use a break – at least a slow down.

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  43. Liz Gauffreau Avatar
    Liz Gauffreau

    A fitting remembrance of Pearl Harbor Day.

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      Dan Antion

      Thanks Liz. It seemed appropriate.

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      1. Liz Gauffreau Avatar
        Liz Gauffreau

        You’re welcome, Dan.

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  44. quiall Avatar
    quiall

    In a perfect world they would be no need for a military. There would be no hate, no greed, no crime. But our military, and the military around the world, has paid for the freedoms we now enjoy. We must never forget that. Thank you for this post. My grandfather served in World War I at my father served in World War II. I wear the poppy with pride.

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      Dan Antion

      I’m glad you enjoyed and appreciate this, Pam. We owe so much to our parents and grandparents and others in their generations.

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  45. JT Twissel Avatar
    JT Twissel

    This day always reminds me of our visit to the Pearl Harbor Memorial – so many horrifying stories. Especially the Arizona. Enjoy your well deserved break.

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      Dan Antion

      Thanks Jan. The events of that day should never be forgotten. Nor should the effort that began that day.

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  46. screed64 Avatar
    screed64

    Great pics and there are some awesomely big doors. Mine for the week is https://dancingwithmagpies.wordpress.com/2023/12/08/thursday-doors-dec-8th-2023/
    Thanks Dan!

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      I love big mechanical doors. These doors are special, and I am proud to share them. 82 years ago, we were heading in your direction.

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        screed64

        You prompted me to look it up, Dan. The American forces landed at Hamilton Wharf in Brisbane 82 years ago on 22 December 1941. Gen Douglas MacArthur set up his HQ on the 8th floor of the AMP building here in Brisbane’s CBD in July 1942. The building is now called MacArthur chambers and houses the MacArthur museum, still on my list of places to visit. (He also commissioned the still popular B&L Ray Ban aviator style sunglass ).

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          Dan Antion

          Thanks. That’s pretty cool 😎

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    Coffee Messages – Katy Trail Creations

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  48. slfinnell Avatar
    slfinnell

    Appreciate the military homage! We’re fortunate to have Open House at our nearby airbase and the air shows are a huge draw. Good to see the interest isn’t it?!

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      Dan Antion

      It is good to see the interest, and it’s good that they have those events. They have a lot going on, and I’m sure the events take a lot of time.

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  49. Mitzy Bricker Avatar
    Mitzy Bricker

    Nice post, Dan, so sad to think over 1,000 men are buried with the Arizona…

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      Dan Antion

      Very sad, Mitzi. I hope we never forget them.

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      1. Mitzy Bricker Avatar
        Mitzy Bricker

        I suppose that is up to us.

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  50. Open the Door – JJJ Interactive Books Avatar
    Open the Door – JJJ Interactive Books

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  51. The Gingerbread Way – Natalie the Explorer

    […] post is my entry to Dan’s Thursday Doors photo challenge and Terri’s Sunday Stills December Red and Green colour […]

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  52. Natalie Avatar
    Natalie

    Dan, Great photos of planes and some huge doors. The size of the C5 plane and the hangar doors are impressive. I visited the Pearl Harbor Memorial when I was in Oahu; very sad to see so many lives lost. I also visited the North Atlantic Aviation Museum in Gander, Newfoundland – the town that took people in when many planes landed on 9/11. They have several planes on display outside and a section in the museum dedicated to 9/11 event.

    Here’s my entry for Thursday Doors this week: https://natalietheexplorer.home.blog/2023/12/08/the-gingerbread-way/

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      Dan Antion

      I remember you mentioning that visit in Gander, Natalie. Those people should also always be remembered. Thanks for sharing some holiday spirit with us this week!

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  53. dweezer19 Avatar
    dweezer19

    IPod Ready, huh? Lol. Ten years ago they’d be wondering if was bluetooth compatibleand twenty, well I’d be looking for a good cupholder. 😀I have photos of my Dad standing on deck of the USS Arizona from his Navy days spent in Hawaii. He served between the Korean conflict and Vietnam but his oldest brother served in the army during WW2. Most people wouldn’t believe the level of security back then compared to today. He could never divulge his unit’s location in written correspondence with back home, so he would write it in tiny print under the stamp. My grandma could then steam it off and know where her son was if news came of heavy fighting. Tough to imagine that was less than 100 years ago.

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      Dan Antion

      That’s amazing. Very clever system.

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  54. dweezer19 Avatar
    dweezer19

    PS He served under Patton.

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      Dan Antion

      😊

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  55. wrookieschu Avatar
    wrookieschu

    Munroe House is stunning and how amazing that people have the opportunity to hop on board the C-5 Galaxy. Fantastic! I’m looking forward to sharing a few festive doors next week Dan.

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      Dan Antion

      Thanks Wayne. I look forward to seeing those doors.

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  56. Thursday Doors 7/12/23: Rovinj 5 – An Embarrassment of Riches Avatar
    Thursday Doors 7/12/23: Rovinj 5 – An Embarrassment of Riches

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  57. Manja Maksimovič Avatar
    Manja Maksimovič

    I don’t like bombs and doors in the same sentence, and that first photo looks like the plane is feasting on the visitors, but as long as you had a good time. And thank you for the three-week doorliday! Enjoy your free time.

    I’m finishing my Rovinj series today and witness the birth of Headband Luka. The first child brings on superpowers, or so they say. I only had a dog. https://manjameximexcessive6.wordpress.com/2023/12/08/thursday-doors-7-12-23-rovinj-5/#Rovinj#Croatia#Luka

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      Dan Antion

      Thanks Manja. I know these doors aren’t always welcome, but I like to support the people who kept/keep us safe.

      You have some great doors, and some delightful sports news!

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  58. white doors « in primo piano – photos

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  59. marina Avatar
    marina

    Hangar doors are cool!
    my doors https://deoculomeo.wordpress.com/2023/12/08/white-doors/

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      Dan Antion

      They are so big, it’s amazing they can move.

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  60. Lins Doodles Avatar
    Lins Doodles

    I’ve been through quite a few airplane doors this last couple of weeks, eight different flights,
    https://linsartyblobs.blogspot.com/2023/12/friday-catch-up-08-12-2023.html

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      Dan Antion

      That’s a lot of flying in a short span. It looks like you had a great time. Welcome home.

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  61. Jennie Avatar
    Jennie

    Dan, thank you for dedicating this week’s doors to Pearl Harbor, and featuring appropriate and very cool doors. They are terrific. The Munroe house witnessed the battle? Wow.

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      Dan Antion

      You’re welcome,Jennie. The Munroe house is in your neighborhood. On the Green in Lexington.

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      1. Jennie Avatar
        Jennie

        Ah! I should have recognized the name.

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  62. Smitha V Avatar
    Smitha V

    Hi Dan, Loved the doors dedicated to Pearl Harbor. It brought it all to life and was a good way to remember those who lost their lives while keeping up the Thursday Doors challenge.

    Here’s mine for the week. Am glad for the three-week break. That should give me time to to catch up on checking out other posts.

    A whirlwind fortnight : Birthday, Death anniversary, Bangalore Lit-Fest and more

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      Thanks Smitha. I like to honor service men and women when possible.

      You had a great post, Smitha. You certainly have been busy.

      The 3-week break starts on the 21st of December

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      1. Smitha V Avatar
        Smitha V

        Thanks, Dan. Yes, I have been busy and shall be until the end of this month. I’m not complaining as the girls are here with me and it’s nice.
        Ah..the break starts from the 21st. So, we have one more day of Thursday doors. Great!

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          Dan Antion

          One more, then we’ll see each other in 2024.

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  63. Thursday Doors | coronet66

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  64. white doors – IN PRIMO PIANO – a photo blog Avatar
    white doors – IN PRIMO PIANO – a photo blog

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