Operation Ward 57

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  • Wahington DC, Washington DC, US
  • Last Login: 10/28/2009

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    Musicians, wear the Ward 57 T-shirt on tour or in your next video. Please contact us! FALL FROM GRACE WINS $1 MILLION CONTRACT! FALL FROM GRACE WORE THE SHIRT ON FUSE TV DURING THE BODOG MUSIC BATTLE OF THE BANDS FINALE SHOW! THANKS TO HED PE, KOTTONMOUTH KINGS AND ALL SUBURBAN NOIZE RECORDING ARTISTS AND THE LABEL FOR YOUR SUPPORT! THANKS TO RED LIGHT MANAGEMENT, RODNEY ATKINS, COLLECTIVE SOUL, ALICE AND CHAINS,& THE ROGUES FOR YOUR SUPPORT OF OUR WOUNDED SOLDIERS.

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    Rock band CINDER ROAD performs at Walter Reed

    By Kris Osborn - Staff writer Posted : Friday Dec 21, 2007 18:06:09 EST

    Melodic vocals and acoustic guitar chords reverberated Dec. 21 through the halls on Ward 57 at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington, D.C., bringing holiday rock music to wounded soldiers recovering from life-threatening injuries suffered in Iraq and Afghanistan.

    Up-and-coming rock band Cinder Road, who toured earlier this year with Daughtry, volunteered to lift injured soldiers’ spirits by playing a free concert on Ward 57 and Ward 58 at Walter Reed, where numerous amputee and shock-blast victims are recuperating from the perils of war.

    .. “We want to thank soldiers for their sacrifice,” said Cinder Road vocalist Mike Ruocco, who added that the band was happy to play the show before they head overseas to play a number of shows with the Armed Forces Entertainment network. Cinder Road will tour with ‘80s style rock sensation Tesla starting in February 2008.

    Cinder Road members said they were moved by the experience.

    “It was an eye-opening experience for us. We have done many military tours in the past, but we have never played for soldiers who were injured at war. For us to see the effects of battle is awakening. Many of these soldiers have families, so for us to be able to bring some semblance of comfort into their day is the most we can ask for,” Ruocco said.

    Put on by OPERATION WARD 57, a national effort to bring support and attention to amputee victims of war, the small concert for soldiers and their families brought the power of rock to battle-weary soldiers. “Live music can help them heal. There is nothing more powerful and visceral,” said Deborah Semer, the group’s founder.

    “It was great acoustics. The sounds traveled all the way down the halls to all the patients,” said Army Staff Sgt. Mike Selleh, a Ward 57 patient suffering traumatic brain injury from blows to the head, neck and shoulder.

    “They love this [the rock band],” Army 1st Lt. Jillian Murphy, a combat nurse on Ward 57, said. “They enjoy the support from people. That is what we did not have during Vietnam. The soldiers identify more with rock stars,” said Murphy.

    Murphy said Ward 57 sees a lot of amputees because soldiers’ body armor does a good job of protecting vital organs when improvised explosive devices detonate, but leaves the limbs vulnerable.Also, shock-blast injuries resulting from explosions are causing a large number of TBI victims at the hospital, Murphy said.

    “A lot of these guys have at least mild traumatic brain injury,” said Murphy.

    Selleh, who spends his time looking for fellow soldiers suffering from symptoms known to TBI, said it may take more than five years for him to fully recover.

    “On bad days I can’t focus and concentrate,” said Selleh.

    The music makes a big difference, he said.

    “We are trying to find new direction with the changes in our lives,” said Selleh.
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www.operationward57.org

Walter Reed Army Medical Center (WRAMC) in Washington DC is the Army's flagship hospital and first base for America's returning wounded warriors fresh from the Iraq battlefield.

Ward 57, is known as "the amputee ward" where most have lost one or more limbs along with other disfiguring and internal injuries. Their painful sacrifice is the new battle they fight.

"Operation Ward 57" is a way for individuals, companies and organizations to show their support and help provide items and activities for the Ward.

The program is run through pro-football player Kerry Carter's THINK BIG FOUNDATION, a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization, Tax ID: 20-196-2446, in partnership with Atmosphere Artist Management LLC.

www.operationward57.org

"Of all of the debts owed to the men and women who serve in our military, and to their families, none is more important than to ensure that those wounded in battle are treated immediately, and for as long as is required, with all of the medical skill, compassion, and effectiveness that can be brought to bear,” Nancy Pelosi said. “It is clear that improvements are necessary to make certain that our national obligation is met."

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  • Oct 28 2009 7:50 PM

    Thanks for the add! The big announcement:

    The new True Margrit CD - The Juggler's Progress - is now available for pre-order, along with t-shirts and artwork, photo and drumheads, check it out here: http://bit.ly/7Cu8J

    Next shows:
    October 26, Charlie's Bar and Grill in Olympia, WA
    October 27, The Swiss, Tacoma, WA
    October 28, Jazzbones in Tacoma, WA
    October 30, Mississippi Pizza in Portland, OR
    October 31, Nana's Irish Grill and Pub in Newport, OR
    November 1, Muddy's Hot Cup in Arcata, CA

    Our tour wraps up with the big show at San Francisco's best rock club, Bottom of the Hill! For the complete show schedule, check here: http://bit.ly/1UgGqQ
  • Oct 28 2009 7:49 PM

    Thanks for the request
    God Bless
  • Oct 21 2009 10:07 PM

    Thanks for the kind words! And peace & love to my nephew Pvt. Collins whose doing his part in Iraq right now! May he return home safe!
  • Oct 21 2009 10:07 PM

    Your request is appreciated!
    USAfamilies.net© Support
  • Oct 21 2009 3:51 AM

    I'm honored .. and thank all of you for doing all that you can to help our wounded.
    They won't ever be forgotten or ignored, we will all strive together to make sure
    they get all they need for as long as they need it.

    Because of ones like you that is happening...
  • Oct 21 2009 2:07 AM

    Quit Tobacco—Make Everyone Proud announces a new level of support for U.S. military personnel who are ready to quit tobacco.

    Our new SMS campaign will send regular text messages of support to service members wanting to quit. Sign up by texting UCANMY to 35350 or visit http://www.ucanquit2.org/quittips/default.aspx


  • Oct 6 2009 7:23 PM


    Thanks for the add. Come visit me on the web.
    Big Bones Big Heads
    http://www.blackriverbullmastiffs.com
  • Oct 6 2009 7:23 PM

    Welcome to WWII Memorial Site
  • Oct 6 2009 7:22 PM

    Thanks for your support and keep your mind flowing!
  • Oct 6 2009 7:22 PM

    “IN LOVING MEMORY OF DANA K. ROYAL”

    SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17TH, 2009
    REGISTRATION STARTS AT 11:00 A.M
    WHERE: M &M LEATHER AND CUSTOM CYCLE, BRAGG BLVD
    1ST BIKE OUT AT 12:00 P.M


    $10.00 FOR SINGLE RIDERS
    $15.00 FOR DOUBLE RIDERS

    PROCEEDS GO TO DANA’S 4 YEAR OLD SON, KALEB ROYAL. FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT CANDICE OR TRINA AT 910-497-9300
  • Aug 31 2009 4:24 AM

    Thanks for the friendship. And if you or anyone you know in the U.S. Military is ready to quit tobacco, we can help. The mission of Quit Tobacco—Make Everyone Proud is to help U.S. service members quit tobacco—for themselves and for the people they love. Join us on MySpace and visit us at http://www.ucanquit2.org.
  • Jun 18 2009 5:08 PM

    Sunday 28 June - Ride & BBQ for the Veterans at American Lake Veterans Hospital
    Ride starts at Destination Harely Davidson - Tacoma
    2302 Pacific Hwy E Tacoma, WA
    9am - 10am Registration
    $15.00 per bike + $5.00 second rider - Includes a complimentray BBQ at the American Lake Veterans Hospital in Lakewood WA
    Contact: Aaron @ 360-731-9940 or wbvmcsnafu@gmail.com
    website: www.wbvmcwas.com

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    Saturday 11 July - 3rd Annual Ride And Rally For A Cure
    3rd Annual Ride And Rally For A Cure.
    Join us on Saturday July 11th, 2009 as we Ride And Rally For A Cure. This is a Bike and Car Poker Run with proceeds going to the American Cancer Society, Alzheimer's Association, Pancreatic Cancer Action Network and the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. You choose with charity you want to ride for.
    Sponsored by and starting at Rottweiler Bikes Custom Cycles, 282 Wilkes Ave, Bremerton Wa 98312. Registration is from 8:00am to 9:30pm. Last bikes out at 10:00am. $15.00 per Poker Hand Player (no fee for ride along passengers)
    Ending at JR's Hideaway Grill, 22540 SR-3 Belfair WA 98528. All ages and open to all groups and clubs. www.rideandrallyforacure.webs.com
    email: rideandrallyforacure@gmail.com
    Call: 360-271-7814

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    Sunday 19 July - FORGOTTEN VETERANS RUN.
    Benefits Retsil & American Lake Domiciliary Vet Residents.
    Host: Warrior Brotherhood VMC. www.wbvmcwas.com
    Sign-in at 9:30.
    $15 includes a free BBQ,
    band www.slightly-bent.com
    50/50
    Starts Olympic Village parking lot, Gig Harbor
    http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&q=5500+Olympic+Dr+NW,+Gig+Harbor,+Pierce,+Washington+98335&sll=47.31241,-122.568798&sspn=0.02834,0.065918&ie=UTF8&cd=2&geocode=FSvV0QIdAaWx-A&split=0&ll=47.307536,-122.576137&spn=0.007086,0.016479&z=16&iwloc=A
    Wheels out at 10:45
    Ends Legend Harley-Davidson, 9625 Provost Rd NW, Silverdale, WA.
    Contact: 'Wings' jrtpi@juno.com


  • May 30 2009 8:18 AM




    I know most Honor Our Fallen on the last Monday in May... but in our home May 30th was the day in which we Honored them. My dad was a WWII Veteran... and just because those in Congress took it upon themselves to change the date to make Memorial Day into a three-day weekend... made know difference to my dad. They could change it to whatever they wanted... but for him... Memorial Day would always be May 30th. And in being his daughter and being like-minded as him in so many ways... and in having this day always be the day in which we Honored Our Fallen. I have continued to do so even though he has been gone longer than my heart and mind wishes to dwell. He lays beside my brother... both receiving flowers on the 30th of May in Honor of their service.


    To the men and women who gave their all... who believed in something greater than self... and sacrificed so others may be free... to live free... and all that entails. I Honor you this day and remember all that is great in the country in which I live because you made it possible for me to live it.


    Never Forgotten... Ever Honored...


    Marine Mom
    Anela
  • May 30 2009 12:05 PM

    Thank you so much for adding me as your friend. It is an honor to know you. Have a wonderful day and God Bless.
  • May 30 2009 2:36 PM

    THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR ADDING OUR PAGE.

    PLEASE LET US KNOW IF YOU HAVE ANY PICTURES OR VIDEOS OF FALLEN, FIGHTING OR SURVIVING SOLDIERS THAT YOU WOULD LIKE TO SUBMIT TO OUR PROJECT.

    ALSO, PLEASE CHECK OUT OUR EVER GROWING PHOTO ALBUM AND SHOW RESPECT TO THOSE PICTURED BY LEAVING THEM A COMMENT.
    BE SURE TO TAKE A LISTEN TO THE SONG, "FORGOTTEN SOLDIERS" BY CHOPP DEVIZE, (WHICH WE ARE USING FOR THE MUSIC VIDEO) AND LET US KNOW WHAT YOU THINK ABOUT IT.

    THANKS AGAIN FOR THE SUPPORT
  • May 24 2009 11:48 PM

    God bless all of you. Thank you for your service...Most respectfully, Carol.
  • May 2 2009 3:50 PM

    I hope all is going well with you, God Bless you and all you do for support! Take care and Be Careful! Have a Great Weekend
  • May 2 2009 8:09 PM

    I am always so proud to wear my T-shirts, it's good to know people are standing up and taking care of our fallen. I would love to see some hooded sweatshirts come out soon! Keep up the good work
  • May 2 2009 11:45 PM

    I am looking for a band that is willing to play on Sunday 28 June 2009 at the American Lake Veterans Hospital in Lakewood WA during a BBQ.
    Preference is Classic Rock...
    Your audience would be the 200+ Veterans that are residing at the Hospital (plus their families ) and about 100 or so motorcycle riders that will be doing a ride to support the Homeless Transition Program out there...
    You would play from Noon to approx 4:00pm.
    This would be a volunteer gig. However we will reimburse for fuel and tolls. As well as feed you with Dogs and Burgers...
    Contact me at 360-271-7814 for more details or reply to this post...
    Please forward to your friends...
    Thanks!
    Dave
  • Apr 23 2009 5:30 AM

    Thank you for wonderful work you are doing for our wounded warriors...SA Carol
  • Apr 21 2009 9:09 PM

  • Apr 7 2009 10:34 AM

    This birthday message is posted on behalf of all who join the site, as a TY from the brave for ur support or a TY from those who have shown their support for U being(or have been) one of those who keep us safe & last but in no way least if you made the ultimate sacrifice then this is a TY for that selfless act that caused u to give up all future b'days
  • Apr 8 2009 4:57 AM

    I HOPE YOUR BIRTHDAY WAS AS GREAT AS YOU HOPED FOR
    STAY SAFE LOVE ASHLEY
  • Apr 8 2009 5:28 AM

    Stopping by to say Happy Birthday!
  • Apr 6 2009 4:50 AM

    Happy Birthday from the SHiLOH guys!!

    we tend to take a month for b-day celebrations, so get down with your bad self!