Battle of Athen, TN in 1946

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Battle of Athen, TN in 1946

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I was completely unaware of this event that took place in Athens, TN. in 1946. I did not know an armed revolt by WWII veterans ever took place during our lifetime. A very sobering video to say the least.

Now the 2nd Amendment is a little clearer as to its true purpose.

Be sure to see the actual photos at the end showing the plaques describing the event.

http://voxvocispublicus.homestead.com/B ... thens.html
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Re: Battle of Athen, TN in 1946

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A lot of things have been discussed in this forum years ago that are more or less buried now, unless you know to look for them.

http://texaschlforum.com/viewtopic.php?f=83&t=18524" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

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I posted this story last march: http://texaschlforum.com/viewtopic.php?f=94&t=53942" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

.....shame on me for not using the search function back then! :mrgreen:

[youtube]http://youtube.com/watch?v=U5ut6yPrObw[/youtube]
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Jim & TAM: I have silently criticized others for making a post with searching first, then I did the same thing. It won't happen again! Regards, Dave
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In your defense, the search function leaves a lot to be desired.
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Shoot_First wrote:Jim & TAM: I have silently criticized others for making a post with searching first, then I did the same thing. It won't happen again! Regards, Dave
Dave, no problem. I've been busted more than once myself.
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