Hiroshima, the pictures they didn't want us to see : The Atomic Bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki killed about 250.000 people and became the most dreadful slaughter of civilians in modern history. However, for many years there was a curious gap in the photographic records. -us_05.html... [1] Folks; Below is a reminder and invite to join us at Offutt AFB for out annual Aug 6-9 vigil. Avove is a link and attached are some readings that can help you start thinking about why we vigil every Aug 6-9. peace frank cordaro --------------------------------- Invite to Annual Aug 6 to 9 Vigil at the gates of Offutt AFB The DM and Omaha CW Communities invite you to join us for our annual 3 1/2 day "shake and bake" vigil at the gates of Offutt Air Force Base, in Bellevue, NE. home of the Strategic Nuclear (StratCom) and the US Military Space Commands. Come stand, pray and do penance with us. Or come and sit, bring a blanket, or foldeable chair, water jugs, ice chest, umbrellas for the sun and rain and food to share. Just come for an hour or two and share your hope for peace as we commemorate the Anniversary of the USA atomic bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, Japan on Aug 6 and 9, 1945. Contemplate with us the work and mission of these god-awful Offutt Commands, the challenges they pose to all life on our planet and the demonic claim it holds on the soul and spirit of our nation. This year's vigil begins Monday Aug 6th at 8 a.m. the hour the USA dropped the first atomic bomb on Hiroshima, at the Kinney gate and main entrance of Offutt AFB. The vigil ends Thursday Aug 9th at 11 a.m., the hour the USA dropped the second atomic bomb on Nagasaki. The vigil will begin at 8 a.m. each day and last until 8 p.m. (12 hours) to Thursday Aug 9th. On Aug 9th the vigil concludes with a prayer circle and possible line crossing at 11 a.m. Over night hospitality is available at Holy Family Parish in Omaha (1715 Izard St) starting Sunday evening Aug 5th. The church only offers floor space. Bring your own bed roll and pillow. If you need a bed, you really need to contact us before hand to insure we find one for you. Everyone is welcome, especially those in the Omaha area! Come for an hour or for the whole three days. Contacts: Frank Cordaro, DMCW, Cell Ph (515) 490 2490 , E-mail frank.cordaro@gmail.com [2] Jerry Ebner, Omaha CW, Ph (402) 502 5887, E-mail omahacw@hotmail.com [3]