Tag: germany
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Prominent Republicans express concern over troop drawdown in Germany
President Donald Trump’s recent announcement that the United States will pull more than 5,000 troops out of Germany prompted a critique from Republicans who lead the powerful House and Senate Armed Services Committees. “Any significant change to the U.S. force posture in Europe warrants a deliberate review process and close coordination with Congress and our…
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Vince Bzdek: ‘The biggest undertaking by mankind in the history of the world’
Shortly after the D-Day invasion started 80 years ago this week, Supreme Commander Dwight D. Eisenhower — walking the Normandy beaches with his son 2nd Lt. John Eisenhower — said this: “If I didn’t have air supremacy, I wouldn’t be here.” That statement somewhat contradicts the single “Private Ryan” image most people hold in their heads of…
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Wine Guy: Germany’s refreshing, healthy rieslings
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save With all the attention given to healthier lifestyles and foods, it’s no surprise this also is a concern in the drinks world. The big news recently has been the popularity of hard seltzers and their lower alcohol levels. Now, wines low in alcohol, sugar and…
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Wine Guy: Germany’s refreshing, healthy rieslings
With all the attention given to healthier lifestyles and foods, it’s no surprise this also is a concern in the drinks world. The big news recently has been the popularity of hard seltzers and their lower alcohol levels. Now, wines low in alcohol, sugar and calories are emerging to present themselves as healthier alternatives for…
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A last ride for Colorado Springs WWII Buffalo Soldier John Nichols
Buffalo soldier John Nichols has taken his last ride. The 96-year-old Colorado Springs native was remembered during a celebration of life ceremony Sunday at the rebuilt 1830s fur trading post Fort Lupton, northeast of Denver. With Nichols’ passing, only two Buffalo Soldiers from World War II remain alive, according to Nina Amos, vice president of…
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WWII veteran seeks the Silver Star for valor
Before World War II veteran Armand Sedgeley crosses the finish line of life, he has one final mission: to receive the Silver Star his commanders put him up for after a harrowing bomber flight over Europe. At 99, and with a tired heart, Sedgeley lives at a Lakewood retirement community with 90-year-old friend turned hospice…
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Colorado Springs chefs share food traditions for lucky foods to eat on New Year’s Day
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save What a year this has been. It’s time to ring in 2021 with the wish for a return to normalcy around the world. With Christmas feasting behind us, our thoughts turn to what to eat on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. In many…
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Colorado Springs chefs share food traditions for lucky foods to eat on New Year’s Day
What a year this has been. It’s time to ring in 2021 with the wish for a return to normalcy around the world. With Christmas feasting behind us, our thoughts turn to what to eat on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. In many cultures, this is the time to eat food thought to…
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VIDEO: Wimberger’s Old World Bakery & Delicatessen
Wimberger’s Old World Bakery and Delicatessen has been serving German treats to the Colorado Springs community since 1970. (Video by Katie Klann)
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Last of the Greatest: These five Colorado vets survived WWII. Here are their stories.
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Marine veteran Arthur Whisennand, 91; Army veteran Franklin Moon, 97; Navy veteran Jim Swanson, 93; Army Air Corps veteran Earl Depner, 101; Marine veteran Ed Krekorian, 94. (Photos by Parker Seibold/The Gazette) There’s a timeless quality to World War II that…