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	Operation Yellow Ribbon - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Operation Yellow Ribbon is the name of the operation that Canada's Department of Transport, Transport Canada, created to handle the diversion of civilian airline flights following the September 11, 2001 attacks.
		During the operation, departing flights, with the exception of police, military, and humanitarian flights were canceled, marking the first time that Canada shut down its airspace.
		Public efforts to help those affected by Operation Yellow Ribbon led to positive remarks on the subject by people such as Chrétien and his wife, Aline; the United States ambassador to Canada, Paul Cellucci; Collenette; Governor General Adrienne Clarkson and her husband, John Ralston Saul; and in the provinces, premiers, and lieutenant governors.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Operation_Yellow_Ribbon (2125 words)

	Yellow ribbon - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Yellow ribbon flown in 1979 by Penne Laingen when her husband, US diplomat Bruce Laingen, was held captive during the Iran hostage crisis; among the first of the modern "yellow ribbons." Picture courtesy Library of Congress
		It was the central theme of the popular song "Tie a Yellow Ribbon 'Round the Old Oak Tree", performed by Tony Orlando and Dawn, as the sign a released convict requested from his wife or lover, to indicate that she still wanted him and that he would therefore be welcome to return home.
		During the Iran hostage crisis, the yellow ribbon was used a symbol of support for the hostages held at the U.S. embassy in Tehran.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Yellow_ribbon (1217 words)

	yellow ribbon magnet Resources & Information - yellow ribbon magnets
		The magnet personalized ribbon yellow words and meter were probably changed for cadence, as the magnet yellow ribbon to show pride in us military lines are typically sung in time to the steps of the march by the drill instructor and responded to by the troops.
		It was the central theme of the popular song "Tie a Yellow Round the Ole Oak Tree", performed by Tony Orlando and Dawn, as the sign a released convict requested from his wife or lover, to indicate that she still wanted him and that he would therefore magnet yellow ribbon be welcome to return home.
		He would be able to see it from the bus magnet ribbon troop yellow driving by their house, and would stay on the bus in the absence of the ribbon.
	www.bizhisto.com /Biz-Services-Wh---Z/yellow-ribbon-magnet.html (966 words)

	Operation Yellow Ribbon (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
		She used all of the yellow ribbon she had on hand, but the demand grew faster than her supply.
		Three trees in the Gokeys’ front yard on Scott Drive are encircled with yellow ribbons, and a red-white-and-blue poster of support hangs on the front door.
		Gokey said the local fabric store ran out of yellow ribbon, so she restocked at a hardware store and passed out streamers of ribbon to some neighbors for their trees.
	www.pressrepublican.com /Archive/2003/03_2003/033020032.htm (575 words)

	Operation Yellow Ribbon - Prayer Battalion
		The original Operation Yellow Ribbon was organized in 1991 during the first Gulf War to provide support for the men and women of the United States Armed Forces.
		In 2005 the new Operation Yellow Ribbon was formed as a Nevada nonprofit corporation with the same purpose.
		At Operation Yellow Ribbon, we believe that there is no more noble cause than that of showing SUPPORT TO OUR TROOPS by providing spiritual, emotional and monetary assistance to those who have given everything to protect America and it allies.
	www.operationyellowribbon.org (173 words)

	Association of the United States Army: MG William F. Dean Chapter - Operation Yellow Ribbon (Dublin/East Bay, Calif.) (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
		Sponsored by the MG William F. Dean Chapter, Operation Yellow Ribbon seeks to raise awareness of all the men and women who have served or are serving in the Armed Forces and to acknowledge them for all that they do for our country.
		The ultimate goal of Operation Yellow Ribbon is to have a new US postage stamp issued and put into circulation that would serve as a symbol of the pride, respect, and appreciation that all Americans should have for everyone who has served on their behalf.
		Operation Yellow Ribbon will eventually establish a nationwide program to offer financial assistance to military families in time of need, including scholarships or help in paying rent or to meet emergency expenses.
	www.ausa.org /webpub/DeptRegional.nsf/byid/CTON-6FQMLF (343 words)

	About Operation Yellow Ribbon
		The ultimate goal of Operation Yellow Ribbon is to have a new US postage stamp issued and put into circulation that would come to be recognized as a symbol of the pride, respect, and appreciation that all Americans should have for everyone who has served in their behalf.
		The issue is simple: We need to raise the level of consciousness of the American people for what our servicemen and women do for us, to remind them of their previous sacrifices for us, and to foster a long-lasting respect for all that they do.
		In partnership with the Armed Forces Foundation, Operation Yellow Ribbon's second goal will focus primarily on higher education by raising money to provide scholarships to our men and women in uniform.
	www.operationyellowribbon.us /oyrAbout.htm (286 words)

	Presco - Sponsor of the Team Everest 2003 Mt. Everest expedition.
		Spouses and family members of 5 U.S. Corps Soldiers deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom are so excited about their impending homecoming they decided to embark on a mission themselves: Operation Yellow Ribbon.
		Isaac said the yellow ribbons are a symbol of support, and more.
		Isaac said Operation Yellow Ribbon is just one of the many ways family members have tried to show Soldiers they care during a difficult period.
	www.presco.com /news/heidelberg.htm (448 words)

	John F. Kennedy International Airport - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		The airport is operated by the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, which manages the three other major airports in the New York metropolitan area, Newark Liberty International Airport, LaGuardia Airport and Teterboro Airport.
		The supersonic Concorde, operated by Air France and British Airways, provided scheduled trans-Atlantic supersonic service to JFK from 1977 until 2003, when the Concorde was retired by both carriers.
		New York City's yellow cabs, operated by the New York City Taxi and Limousine Commission, offer a flat rate service of $45 (as of 2006) from JFK airport to Manhattan, excluding tips and tolls.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/John_F._Kennedy_International_Airport (3585 words)

	Hilltop Times - Local residents show support of troops with ribbons, prayers
		The organization is hosting Operation Yellow Ribbon, an effort to create a one-mile long, 10-foot wide human yellow ribbon around the Utah State Capital Complex to express admiration, appreciation and support for the military.
		Today, the yellow ribbon is most often a symbol of the desire for the safe return of the nation’s troops.
		This song seems to be the beginning of the contemporary yellow ribbon tradition, according to the late Gerald E. Parsons, a folklorist for the Library of Congress.
	www.hilltoptimes.com /story.asp?edition=93&storyid=2516 (645 words)

	Project Yellow Ribbon :: Official Website (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
		In 1981, the yellow ribbon became a symbol of support and homecoming for the Americans that had been taken hostage in the Iran.
		With the advent of the war on terrorism, the yellow ribbon is being used more and more frequently to show support and the hope for a safe return of American troops deployed around the world.
		It is this use of the yellow ribbon as a symbol of support for our troops and the fervent hope for their safe return is why we've called our organization Project Yellow Ribbon.
	www.projectyellowribbon.org (184 words)

	Providence Homes, Inc.
		This community initiative is being presented in conjunction with the United Way of Northeast Florida and the Jacksonville Regional Chamber of Commerce to show support for the men and women of the military and their families in our community.
		Operation Yellow Ribbon supports the people of the military, whether engaged in combat or defending our homeland, whether protecting peaceful people or providing humanitarian aide around the world.
		Operation Yellow Ribbon integrates both the business community's services, as well as human service agency services into a single list.
	www.providencehomesinc.com /yellowribbon.htm (361 words)

	Yellow Ribbon Project
		The ribbons will then be attached to a treat bag filled with the two items requested most by our soldiers, hard candy and gum, and sent to US troops serving in Iraq.
		Ribbon" project is a great way for scout troops, educational classrooms and others to send a message of thanks to our troops.
		The biggest reward will be for the troops who get the ribbons and are reminded that there are people all over thinking of them and appreciating the sacrifices they make to make our world a better and safer place.
	www.operationiraqifriendship.org /YellowRibbonProject.htm (588 words)

	SCCC - Operation Yellow Ribbon - 2003
		I was directed by an individual in Norman Mineta’s office to contact a local group called Operation Yellow Ribbon.
		Operation Yellow Ribbon is requesting the support of our community in creating pictures, Valentines Day cards, and letters for men and women stationed overseas.
		Through this organization, Operation Yellow Ribbon, I will not only be able to help others serve those defending our freedom, but I will also be able to provide means by which other Boy Scouts can get involved and hopefully attain the rank of Eagle.
	www.sccc-scouting.org /sccc/main/yellow_ribbon.asp (993 words)

	WSAHSA - Operation Yellow Ribbon
		By tying yellow ribbons on the several trees that line Kauffman Avenue in Fairborn, Ohio throughout the beginning of May, WSAHSA wants to remind the community that the men and women of the military are still fighting in distant, dangerous lands.
		On May 6, 2004, it was brought to the attention of American Humanics members that a soldier stationed in Afghanistan saw (via www.wright.edu) that yellow ribbons had been tied on the trees lining Kauffman Avenue.
		Even a simple yellow ribbon hanging from a tree in your front yard can mean the world to a member of our military.
	www.wright.edu /studentorgs/humanics/operationyellowribbon.html (543 words)

	MyJaxChamber.com, Online Access to Jacksonville’s Business Community (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
		Operation Yellow Ribbon is a plan that formalizes what businesses and human service organizations can do to demonstrate support for our local military personnel and dependents.
		Operation Yellow Ribbon sends a positive and powerful message to our military community at a critical time that says we are here for you when you deploy, here for you when you return and here for you all of the time.
		You will receive an Operation Yellow Ribbon decal to display at your business and your offer will be listed online at www.uwnefl.org/yellowribbon.asp.
	www.myjaxchamber.com /featurestory/feature_jcoc_137.asp (399 words)

	Fort Drum Blizzard Online
		Residents of North Country communities, in partnership with Fort Drum leaders, have kicked off “Operation Yellow Ribbon” as a way to show support for local service members and their families during the extended deployment in support of the war on terrorism.
		The goal of Operation Yellow Ribbon is to encourage communities throughout the tri-county area to show support by decorating with yellow ribbons, flags, signs, and other patriotic themes.
		In addition to the display of yellow ribbons and the Operation Yellow Ribbon logo, the campaign will support the military community through a series of winter activities and special events.
	www.drum.army.mil /sites/postnews/blizzard/blizzard_archives/news.asp?id=6&issuedate=1-8-2004 (643 words)

	Archives: Story
		Yellow ribbons are making Susan Norman and her daughter Heather Harsh see white.
		Their combined inspiration was the force behind the launch of "Operation Yellow Ribbon," a completely volunteer effort to distribute and display plastic yellow ribbons in local towns and cities.
		The ribbons have graced main streets throughout Chippewa County, but have had the greatest play in Bloomer where Bloomer Plastics donated the first spools of plastic used to make the hand-tied ribbons.
	www.dunnconnect.com /articles/2004/12/29/news/news03.txt (757 words)

	Yellow Ribbon America
		The yellow ribbon symbolizes our commitment to honoring those of our military community, who are proudly serving around the globe, we will continue to do this till they all come home.
		The Yellow Ribbon America campaign has organized many California communities to provide our military families and members’ real help and support, both so desperately needed at this time.
		The mission of Yellow Ribbon America.com™ is to provide a national framework to organize all of California's cities and towns, to deliver immediate and direct support to our deployed military personnel and the families who are left behind.
	www.yellowribbonamerica.com (640 words)

	The Dispatch (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
		What's less expected about the 16-year-old Gilroy High School junior is her involvement with Operation Yellow Ribbon, an effort to boost troop morale by shipping care packages and letters of support to U. soldiers around the globe and in the Persian Gulf.
		During the first Gulf war, Operation Yellow Ribbon sent 11.5 tons of care packages to troops in the Middle East.
		Operation Yellow Ribbon began 12 years ago during the first Gulf war.
	www.gilroydispatch.com /news/contentview.asp?c=35672 (627 words)

	News 10 Now \| 24 Hour Local News \| TOP STORIES
		Military and community leaders, along with volunteers, were the first to hang yellow ribbons on a tree displayed in the Salmon Run Mall in Watertown.
		The goal of the operation was to encourage people in the community to show their support for troops fighting the war on terrorism.
		At the end of January there will be a second fund raiser called the “Yellow Ribbon Rally”, also at the Salmon Run Mall, complete with entertainment, speakers and displays.
	news10now.com /content/top_stories/?ArID=2206 (472 words)

	Tie A Yellow Ribbon
		Display of a Yellow Ribbon is a sign of loyalty to family, friends or loved ones who are welcome home.
		He asked her to tie a yellow ribbon around the lone oak tree in the Town Square of White Oak, Georgia, if she still had feelings for him and wanted him to be with her.
		The song was played throughout the United States because by then the Yellow Ribbon had become a symbol of loyalty.
	www.angelfire.com /hero/uniformedwarriors/yellowribbon/ribbon.html (404 words)

	Operation Just Cause ...for as long as it takes.
		Dedicate a tree in your front yard to your adopted MIA and mark it with the wide yellow ribbon.
		Contact your local music radio station and request "Tie a Yellow Ribbon" be dedicated to your MIA and give the date of loss.
		The ribbon sizes may be enlarged for display in trees or at distances.
	www.ojc.org /yribbon.htm (443 words)

	Operation Yellow Ribbon
		The ribbon is 4 1/2 inches wide of a silky textured plastic called tafeta.
		The ribbons for them will be a reminder of when they came home, quite likely without any pomp and circumstance and they will be gratefull for the gesture of respect.
		I know the families of the troops deploying from Ft Riley will appreciate the yellow ribbons that you will be placing on their behalf.
	www.operationyellowribbon.net (1210 words)

	SignOnSanDiego.com > News > Military -- Human yellow ribbon honors Marine and Navy personnel
		Hundreds of volunteers formed a giant yellow ribbon on an athletic field at Camp Pendleton in support of Marine and Navy personnel.
		The 625 people gathered on a soccer field, holding yellow pieces of cardboard over their heads, to form a human yellow ribbon.
		Wittling, a Marine for nine years, suffered serious injuries to his spinal cord and vertebra while on duty in Iraq when the Humvee he was traveling in overturned and he was thrown from the vehicle.
	www.signonsandiego.com /news/military/20031123-9999_1mi23ribbon.html (662 words)

	Operation Yellow Ribbon - May 17, 2003 (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
		Operation Military Pride is proud to be organizing the committee to present the first annual Rally for Support of our military, Operation Yellow Ribbon!
		Yellow ribbons are the hallmark of Jimmy Carter-era ineffectual, leaderless military inactivity.
		Arlyn McClaughry and her organization, Operation Military Pride, were sued this month after officials determined there was no way to tell where the money went.
	www.freerepublic.com /focus/f-news/886576/posts (1012 words)

	The Brownsville Herald » Operation Yellow Ribbon (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
		April 22, 2005 — Ribbons of yellow, red, white and blue adorned virtually every neighborhood in the Rio Grande Valley shortly after the United States invaded Iraq in March 2003.
		With her husband and dozens of other Brownsville residents training for an overseas deployment next month, Salinas has created “Operation Yellow Ribbon” to urge area neighborhoods and businesses to once again display yellow ribbons to support the troops.
		Out of her own pocket, Salinas has purchased 20 yellow ribbons to hand out across her neighborhood and she hopes others join in.
	www.brownsvilleherald.com /print.php?id=64810_0_10_0 (347 words)

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		Preparations for Saturday's "Operation Yellow Ribbon" are evident at businesses on Main Street.
		Yellow ribbon lapel pins will be distributed at no charge during Saturday's program.
		Wilcox was charged with possession of marijuana and possession of schedule II methamphetamine with intent to distribute.
	www.press-herald.com /news/Mar03/0314.html (2405 words)

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