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U.S. Navy Cmdr. Kirk Lippold has addressed Rolling Thunder Ride for Freedom in previous years. (Photo by Lee Stalsworth.)

For commander of USS Cole, Rolling Thunder a chance to ‘raise a glass’

By Christopher Vondracek - The Washington Times

Investigators examine the hull of the USS Cole at the Yemeni port of Aden, three days after an explosion on Oct. 12, 2000 ripped a hole in the U.S. Navy destroyer, killing 17 sailors and injuring 39 others. (Associated Press)

Cole shipmates, families await justice 12 years on

By Kristina Wong - The Washington Times