The Patriot (2 page)

A Patriot Rises

Citizen’s militias were being hastily organized across the nation and were calling for the people to resist. But fear of government reprisals deterred many from defending their liberties. In the small rural village of Vienna Ohio an old veteran called Goldie sat talking with his family. He told his sons James, Jeffrey, and Joshua their mother and he had already discussed the recent events. He said your mother knows what I must do and she understands the hardship that will bring but as she said, I am who I am and I must do what my heart tells me is right. I cannot at this time ask you to join me for the things I do now I must do alone. He told his sons the day is fast approaching when you will have to decide whether to submit to enslavement or fight for liberty. I cannot choose your path for you he said, I can only tell you I made my choice many years ago at a camp in Germany called Dauchau. I chose liberty.

I want you to stay at home with your families and care for your mother. While I am away James you and Joshua meet with those in Adams and highland county who you know can be trusted. Jeffrey you meet with Tim and he will help you get the word to our friends in Clinton County. Advise them the time has come to mobilize and prepare to defend liberty. Tell them we will have the equipment and supplies necessary to act.

James asked where will we get the guns, equipment, and supplies we will need? Goldie told them, I have for quiet some time been working with my friend Richard organizing the Ohio militia. Richard is a retired central intelligence operative and is working with state leaders all across the country trying to organize them into a national force. He has friends who have held high positions in the intelligence services, and many others who are retired senior military personnel. They have contacts who can secure and furnish us all we need.

The one thing they need is one patriot to lead the way. Someone to show others we can fight and defeat the military. Because of some prior experiences in overt and covert activities I have been chosen to add that spark. I must leave now for I have work to do. I will be in contact with you. He held his wife close for a moment then said he would return in a few days. The old man stopped for a moment and looked back to wave to his family. Then he entered his vehicle and drove off down the highway.

The boys’ mother said to their children, your father is determined; nothing will sway him from the path he has chosen. We must be prepared to support him when the time comes. Come let us have supper then you must follow his instructions. Goldie proceeded north towards Springfield where Richard, the leader of the Ohio militia, had advised him the guard and united nations commanders were moving into the old guard base. Once there he drove past the site then onto an adjacent road to better observe conditions at a distance. He watched as a steady stream of vehicles entered the installation. Near dusk traffic into the base seemed to have ended and the gates at the entrance were closed. He thought to himself, the fools, do they believe a gate and sentries guarding an unfenced site will protect them. He drove away to plan and prepare for his return.

The following day the state controlled major networks reported criminals are operating across the land attacking federal agents and their military advisors. It has been reported some United Nations personnel have been attacked as well. The director of homeland security reports it is the work of terrorists and they will be caught and punished. The media reported that near Springfield Ohio a United Nations observer accompanied by a military advisor and federal agents were ambushed in their vehicle just outside their headquarters at the old air guard base. All were said to have died in the attack and explosion that followed. Later that day a senior United Nations observer and several military aids accompanying him were said to have lost their lives when a bomb exploded in the headquarters building at that same base.

Goldie drove past what used to be the old reserve air base just outside Columbus, Ohio. The base appeared occupied by Ohio army guard personnel and U.N. military observers. Later that night he returned and pulled down the old gravel road that ran behind the post toward a small town nearby. He wondered if things at Springfield had caused them to be watchful here. After several hours of observation he noted vehicle traffic had stopped entering the base. Several civilians and military personnel had entered one building in particular. He noted there were guards at the gate but observed no perimeter sentries. Much of the old fencing had long ago fallen and was easily crossed over. Moments later he moved swiftly back towards the site where his vehicle was hidden. Behind him he saw the night light up then heard the explosion. He could see flames shooting into the air and thought, they are so sure of themselves.

Driving thru Xenia the old man noted the old armory building sure seemed to be a busy place. He stopped down the street and watched for a while. He noted several army jeep vehicles coming and going and appeared to be dropping off passengers. Guards were stationed at the doors, must be a meeting of wheels of some sort he surmised. He drove further down the street then turned off onto a side street. He got out of his car and crept closer to the rear of the building. He stayed behind the trees for a moment getting what he needed ready, then he moved silently closer. He lit the fuse and threw the softball size piece of C-4 plastic explosive into the building then moved towards his vehicle. The explosion shook his car and flames and debris erupted as he pulled onto the street. He proceeded towards Dayton then turned south towards Cincinnati. Later he pulled into a rest area and called his friend Richard. Richard answered the phone and said Goldie, where are you, ok he said I’ll be there in thirty minutes.

He sat back and listened to the state controlled radio news broadcast while waiting for Richard to arrive. The state spokesperson was saying that a gang of terrorists is operating in the southern part of Ohio killing government officials. Several government officials and dozens of National Guard soldiers and innocent people have been murdered in terrorists’ attacks at Columbus and Xenia. Citizens are asked to report any information about the terrorists to law enforcement officials. He warned that those responsible will be caught and tried as terrorists and anyone who helps them will be considered traitors and tried in military courts. The spokesperson said the government would reward loyal citizens who help end this reign of terror. Goldie thought to himself, those who would enslave free people will find we will not all walk like sheep to the slaughter.

He watched as Richard pulled into the rest area and drove on past his vehicle then stopped, turned and pulled alongside. He got into Richards vehicle and they drove to a nearby exit and entered a restaurant. While eating Richard said you got it done friend, it’s all over the news. Now others will know we can take them on and will follow your example. He asked is there anything you need, we have cash, grenades, C4 explosive and plenty of ammunition. Goldie told him he could use some expense money and some of all the supplies you have. Richard advised him; the guards at the Springfield base managed to get a description of your car and described the driver as an elderly man. They may well find out who you are so be careful, they could be looking for you. Goldie said I expected that would happen sooner or later. I took the car from an auto sales lot so it can’t be traced to me. I will return home to see my family then find a place to set up camp. I plan to start organizing our people after I take care of a few things. Richard said we have no choice if we are to remain free.

They drove back to where He had left his vehicle. No one was in sight and the vehicle looked undisturbed. Richard handed him an envelope and said this should meet your needs for now. Call me when you are ready and I will have the supplies you need brought to you. Also they are moving men and supplies into Clinton County to the old cargo base and we hear they are setting up a base camp and supply center near the Vienna area. Could you check those out and let me know how it looks. Goldie said I may want to take care of some things there as well. Richard said I thought you might but be careful my friend. Goldie said you better be on your way your friends will be concerned. I will be in touch soon.

He watched until Richard had moved out of sight then drove off towards his home in Vienna. On the way he stopped where he had left his vehicle, parked the car he was in, and then went on towards his hometown. As he passed by the old golf course he saw members of the Ohio National Guard now occupied it. Several large sedans told him there were probably federal administrators and United Nations observers headquartered there also. He continued on towards Vienna and saw military trucks parked at the old factories and some civilian vehicles. He drove back into Vienna from the east and saw a number of vehicles located behind the school building. He thought they have been making this their headquarters for a several county area.

The old man drove by his family home and parked a distance away. After a time he decided it was safe for him to see his wife. He knocked and the door was opened and he stepped inside and quickly closed the door. He held her close as she clung to him for several moments neither of them speaking. Finally she said there are a lot of army people in town. He told her he had drove around before coming home and knew where they are staying. It is, as I knew it would someday be. We are living under martial law and the United Nations troops are ready to move in. Already they have observers and military advisors with our National Guard troops. I fear our children will never know the freedom and happiness we have known. My heart will not allow me to shirk my duty to fight for their liberty. She said I know my love I will support your decisions whatever the cost but tonight let us enjoy our time together.

The next morning he called Richard and advised him of conditions in the Vienna area. He asked could you bring me some special supplies today. I can use C-4, grenades, and four direct two way radio sets, and the normal expendable supplies. Can you meet me at the old fort ancient campgrounds around four? Richard I will be there with all you need, until then be careful old friend. That evening he was waiting as Richard drove into the campground parking area. They transferred the supplies then talked for a while. Richard said we are not alone in this, I have friends at Wright Patterson and other places who will furnish all we need. Our militia is growing in numbers and people are starting to form in other places across the state as well. People are beginning to resist all across the country, nothing big yet mostly those like us who have seen this coming. I must go now to meet with others, be careful friend.

The next morning his wife said you slept well dear and he replied, you have always been my strength and brought peace to my heart. I want so much for our children and grandchildren to know the happiness we have known. To see them share their lives with those they love with hope for the future. After breakfast he said I must call Tim and the boys. After speaking with them they all said they had met with those they knew could be trusted and each had a team ready to move out on a days notice. He told them all to go home now and spend this time with your families for once we move into action it may be some time before we can return to our homes. I will contact you each when the times come for us to operate together as a unit. After they had left his wife and he spent the evening remembering the joy they had shared for all their years together. As night drew near he said, my dear I have to leave and may not be able to come back this way for a time because they may be watching for me in a few days.

He said If only there was some way that I could spare you. She interrupted him and her courage was steadfast as she said you and I and the children have shared many years together. We will do what we must and ask only that God show us the way and give us the strength we need. That His will shall be done is all we need ask. He looked into her lovely eyes and said I love you, I always have, I always will. She said she knew. They embraced one last time then he opened the door and said I must leave you now. She looked at him and smiled, and said see you later. He walked to his car got in and started the engine. He wiped the tears from his eyes then looked to her and threw her a kiss. She returned his gesture and stood on the doorstep as he drove away.

He turned north onto the road leading to a former wildlife refuge, pulled his car off the road into the old abandoned fire trail. He looked through the supplies and removed some grenades, C-4 explosive, and ammunition then hid the remaining equipment and supplies. He returned to his vehicle and began molding the plastic explosive into several pieces about the size of baseballs, which could be thrown some distance. He fashioned a short fuse into each then placed them in his backpack. He hung several grenades on his shoulder straps then placed the others into his pack. He loaded several thirty round ammo magazines then taped them together by twos so an empty one could be quickly removed and reversed to provide more firepower. It was dark when he pulled onto the back road. He traveled a short distance before turning on the headlamps then proceeded towards snow hill.

He pulled off and stopped near what was once a hunting lodge a short distance from the snow hill encampment. He sat observing traffic passing by the encampment. There seemed to be no activity at the camp and no traffic was seen entering or departing. Lights could be seen in the old golf clubhouse. He tried to recall how the building was designed. He thought the main dining area would be where they hold meetings; the officials sleeping areas would be off in the side and rear areas away from the dining room. He decided rather than park and approach on foot he would ready two explosive charges then drive by and throw them into the building. He drove onto the main highway and past the clubhouse then turned off into what was once a rest area for traffic. He watched for a few moments and saw no movement and there appeared to be no guards on duty.