I Echo those sentiments, here in boston I am reminded of an article in the Boston Globe last fall about a graduate of one of our top tier prep schools, where All of the most respected citizens send their children (at about 30KJ a year) One of the graduating seniors had elected to join the military. The jist of the story was how appalled all of the other students, faculty and parents were that he would sacrifice such a stellar education for such a lowly position. The most amazing thing was that in the something like 100 year tradition of this. elite private school he was the FIRST graduate to EVER join the military. To say the least I think all of the alumni of this institution owe the country far more than they think and that they have contributed far less than they believe.
A big thanks to all of those on this site who have served or have family who have served. Those of us who know the true value of our heritage also know the true value of the debt we owe you. Mike M -----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Allan Fish Sent: Friday, November 11, 2005 1:44 PM To: [email protected] Subject: Re: [VFB] The Veteran Mel, I for one will be forever grateful to those who have secured the freedoms we so often take for granted. Well put. My father and his brothers all served for Canada in WW II . Fortunately they all returned home safely. I'm older than you. My father served in WW-I (Capt. in the Veterinary Corps........everything was done by mule back then). My oldest brother served in WW-II (Patton's Battle of the Bulge operations). My other brother served during the Korean conflict. Thanks for your comments. It's a crying shame all the national news media is SO much against our currently serving armed forces. No matter whether you support the cause, we should always support the troops. Allan -- Allan Fish Greenwood, IN [EMAIL PROTECTED]
