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2 responses to ““The Greatest Generation””

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  Mack November 4th, 2009 at 10:25

  Every American, and many of the other citizens of the world, owe the men and women of the US military an incalculable debt of thanks…not just those serving today, but those who’ve served since out country’s beginnings. Without them there would be no America, along with the freedoms we too often take for granted. Even during tough times like these, we have to remember that we’re a lot better off than a whole hell of a lot of people on this ever-shrinking planet.

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  Mark Aaron Murnahan November 3rd, 2009 at 02:53

  I am sorry to hear about your uncle. I must agree that much has changed in recent generations. I feel fortunate to have received much influence from a generation before that of many peers. My father fought in WWII whereas I was a Viet Nam era kid. I have brothers thirty years my senior who retired from military service. I have been honored to call an uncle and a couple of close friends General. I also enjoyed my youth with a grandfather who was a WW One veteran.

  There is something special about sitting with a grandparent who recalls the flu pandemic of 1918 or a soldier who can recall the honor without the societal disrespect of recent generations. For the soldiers at battle today, I sincerely hope they will hold pride above all. One of my dear friends, Maj. Steve Gerber, is serving abroad today. He carries on the pride in a fashion we should all respect.

  Condolences and respect to your family.

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