the_burner
Mar 12 2008, 07:32 AM
My great friend Bob (Old Dad) sent me this link. It's about the fellows that flew the P-51 Mustang and how they are now passing away. Similar to the other thread but just as important. My Uncle was one of these guys. It breaks my heart.
Beautiful story and video.
MBF
Mar 12 2008, 09:52 AM
Great Link Bart, my pop was a Navy guy who spenbt most of his time on a Mine Sweeper. And was wounded by a Japanese Aircraft that had strafed the deck. He spent 9 mos in the hospital! And never once in my life did I hear him complain about it, or his service time. Thanks for the link
the_burner
Mar 12 2008, 10:16 AM
Thanks and you're welcome, Ray. My Dad was an aircraft mechanic stationed in England in the latter stages of the war. His father was in WWI and was the guy that dug others out of the ground after the shelling. Your Pop and my Pop were tough guys. I don't think our generation (I know I'm not) as tough as my Grand Dad or father was.
Dragonfly
Mar 12 2008, 01:51 PM
Thanks for the post. t_b, very much appreciated, and thoughtful to remember those from the past that gave so much for all of us.
the_burner
Mar 12 2008, 03:17 PM
You are most welcome, Df. They made sacrifices for ALL of us. Even those that spout shit about the armed forces. You can do that BECAUSE other people made the sacrifice for OUR free speech.
danthezooman
Mar 13 2008, 11:55 PM
damn man thanks for shareing this
Snuffy
Mar 14 2008, 12:00 AM
Thanks for the link Burner!!
the_burner
Mar 14 2008, 06:48 AM
My pleasure Gentlemen.
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