On November 27, 2013 we journeyed to Parris Island, SC, to see Private J. R. Allen graduate from boot camp and become the 3rd generation Marine in our family. Needless to say, the dad and grandpa had their chests sticking out and strutting. The attached photo is a portrait that we had made (I don't think that I will be around for the 4th generation) in our customized GRIT gear. Thanks to your staff for their valuable assistance and advice in ordering the shirts. In the photo from left:
Sgt J. T. Allen, USMC 1967 – 1970
Sgt J. C. Allen, USMC 1998 – 2003
Private J. R. Allen, USMC 2013 – Present
Thanks again Grit for your newsletter and the gear that you make available.
Tom