I had the pleasure of attending the 236 Marine Corps Birthday celebration with my 91 year old father Warren White WWII veteran of Okinawa, Guadalcanal Guam and one of the first Americans to occupy Japan after the surrender. We were accompanied by fellow Marines Don James and Don Renwick. Along with 150 Marines a few members of the lesser branches of the military (just Kidding) we enjoyed the day with some touching ceremonies speeches a few lies and laughs at a celebration put on by James T Butler Tampa attorney and highly decorated helicopter pilot. Warren was once again honored to represent the old guard along with the youngest Marine in attendance in the cake cutting ceremony. My apologies to our youngest Marine I did not get his name. This is a high honor among Marines. Have a safe and healthy veterans day and thank you for those that did the heavy lifting when our country needed it the most. Special thoughts for those who have preceded us and safe harbor for those young men and women currently in harm’s way.
Respectfully
Ken White
USMC 1969-1972
Semper fi