As a second generation Marine: father, WWII, Pacific Theater, me Vietnam, 3rd Recon Bn., Recon squad leader, Delta Co. and 4th Combined Action Group leader, all these Vets should be proud to have served. We don’t look for thanks from the public; we just have the knowledge that we served our nation when asked without question. This has been the standard since the beginning of our nation. If we joined thinking that at the end there will be a parade and “thanks”, don’t join. Having answered your country’s call and done your best is enough thanks. Be proud all of you, all services. Those that went before you, especially those that gave all, including my Ranger brother-in-law in Vietnam , are proud of you. Remember that and hold it close to your heart.
Well said, Bernie. I wish that all veterans felt this way, but sadly there are far too many who are extremely egotistical. Welcome home, Brother!! Semper Fi!!!
As a second generation Marine, who’s Father landed on Iwo Jima, and Inchon who fought to the Chosen and back, I am proud of being a Marine. I look back on the end of Viet Nam and I felt that we were sold out. I see Afghanistan and feel sold out again. We did not lose the wars in question. The country sold us out.
Semper Fi
I never questioned my duty to serve, and as a Marine, Viet Nam Vet, I still hold my head high. I am sure that like all Marines, these men and women did not do it for the “Thanks” It takes a special breed of person to put themselves in harms way and these fine Marines did that in order to try and protect the rights and freedom of those who seek fault in trying to end the “Endless War”. War is not easy and anyone who has ever been in battle knows this. The Spirit of these Marines will live on forever as will the pride of those who have served.
Semper Fi
Sgt. T. Golden
USMC
Well said. I served 4 years in the Marine corps and 18 months in Viet nam. When I got home from Nam noone would so much as say welcome home.
God bless the United States military.
I got spat upon by some hippy shits. It was a serious lapse in judgement on their part as most of the passengers were only a few days away from combat and in no mood for that type of “Welcome Home”.
James Christensen
SSGT 1968-76
Semper Fidèles, Marine forever.
I am as well a second generation MARINE, Father in December 1940 after boot camp stationed at MARINE BARRACKS SUMAY, GUAM, when the japs attacked. My Father could be the MARINE held the longest in captivity at 1,385 days.
POW December 08, 1941 – September 15, 1945. Re-enlisted and was Quartermaster of the 5th Marine Regiment we they went to Korea in 1950 and fought to the Yalu River in the Chosin Reservoir December 1950, promoted to MSGT and retired in 1960.
I enlisted in August 1972, was in Vietnam April 25-April 29, 1975, I understand what these Marines mission is all about because it is basically the same mission I had except I had rockets, artillery, mortars and small arms vs suicide bombers we Marines never question the mission we just perform as professionals and accomplish the mission. I hope to be at the procession Honoring my brother on his final trip home to Norco, CA.
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I don’t care if these limp-wristed politicians appreciate my service or not. The only ones who matter are the fine men I served with. I appreciate and honor their service and I think they mine. I earned and proudly wore/wear the EGA. VN 68/69/70 Semper fi.
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Semper Fi Brother!!!!
I agree with everything that Top Pro said!!! The only thing I is that the joint chiefs are hobbled by the politicians, and than it rolls down hill. By the way I seen no post by Harry 1371 is he ok?
Thanks, Larry. Sometimes I feel like I’m cursing at the darkness, then you come along and light a candle. I was wondering about Harry also, but I see that he posted on the previous story. Take care, Semper Fi!!!
USMC 69-73 cap Marine nam vet
Gee, Thanks Top, Your words hit home. So I’ll let you know, Friday I go in for “Open heart Surgery” . I don’t think I’ll post for a couple of months…
Take care Brother, you’ll be foremost in our thoughts and prayers. Listen to your Nurses, they’re the same as NCOs and can make your life much easier, and please don’t give them too much grief. I’ll be anxious to see your first posting after surgery. Semper Fi!!!