[Don Ro]

OK, I'll just say something that's from my perspective.
As a combat vet (Viet Nam) I witnessed what I never could have imagined...never in my best imagination.
Heart-stopping shock. We were kids.
As a result of what I and many of my buddies witnessed, it was clear that we took-on a new perspective.
At the risk of not stating this correctly, I'll just say that we matured - as Human Beings. We became men!
We also became forthright and dedicated to what we were there to do...because of what we witnessed.
We were never the same thereafter, but our appreciation for life was enhanced.
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That's really all that I wished to say in this thread.
Perhaps I approached it from some unforgettable memories.
But those early memories have me and my fellow survivor buddies awaken each day with profound gratitude.
Awaken, as well, with great sorrow and honor for those who we witnessed crying out for their mothers, and who didn't return.
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I'll be more careful about my posts from now on.
Thanks for you attention.
As you were, gentlemen.