Wow, Mike thanks so much for posting this. This really makes all the ranting over NHRA, and class racing seem preposterous. I agree 100% width the other posts as well. There is absolutely no argument whatsoever, that was the GREATEST GENERATION, the name fits. Just an amazing time in history and amazing people. If I had one chance to take a time machine back in time, there is no question I would pick the 40?s. Men were men. Strong men, brave men and real men who spoke their feelings and had thick skin. Men who worked hard for a living and were proud. And while those men were off fighting for the very freedom of the world, the women went to work doing man's work. And they did it damn well too. Rosie the riveter was as key a part to the war effort as the soldiers? themselves. It was a strong, and proud time for America. The ?men? of generation x, or y or whatever the hell it is were are up to now, would be well advised to read up on that era and take some lessons......
And roadrunner, you are right, I feel the same way.. I like to think I could muster the strength and courage to put on a good fight in battle, even a close quarters fire-fight. But a beachhead landing is just as terrifying as it gets... I get goosebumps thinking about it. I really don?t know if I could do it. Those were God-Damn strong, amazing men.
Thank You, Veterans !!!
Kevin P. Panzino
GT/FA 1202
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06-06-2007, 11:01 PM
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