Thursday I was invited to a VETS Day program at a local school. Actually 2 different schools.
As a Vietnam Vet, I am used to being somewhat of an also-ran. However, my experience here was of the most insulting nature. I have been defiled in a variety of manners, but this was in my estimation slightly worse than being spit on.
At the first school, we had a sit down with the Principal. He seemed like a nice sort, but was deathly afraid of allowing the children to ask questions. Seems they might ask about death. Sure wouldn't want them exposed to that.
The next school was a bit vexing. I felt a bit odd when we entered the auditorium and saw all of the flags on the wall. There were flags from many African countries and most Asian countries, PLUS MEXICO. Nowhere did I see the flags of any of our allies or other Western Nations;
England, Spain, France, Switzerland, Denmark, Sweden, Norway and too many to mention.
Things became a bit more clear when the choir came out to sing. They were introduced and did a GREAT rendition of the National Anthem. This is a difficult piece for any vocalist, let alone a youth choir to do it A Capella. GREAT job… now if the moron with the mic had gotten it right… seems he thinks God Bless America is The Star Spangled Banner…
Next he presented his slick little PowerPoint presentation. Good for him.
He started out with many pix of WWI Vets and battlefields and graveyards of the WWI era. He flashed through several photos of WWII Vets and went directly a whole series of 911 firefighters. The rest of us who died and bled after WWII I guess have no place in his history. Perhaps I will write more on this some other time. Right now, I am unable to continue.
I think I will turn my ID as a member of the race... it is just not worth it as times
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Need to pass some school bond issues at the next election so your school district can update their history books.
There are many of us out here that appreciate EVERY VET!
Thank you for keeping us safe.
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