Family tradition
In my family there's a strong tradition of military service.
My grandfather received a battlefield promotion to sergeant, various medals and a six-month stay in the hospital for his service in World War I's Battle of the Somme with the Royal Highland Regiment, Black Watch. He wore the British uniform but carried the Highland's motto, Nemo me impune lacessit (no one attacks me with impunity) in his heart.
My father, David, gave up a deferrment, because he worked in the Glen L. Martin factory in Baltimore, to join the Navy.
My wife's grandfather also served in World War I and my wife's father, numerous uncles and father-in-law all served in World War II. Here's my wife's father on the USS Bunch at the battle of Okinawa.
By this definition they are all sheepdogs. And I'm proud of every one.
My grandfather received a battlefield promotion to sergeant, various medals and a six-month stay in the hospital for his service in World War I's Battle of the Somme with the Royal Highland Regiment, Black Watch. He wore the British uniform but carried the Highland's motto, Nemo me impune lacessit (no one attacks me with impunity) in his heart.
My father, David, gave up a deferrment, because he worked in the Glen L. Martin factory in Baltimore, to join the Navy.
My wife's grandfather also served in World War I and my wife's father, numerous uncles and father-in-law all served in World War II. Here's my wife's father on the USS Bunch at the battle of Okinawa.
By this definition they are all sheepdogs. And I'm proud of every one.
PB,
If following a family tradition makes me a "Sheep Dog" ,then show me the sheep!
"Big Brother" IS watching!
Posted by Anonymous | 7:28 PM