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Old 04-14-2011, 07:06 AM   #33
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I was deployed right after I enlisted, first stop out of our home port was Hawaii. First thing I did after getting off the boat was to go over to the USS Arizona memorial. Here I am 18 years old, kind of a know it all punk *** kid, but let me tell you standing there on that memorial was one of the most sobering experiences I've ever had. I encourage anyone who ever takes a trip to Hawaii to take the time to see and experience it for yourself.

Anyone can put on the uniform but a true hero dies wearing one!
A very sobering expieriance Indeed, I visited the memorial In 1990 It Is truly unforgettable. God bless those who gave thier lives.
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