Doolittle Raiders to drink The Final Toast

[Mtn.man]

The end of a tradition which started in 1946 has finally occurred. Since 1946 the surviving members of the men who flew B-25's off of an aircraft carrier to attack the Japanese home islands have gathered together to drink a toast to their mission, those who died in carrying it out, and those who have died in the years that have since passed. There are 4 surviving Raiders - the youngest of them is now 92 years old. This year will be the last time that the survivors gather, the final toast has been raised.

Today, Armistice Day in many places, Veteran's Day for those of us here, is a time to remember the brave women and men who have made a sacrifice in their lives so that we may live our lives pursuing liberty and freedom. They have not served, they have sacrificed a portion of their lives to benefit each one of us. Take a moment today to reflect upon, and thank them all, for the sacrifice they have made.


http://www.wdtn.com/news/local/green...nk-final-toast

[ChuckNorris]

^^^ Amen

[StagLefty]

End of a great tradition and generation

[sniper7]

Very cool

[wctriumph]

We give thanks for the exceptional heroism of these exceptional men. May they RIP in the glory of everlasting life with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Amen

[R&S]

they really gave the emperor a poke in the eye didn't they!

[anaphylaxis]

Amazing what they accomplished. My appreciation for the level of risk they willingly accepted has grown over the years.

[R&S]

the best!

[ColoWyo]

I saw that on the news the other day. Two words come to mind: BIG ONES!!!

[Justin]

My hat's off to these guys. Serious cojones.