Aero-News: Quote of the Day

ANN's Quote of the Day usually derives from current news, though we reserve the right to pick quotes out of history that have a bearing on the day's events and issues.

Sometimes, you'll find them timely and in keeping with the content of the day's news... and sometimes, they'll just be thought-provoking.

Reader suggestions and comments are welcome... and if particularly intriguing, timely, or poignant, may themselves become future Quotes of the Day.

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Aero-News Quote of the Day

"The level of interest shown by younger generations in our wartime service has gladdened the hearts of my WWII generation. So many of you have worked in a variety of ways to ensure that the legacy and lessons of World War Two will not be forgotten. We old veterans are aware of it and we appreciate it. We know you will continue after all of us are gone...” 

Source: From a letter written before his passing, by Jim "Pee Wee" Martin who parachuted into Normandy on D-Day and served throughout the European campaign, where he thanked his friends, fans, and followers for their love and support throughout his life. He showed particular gratitude for the interest of today's youth in passing down his experiences as living history. 

FMI: www.commemorativeairforce.org