General Discussion

hlthe2b

(102,127 posts)

8. Wow. My father and three uncles served in WWII (both fronts) and were proud to do so.

Mon May 27, 2019, 08:34 AM

May 2019

They would NEVER say they were "proud to kill Nazis (or anyone)"... I am certain they did, but it was part of their duty and killing is not something they would freely discuss--especially so cavalierly. They would be highly offended at referring to their service in that way.

While I agree with your points that they would be deeply distressed at an American President defending authoritarianism, racism, fascism and yes, Nazis, I felt the need to address your earlier reference on their behalf and that of many like-minded of their generation. They served with honor and distinction--and humility--but never losing their humanity.

Edit history

Please sign in to view edit histories.

8 replies

= new reply since forum marked as read

Highlight:

I gotta say, I'm very distraught this Memorial Day weekend. [View all] Turin_C3PO May 2019 OP

I'm very glad he was out of country this weekend. nt Grasswire2 May 2019 #1

I agree Timewas May 2019 #2

me too blue cat May 2019 #3

I have been distraught since he took over the country. Bluepinky May 2019 #4

My Dad volunteered for WWII SHRED May 2019 #5

I'm glad both sets of grandparents and my mother didn't live to see this MustLoveBeagles May 2019 #6

Nazis Billy Ray Joe Bob. May 2019 #7

Wow. My father and three uncles served in WWII (both fronts) and were proud to do so. hlthe2b May 2019 #8