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The Magazine for a Strong America Vol. 125, No. 2 ARTICLES August 1988

THE FREE ENTERPRISE PATRIOT, PART 6 Andrew makes a groovy discovery. ByJohn Rickey 12

WORKING IN AMERICA

Labor-law reform is needed to help bolster the union image, says expert Douglas Fraser. 14

IN PRAISE OF THE WORKER

It'sfashionable bunk to talk about the bss ofthe work ethic. By Charley Reese 17

SAGA OF THE ENOLA GAY

A B-29 offers apowerful, jarring reminder ofthe staggering cost ofpeace. 18

PANAMA CANAL: 'THE COUNTRY'S LIKE AN ARMED CAMP'

Treaty or no treaty, the United States cannot abandon the canal to hostileforces. By Philip C. Clarke 21

GENTLEMEN, VOICE YOUR ENGINES! Among other wizardry, cars ofthefuture will sport voice-activated doors and engines. By Stanley Brams 22

A SEVEN-STEP PLAN TO MAKE AMERICA COMPETITIVE

It's going to be expensive, its going to take sacrifice and it's going to take national will. ByLeelacocca 24

THE DEFENSE OF EUROPE: TOUGH DECISIONS AHEAD

The Soviets want to gain thefruits ofvictory without the pains ofwar, says aformerNATO commander. 26

CHILD WELFARE FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES 1988 GRANTS Record amountproves that one man with a mission can move mountains. 32 ENSURING MEDICAL CARE FOR KENTUCKY VETERANS 24 Legion posts becomeprocessing centersfor needy veterans. 36

KNOW YOUR AMERICAN LEGION: 80YS NATION

Instilling inyouths a deeper loyalty to country andpractical insight into the workings ofgovernment. 38 DEPARTMEN T S DIG ISSUES Should Congress Reform The HatchAct? 10

LETTERS 4 VETERANS UPDATE 30 LEGIONNAIRES IN ACTION 46

COMMANDER'S MESSAGE 6 LEGION NEWS GRIEFS 40 PARTING SHOTS 56

DATELINE WASHINGTON 8 VETERANS ALERT 44

COVER America's strength—the worker. Photo by Image Bank/Steve Niedorf.

The American Legion Magazine, a leader among national general-interest publications, is published monthly by The American Legion for its 2.8 million members. These military-service veterans, working through 16,000 community-level posts, dedicate themselves to God and country and traditional Amer- ican values; strong national security; adeguate and compassionate care for veterans, their widows and orphans; community service; and the wholesome development of our nation's youths.

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Letters

Hemingway Goof rather know what my real food bill is on such issues, especially when includ- than to have a big chunk of it hidden in ing rebuttals of the stories put out by the I wonder how many letters you will taxes for bureaucratic salaries and over- likes of the "Concerned Scientists." receive from Ernest Hemingway fans production support programs. It is important to remember that over a fluff in your "Gung Ho" piece Carl F. Crumpton many people who did not serve in the (June). Topeka, Kan. military spent their time polishing their The editors wrote, in part: "The les- verbal skills and learning how to manip- son to be learned here is best exempli- Farmers, the backbone of the nation, ulate public opinion. They know how to fied by Thomas Hudson, the protagonist have been hit, and many of them are lead sheep, and the news media help of Ernest Hemingway's Islands in the going down financially. We have to stop them. Stream ..." someplace. Some big operators over- The "big lie" technique still works. According to Bartlett's, the quote spend, overproduce and go broke pay- Information is the antidote. To Have Have Not, comes from and and ing interest on loans. Still others work Matt Kehoe if memory serves me correctly, the pro- at other high-salary jobs and do not Modesto, Calif. tagonist was Harry Morgan. have to make a living off the farm. They Willard Largent agree not to grow certain crops and are Strategic Defense Berea, Ohio paid for it. Your May issue was right on target. I The small farmer, the lone operator, am a newcomer to the ranks of The Farm Crisis doesn't have much chance to survive American Legion and am encouraged what with increased taxes, which The articles on America's farm prob- hun- that with the position it has taken on gry lems (June) were exceptionally well politicians help create. SDI, there is still some hope that we done and to the point. Government LaRue Confer will not ultimately fall under Soviet should get out of farming. Farmers are Lockport, N. Y. domination. The media's relentless much better at farm management than efforts to portray the Soviet Union as bureaucrats are. Leading Sheep being the moral equivalent of the So what if food prices go up? The Congratulations on your May SDI United States have done great harm. offsetting savings from lower taxes articles. You do us a real service by John Sangregorio should more than compensate. I would presenting comprehensive information Binningliam, Mich.

An evaluation of SDI by the Office of Technology Assessment said that the CWF:Beacon OfEnduringHope system would break down the first time it tried to destroy attacking Soviet ICBMs. In the coming $863,646 into CWF coffers- $136,354 The irony is that in 1945, these months, a sexually shy of the $1 million goal. attacking nuclear missiles— abused child in Idaho "We're proud of this outpouring of ICBMs— will learn the differ- love," said Children and Youth Commis- were declared to be a scientific impossi- ence between good sion Chairman Eugene V. Lindquist. bility by this nation's most prestigious touching, bad touch- "Our organization is second to none in educator: President James Bryant Conant ing and secret touch- its concern for America's youths, but of Harvard University. ing; children in without the volunteer assistance of the Conant made this statement after Pennsylvania will Legion, Auxiliary, Eight and Forty, half the scientists at Los Alamos learn how to protect SAL, and others, many of our children thought that the atomic bombs that now themselves from sexual abuse, exploita- would be in critical need." adorn these missiles as warheads would tion and adults who violate their trust; CWF funds help youths develop the not fire. Adm. William Leahy, President baby sitters in Maryland will learn how intellectual, moral, physical and chief of staff in 1945, wrote: to recognize and give first aid for epi- economic strengths they need to achieve Truman's leptic seizures; Washington teen-agers happy, useful lives. "The bomb will never go off, and I will learn about crime prevention; and "Because of tremendous peer pres- speak as an expert on explosives." low- and middle-income Indiana fami- sures on our youths today," said Well, the bomb worked, and the

lies will learn how to work through the Lindquist, "we must continue to imple- missiles to carry it worked. Now other devastation of drug abuse. ment programs aimed at education and experts claim that a system to shoot will do the teaching? prevention to ensure a positive environ- Who them down will not work. Eleven non-profit agencies and organ- ment for the growth of tomorrow's lead- If there's anything riskier than pre-

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related story, p. 32. haven't, please do. The children across Man's capacity for thought, whether Since the fund-raising drive began in the nation are counting on you. he is inventing a vaccine to save millions January, contributors have tunneled The Editors or a miraculous way to incinerate equal Please turn to page 52

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NO GOAL IS BEYOND THE STRENGTH OF OUR UNITY

HEN I was elected the case with judicial review. First, a National Commander Senate committee attempted to attach a at San Antonio, Texas, judicial-review amendment to the legis-

I asked you to prove to lation that would elevate the VA to the nation that The Cabinet level. You answered my call for American Legion is action by making telephone calls and not one of those writing letters to the members of that "gimme" organiza- committee. Together, we blocked that W tions that takes more move. than it gives. But attempts to alter the judicial- As veterans of America's wars, we review process did not stop there. have earned certain entitlements from Another judicial-review amendment our government. Make no mistake, we was attached to a housing and urban- do not ask for handouts. Quite the oppo- development bill. Again, you blocked site. We ask only to be accepted as an the amendment with your calls and organization that is always willing to letters to members of Congress. help people who need our help. On both occasions I contacted One of the most wonderful memories Legion leaders who can influence deci-

I have of this past year is the countless sions in Washington. I asked for your examples of giving displayed by Legion- assistance, and you responded in force. Nat'l Cmdr. John P. "Jake" Comer naires around the globe. My visits with I am sure that as time goes on, these thousands of Legionnaires confirmed will not be the only opportunities you my belief in my fellow veterans and in zens during my watch. But your efforts will have to make a difference. It is America. This year we supported more were not limited to fund raising for through such efforts that The American veterans and youths than at any other Legion programs. Congress laid chal- Legion keeps veterans' rights in the time in our 69-year history. lenge after challenge before us this forefront on Capitol Hill.

In San Antonio I also challenged you year. On a positive note, lawmakers It is our responsibility to make sure to raise $1 million for the American passed legislation to elevate the Veter- that legislation concerning judicial Legion Child Welfare Foundation. This ans Administration to Cabinet status, review and other vital issues is dis- money, to be used to assist organiza- which will give veterans a stronger cussed and debated within prescribed tions that seek a better life for our voice in government. The American legislative procedures. Each important children and youths, will provide a base Legion worked long and hard to ensure veterans' issue must be discussed and of financial support for years to come. passage of this legislation, and I know debated on its own merits. Nothing as Raising this money demonstrates your that we will be happy with the outcome. critical as judicial review should be total commitment to giving so that On several occasions in recent considered in connection with other others can live in a better world. months, I asked you to contact your legislation. Once again, you proved

During my travels I saw how hard representatives in Washington. Each that hard work can make a difference. you worked toward that $ 1 million goal. time you responded enthusiastically. During this past year, I was encour-

In department after department I wit- The American Legion is constantly aged by Legionnaires' participation in nessed the true spirit of America as challenged by forces in Washington that programs developed to help children Legionnaires, Auxiliary members. want to hide important legislation with- and youths. The Legion's baseball, Sons of the American Legion, Eight in other important legislation. This was high-school oratorical contest. Boys and Forty members, and our fellow State, Boy Scouts and fingerprinting citizens reached deep into their pockets. programs continue to grow. Legion-

I know that next month, I will stand naires can be proud of their labors. But before the delegates to the 70th national much remains to be done in the years convention in Louisville and announce ahead, and I know that you will rise to that we not only reached, but surpassed, the tasks before you. For example, this the $1 million goal. year the NEC approved Res. 23, which

This is just one example of the giving encourages posts to participate in the that you performed for your fellow citi- Please turn to page 47

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Rep. William D. Ford, D-Michigan Rep. Jim Leach, R-lowa

For far too long, fed- Congress passed the Hatch eral employees have suf- Act in 1939 in response to fered under the yoke of YES NO a Pulitzer Prize-winning the Hatch Act, which was written for a series of articles on corruption in the different time and for far different cir- Works Progress Administration. In a cumstances. No longer should those who classic instance of political wheeling serve the federal government be denied and dealing, Kentucky recruited support the basic rights that other Americans for the re-election campaign of Sen. enjoy. Alben Barkley by making such support a

As lawmakers, it is our duty to ensure that federal laws fit prerequisite for jobs. the times. We clearly have an obligation to federal employees By ensconcing non-partisan civil-service standards in in this regard. law, the Hatch Act has protected the public— and the federal

It is important to understand that H.R. 3400 is the product employees who serve it— from the poison of political coer- of extensive negotiations between Democrats and Republi- cion for nearly 50 years. Efforts to reduce this protection

cans. It is supported by every member of the Committee on have now passed the House and await Senate consideration.

Post Office and Civil Service, which I have the honor of If this legislation becomes law, the scandal-spawning spoils chairing. It also is supported by every major federal- system, which precipitated the original Hatch Act, will re- employee organization, including managers' organizations. emerge at a time when the stakes are far higher than a WPA This legislation continues to forbid partisan political job or two.

activity on the job. It will not, as critics have suggested, turn With the federal government responsible today for the federal work place into a political arena— quite the spending almost one-fourth of our gross national product, a contrary. The language is crystal-clear: Federal employees non-partisan civil service is more necessary than ever. may not engage in any political activity at work. Over the years, opinion surveys have revealed that most Federal employees will, however, be restored to full civil servants oppose removing the protections provided by citizenship away from the job. In short, the bill provides for the Hatch Act. Both those who do the work and those for

full citizenship off the job and no political activity on the job. whom they do it understand that dismantling the Hatch Act

This, I might point out, is a system that works well for many would make civil-service jobs and promotions increasingly states and many foreign governments. dependent on donations to political parties and, more The bill contains strong, clear prohibitions against misuse subtly, on donations to specific candidates at specific times.

of official influence. It provides that employees can be fined, Americans deserve the guarantee that present law pro- fired or suspended for misusing their authority as federal vides: The people who deliver mail or process Social Secu- employees to coerce others for political purposes. rity claims do so because they are qualified for their jobs,

Since it was passed in 1939, the Hatch Act has cost our not because they support particular candidates or causes. democracy greatly. For nearly five decades we have denied Similarly, federal workers deserve the guarantee that they some of our best-informed citizens the right to participate in will be hired and evaluated on the basis of the merit of their the government process, and we have paid dearly for that. work, not on who or what they do or do not support in the Today, we have a firmly established merit system that political arena. protects both federal employees and the public from political To the degree that partisanship would replace merit as the

abuse as a result of employment. standard for employment and advancement, it would jeopard-

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bottom around the cannon, but it doesn't

look like it will hurt anything.

Sincerely, A Andrew Farnsworth GROOVY President & Project Officer, T2C-3 Farnsworth & Cooper Cannon & Carriage Company DISCOVERY Copy to Captain Hawkins Colonial &rmj>

A stone thrown by kids accidentally cuts 1 August 1779 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania grooves in the cannon barrel. The Army Andrew Farnsworth scolds Andrew for his negligence. President Farnsworth & Cooper Cannon & Carriage Company Wilfred Corners, Massachusetts

In Reply, Refer to: SRA 2 17-5 16

Dear Mr. Farnsworth:

Our technical staff has been consulted with reference to the damaging grooves you have cut into the barrel of your cannon. They advise me that this will not be satisfactory and that the barrel must be perfectly smooth.

Although it is not known just what effect this

groove might have if the cannon were fired,

our experts suspect it has weakened the entire

structure and that it would be hazardous to

fire.

We will have an inspection team in Mas- sachusetts next month, and they will examine

the cannon to determine if it is repairable. Meanwhile, do not proceed with testing.

There is considerable concern here about the rather haphazard manufacturing techniques used by your concern, as exemplified by your negligence in allowing this damage to occur. As finished reaming the cannon to the 3-inch provided in subparagraph H, paragraph 24, ByJohn Rickey bore. The crate was marked. "Balls, Can- Amendment 7 of Public Law 928, no non, Specification 97864, 3-inch, Colonial payment will be made under your contract if Army," but we measured the balls, and they the cannon is found to be irreparable. FARNSWORTH AND ranged from IVi to 4'/i inches in diameter. By Order of the Convnanding Officer We found 10 that were about three inches, AND Major Hollis Corby COOPER CANNON so we'll be able to test our cannon with Contracting Officer CARRIAGE CO. them. T2C-3 Weapons Systems Leonard finished the carriage last week. June 9. 1779 Weapons Procurement Branch It turned out real well. We mounted a heavy Wilfred Corners, Headquarters, Colonial Army log on it and hired some local boys to pull it Massachusetts Philadelphia, Pennsylvania around for us to see how far they could go in HC.jb a day. The first day they went four miles and Major Hollis Corby the second day two-and-a-half, but the first cc to: Captain Earl Hawkins Contracting Officer day they were going downhill quite a bit. So Plant Representative T2C-3 Weapons Systems I guess we'll average out about what you T2C-3 Contracts Weapons Procurement Branch asked for or a little better. Headquarters, Colonial Continued Next Month Army We've moved the carriage into the shop Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and removed the log, and we'll mount the Dear Major Corby, cannon tomorrow. Copies of The Free Enterprise We had a little problem the last night we The cannonball shipment you sent reamed the cannon barrel. Some kids were Patriot are available for $4 arrived day before yesterday, just after we throwing stones over our security fence that ($6.95 for hard covers) from The evening, and one fell into the barrel. During Book Tree, 1825 High Oak Rd., John Rickey, aformerAir Force pilot, is an the night it worked into the reamer and St. Louis, MO 63131. executive in the defense industry. gouged a little groove from the top to the

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Changes and Challenges

WORKING IN AMERICA

77ie shift in the economy from the industrial to the service sector has hurt the labor movement in the United States. But the trade unions are making a comeback, says Douglas Fraser, former UAWpresident.

American Legion Magazine: Union membership has declined to less than 20 percent of America's total work force. What caused this decline?

Douglas Fraser: First of all, the recent decline is a result of the loss of manufacturing jobs — about 2 million since 1979 — and that's the very sector of our economy in which unions are most highly organized. Unions have to follow the shift in our economy from the f industrial to the service sector, and they are doing that. With IIDIII * the new approaches to organizing that unions are taking, I UHUI jw think that you'll see union membership increase in the years ahead.

Ql Are manufacturing cutbacks the only reason for the decline in membership? A A large section of the work force is extremely reluctant ! to join a union, for many reasons. I think that labor law in America is very unfair and one-sided, and that we need

labor-law reform. We almost had it in 1978, but it fell victim to a Senate filibuster. r Also, we've got to do a better job of improving labor's

image. The last convention of the AFL-CIO appropriated $ 1 million for a program to educate the American people on the goals and meaning of the labor movement.

Another reason is that managements in the United States

are the most anti-union in the democratic world — and I don't say that recklessly. In no other democracy will you see the ferocious opposition to unions that you see in the United States. Only in America do you see "labor-relations consult- ants," who are nothing more than people who teach manage- Douglas Fraser, a longtime president of the United Auto to avoid even to ments how unions and how destroy them. Workers, currently is a professor of itidustrial relations at Wayne State University. Q« Hasn't the loss of members adversely affected labor's political and bargaining influence?

14 AMERICAN LEGION MAGAZINE A There is no question that strength I and size are related. However, I don't think that strength decreases proportionately with size; it depends on your ideas and principles, and on how you spend your resources. More and more unions are devoting greater por- tions of their resources to education, communication and organization. Obviously, you prefer to have 50 mil- lion members, rather than 20 million. But the labor movement in the United States still is very potent.

Qz The national unemployment rate recently fell to about 5.7 percent of the work force — the lowest level in years. What is the outlook for the rest of this year and into 1989? A First, the 5.7 percent is a bit decep- Z tive. A lot of the new jobs that resulted in the low unemployment rate are part-time and service jobs — not all, but many of them. The American people, through their government, have to come to grips with a harsh economic reality: the gigantic deficits in the budget, the national debt and foreign trade. These deficits will be difficult to deal with, so my guess is that unemployment will increase in the months ahead.

Ql Can anything be done about that? A I think we've missed all sorts of opportunities. One of the things that bothers me is the apparent inability of government — both the executive branch and the legislative branch — to deal with problems until they reach an absolute crisis point. We're seeing this over and over again on Social Security and other issues. Everyone knows what to do about the budget — everyone except, apparently, the President. Leaders of both parties know that we have to reduce the budget and increase revenue. The longer the

delay, the more difficult it is going to be.

Qz What are the major problems affecting the U.S. work force today, and what do you think should be done about them? CONSIDER the labor movement BThe major problem nearly always is providing jobs for Z men and women who are ready, willing and eager to I to be a microcosm of American work — providing them with secure, dignified jobs and safe society. If there is inequality in soci- working conditions. I suspect that the American worker's goal — to provide for one's family at a decent level — hasn't ety, that affects the entire nation and, changed over the years. therefore, the work force. I don't think Qz Do any particular public policies cause problems for you can really separate the nation's the labor movement? problems from the worker's, because A I consider the labor movement to be a microcosm of Z American society. If there is inequality in society, that they go hand in hand. affects the entire nation and, therefore, the work force. I

AUGUST 1988 A Well, protectionism is sort of a code word. There are some knee- jerk free traders in this country. But the American people have to insist, through their government, that we introduce the concept of fair trade along with free trade. There is gross discrimination and inequity in our trade relationships with countries such as Japan, Taiwan and South Korea. We have to demand that they open their markets to American goods to the same extent that we've opened our market to their goods.

Q" Do you think that the declining dollar has set the stage for a strong comeback in American exports? A There are signs of that now. I think the fact that other currencies are strengthening against the dollar helps

us in two ways: It improves our ability

to compete with imports, and it makes

HE MAJOR problem nearly always is providing jobs it easier for us to export. A lot of people for men and women who are ready, willing and eager say that the dollar has fallen far enough. The yen is hovering at about 130 to a to providing with secure, dignified work— them dollar; it used to be 240. I don't worry T jobs and safe working conditions. about that. The dollar can slip just a little more.

Ql Many people feel that the only don't think you can really separate the nation's problems way to make American industry more competitive is to from the worker's, because they go hand in hand. make massive new investments in automation. Is that going to displace more workers? Q: Are there any changes in public policy that you'd like Our union always has embraced the notion of new to see? A technology and automation. It's a simple economic fact several. First of all, we have to attack the problem BYes, of life that if you are negotiating a contract and want a larger I of health care. Thirty-seven million Americans have no slice of the economic pie, the easiest way to get it is to make health care of any kind, and millions more have inadequate a bigger pie, and the way to do that is with increased technol- care. Certainly, we have to address that problem. Certainly, ogy. It is bad economics to try to resist or impede new we have to vigorously pursue whatever opportunities we have technology. Also, your competition won't allow you to to reduce the threat of nuclear holocaust. I think we are ignore it. making good strides in that direction. As for the impact on jobs, new technology often results in higher employment. Technology allows you to improve the Ql How serious is the problem of competing with lower- quality of your product and stabilize or reduce its price; this priced imports? makes you more competitive, which means that you can sell That's a real problem, although 1 must say that the A more and, therefore, employ more workers. situation has improved in the past few months. For Yet in certain situations, the introduction of new technol- example, because of the yen-dollar relationship, American ogy results in the loss of jobs. You have to face that reality. A automakers are now competitive with the Japanese. Also, labor leader has to say that change is necessary and inevita- sales of expensive German cars in this country are slowing ble, but that the trick is to manage change in a rational, because the relationship between the dollar and the humane, compassionate way. deutschemark is now more realistic. Unions can say, for example, that they won't deter the American manufacturers still have a problem competing introduction of new technology but will contract the work with low-wage countries such as South Korea. South Koreans force on a rational basis: They will do it by attrition. You are producing some very sophisticated consumer items, never resist the introduction of new technology; you try to working for miserable wages in unsafe conditions under an have it done in an orderly way. oppressive government that doesn't allow labor unions to strike. Those people have a very low standard of living, and Ql Does that include retraining the work force? they deserve to earn more because they are very productive. Yes. You have to prepare the workers so that they can The answer is not to drag our standard of living down to the A: adapt to new technology. A lot of work is being done in level of South Korea's. That is not how you make progress in that regard. this world. Ql How does the massive immigration of low-paid Ql Is protectionism the answer? Please turn to page 42

16 AMERICAN LEGION MAGAZINE PERSPECTIVE IN PRAISE OF THE WORKER

week. They are the heart that pumps life By Charley Reese into the great American economy.

I stopped taking our working men and women for granted during a visit to hhhh| HE great treasure of Egypt. It was my first face-to-face look America is not the land, at Third World poverty. The longer I I as beautiful and bountiful stayed, and the more I inquired about

I as it is. Nor does it consist and studied the subject, the clearer it I of the gold and the paper became that the crucial element of pros- I currency in bank vaults. perity that's missing in so many under- You can find America's developed countries is a skilled work I treasure in any telephone force. mSSktSmBm directory in any city or Most developing countries aren't town in the United States. There you short of university graduates, intellec- will find a representative sample of the tuals, writers, artists and soldiers. What millions of skilled working men and they are short of are carpenters, women who are this nation's greatest mechanics, sheet-metal workers, iron- treasure. workers, cement finishers, painters, As we do with most of our blessings, nurses, secretaries, medical techni- we take these working people for cians, bookkeepers, electricians, granted. It never occurs to us that if it pipefitters, machinists and all the other weren't for them, nothing would be BACKBONE — America's work ethic and skilled people who are so abundant in its enormous skilled labor force are built, and no one would repair our this great land. unequaled in the world. machines and appliances. Were it not Foreigners still think that Americans for this great army of people who know are workaholics. Contrary to what the how to do things and how to do them great towers in our cities are monu- politicians and ideologues say, we are right, our country would collapse over- ments to the people who build them. still admired for being people who night. However, those in the building trades know how to make a country work. This Somehow, we seem to have forgotten are only part of the treasure of America. is still a place where you can build a about them. They are mostly absent The millions of men and women who rocket, produce a million widgets, erect from the television and motion-picture make our industries, businesses and a grand hotel or staff an enormous med- screens, and from the newspapers. service organizations— and, yes, even ical complex. It's no problem. The When a new high-rise office complex is our governments— work also are part of American working man and woman announced, the emphasis usually is on that treasure. can do it. who will occupy it and who is financing Most Americans are like my father. it. Virtually nothing is said about the fashionable these days to talk He worked hard all his life; he took IT'S the amazing team of workers who will about America's decline. It's fash- enormous pride in knowing how to do start with bare ground and blueprints, ionable to talk about the loss of the his job and do it right. Like other work- and with their own hands will build this work ethic. Both are fashionable bunk. ing men and women, he had the integ- great cathedral of commerce. America is not in decline. If it were, rity that so often is missing on Wall For many of us, just building a bird- there wouldn't be so many people try- Street and in Washington. When he died house would be a two-week project. It ing to get here and virtually no one on his front porch one summer evening, seems to be nothing less than a miracle trying to leave. Nor has our work ethic he was still wearing his work clothes. If that a group of working people could so dropped off, either. Think about it: No he had had a choice, he probably would perfectly construct something so large country that's in decline, that doesn't have wanted it that way. so fast. Larger and infinitely more com- have a strong work ethic, could possibly It's because of him and the millions plex than the cathedrals of Europe, the produce the enormous gross national of working people like him that I still product that we do. Look away from the have firm faith in America's future.

Charley Reese is a syndicated columnist on TV screen at the real world. What do Whatever the future brings, it won't the staff of a major daily newspaper in you see? You see men and women work- bring any job that America's working Florida. ing hard day and night, seven days a men and women can't handle.

AUGUST 1988 17 43 years ago this month the world witnessed the • advent of the nuclear age whenaB-29 dropped the

first atomic bomb on Hiroshima

NE after another, the B-29s thundered down the run- way on the island ofTinian and slowly climbed into the starlit morning canopy over the South Pacific. The 9,000-pound "Little Boy" was cradled in the belly of the lead bomber, the Enola Gay, as crew members prepared

for the mission. It was Aug. 6, 1945 —

1 ,217 days after the "day of infamy." Darkness became light and ocean became land as the planes cruised on automatic pilot over the coast of Japan. The recorder was turned on, and Enola GiGAOF Gay pilot Col. Paul W. Tibbets Jr. spoke to his crew over the intercom: "This is for history, so watch your language. We're carrying the first atomic bomb." the The target now loomed just 30 sec- O ENOLA onds away, a sprawling industrial city waking up to another day of manufac- turing ammunition to be used against Thomas Ferebee over their headsets: the United States. Enola Gay crew "... three, two, one. Bomb away!" members pulled dark goggles over their Suddenly almost five tons lighter, the eyes and listened to bombardier Enola Gay pitched violently upward as Tibbets regained control of the silver HAY giant, rolling it into a steep bank and a hard 155-degree right turn. What do 20,000 tons ofexploding TNTlook like?

Tibbets thought. Just don 't go off early. A thousand suns began to rise from ion bombers, the Great Artiste and No. below, and the cabin of the Enola Gay results of their mis- 91 , surveyed the lighted up like a welder's torch. Nine sion, then sped back to Tinian. Three miles away from the target, the plane days later, a similar bomb would fall on rumbled and rocked from a massive Nagasaki, forcing Japan to surrender. shock wave; it rocked again from the echo of the blast. TODAY, the Enola Gay, the most At 8:16 a.m., Hiroshima was no famous of the B-29 "Superfortresses" more. The Enola Gay and its compan- of World War II, gathers dust in a Smith- sonian Institution warehouse in Suit- plane's massive wings, TINIAN 12 — Crew members of the his- land, Md. The toric mission were selected by Tibbets 141 feet from tip to tip, have been (second from right). clipped; its 99-foot fuselage is split in

AMERICAN LEGION MAGAZINE 18 half. In the words of Gen. Douglas Mac- experts and any necessary replacement Arthur, the Enola Gay, like old soldiers, parts. The package also includes the OME PEOPLE soy is fading away literally and in memory. financing of a special facility to house 5 Some of the men who served under the Enola Gay. The plane, they said, that we will insult Tibbets in his hand-picked 509th Com- would remain the property of the the Japanese posite Group refuse to allow the plane Smithsonian. if restore this to fade into obscurity. They have Backers of the project said they we formed the Enola Gay Restoration believe that the Strategic Air Command historic plane. Association, which has been negotiat- museum near Omaha is the most fitting ing with the Smithsonian to restore the home for the Enola Gay. That proposal

bomber to its original condition and to has the support of Nebraska lawmakers Watson's publication of a story about

move it to a suitable location for public and SAC Commander Gen. John Chain. the Enola Gay in 1987 that led to the display. The plane was built in nearby Bellevue, formation of the restoration group. Donald C. Rehl and Frank Stewart, Neb. Conceived by Gen. Henry "Hap" co-directors of the Indianapolis-based "When the Enola Gay is restored and Arnold, there was nothing to match the

non-profit group, are seeking public properly displayed to the public, she B-29 when it rolled off the assembly support for the bomber's restoration. will be a shining tribute to those who Rehl and Stewart served as pilot and served faithfully in the 509th," said MOM'S THE WORD-On the eve of the navigator, respectively, in Tibbets' secret association member Elbert Watson, Hiroshima mission, Tibbets named the B- bomber group, and were training in publisher of World War II Times. It was 29 Superfortress after his mother. Wendover, Utah, when the mission over Hiroshima was flown. "There are many compelling rea-

sons why it should be restored," Stewart said. "It is a sobering symbol and reminder of the fra- gility of peace. The first atomic mission and the Enola Gay will have a significant place in his- tory." The historic bomber has been the property of the Smithsonian Air and Space Museum since 1949, when the Air

Force donated it for preservation. Dur- ing the early years, the plane marked time on the ground in Chicago, Texas and Arizona. It made its last flight in 1953, landing at Andrews Air Force Base in Maryland. It later was disman- tled and taken to the Smithsonian's

Paul E. Garber facility, where it now shares cramped quarters with about 75 other aircraft. Smithsonian craftsmen have done some restoration in the cockpit and bomb-bay section, but according to Rehl, the work has been painstakingly slow. So slow, in fact, that he and other members of the association are con- vinced that the plane never will be fully restored.

"It's disheartening," Rehl said. "We understand that the Smithsonian has a limited budget and is understaffed, but it has found the resources to restore aircraft that came long after the Enola Gay." The restoration group wants to work with the Smithsonian, and plans to offer it a detailed package that would include the services of restoration

AUGUST 1988 19 "What a beautiful plane she was, and still is," Tibbets said, looking up at the Plexiglas nose of the machine. "The B- 29 handled like a charm." Tibbets was to the B-29 what Chuck Yeager would later become to super- sonic jets. Tibbets, who was the first American to fly a mission over German-occupied Europe in a B-17 bomber, was the point man in testing the bulky B-29. He challenged it

relentlessly, pushing it to every extreme and through every conceivable hair- raising maneuver. He suggested changes and modifications, then punished the plane some more before

declaring it "the best flying machine I ever flew." PUBLIC PLEA — Government restoration of the Enola Gay has Tibbets named the plane after his come to a standstill. Tibbets and members of his crew are seeking public support for restoring the bomber. mother, Enola Gay Tibbets. "When I decided to fly planes, she was the only one who supported me," he said. "My line at Martin Aircraft Co. The Boeing- lights at the cavernous Air Force father would never let me near planes or built plane had four powerful fuel- Museum at Wright-Patterson Air Force motorcycles — he hated them. He

injected engines, reversible-pitch pro- Base in Dayton, Ohio. Nearly all vis- thought I would end up killing myself pellers and the first pressurized cabin. itors stand in awe of the machine. Paul on either one of them." But there is The zenith of air technology of that day, Tibbets is among those visitors. Please turn to page 48 the B-29 could fly faster, higher and longer than any Axis bomber.

But the Enola Gay is the best-remem- bered of the B-29s. "There are a lot of HIROSHIMA: WAS IT JUSTIFIED? fellows who will tell you that plane saved their lives," Rehl said. Indeed, refused to surrender In 1959, 14 years after the day of even as the bomber flew to Hiroshima, JAPAN unconditionally, so Col. PaulW. the bomb, the Japanese officer who U.S. war strategists were mapping out Tibbets, commander of the 15 led the attack on Pearl Harbor vis- plans for Operation Olympic and Oper- bomber crews of the secret 509th ited the American officer who flew ation Coronet — the invasions of main- Composite Group, was ordered to the atomic-bomb mission over land Japan. It's been estimated that prepare for a special bombing mis- Hiroshima. Tibbets recalled the there would have been as many as 1 sion over one of three Japanese meeting: "Mitsuo Fuchida told me million Allied casualties in those cities: Nagasaki, Kokura or the pri- that had the United States invaded assaults; a fourth would have been mary target, Hiroshima. Japan, Japanese losses would have killed. Japanese losses, both military Tibbets' Enola Gay and six other equaled or been greater than those of and civilian, would have been even B-29s lifted off from Tinian during Americans involved in the invasion. greater, by most accounts. the early morning hours of Aug. 6, He said that every man, woman and intention to turn the "It's not our 1945. Three would fly to the target child would have resisted an inva- display of the into Enola Gay some cities and radio back weather condi- sion, and they would have been pre- shrine or a moneymaking Disney tions to Tibbets. The Great Artiste pared to do so with sticks and World," Stewart said. "The Enola Gay is and No. 91 would accompany the stones. By not invading, lives were history, but as passes, people will time Enola Gay to photograph and record saved on both sides." its in bringing that forget significance the effects of the atomic bomb. Top That view was shared by one of the war to an end, and prospect of Secret would fly to Iwo Jima as a Japan's leading physicians, Dr. Taro restoring this plane will become more backup plane, should the Enola Gay Takemi, who wrote in the Journal of remote. That's why we're not giving develop mechanical problems. American Medicine in 1983: "It up." At 7:24 a.m., the weather plane [Japan] surely would have lost the over Hiroshima reported clear skies. war and many people would have Japanese father directs his wife THE At 8:14, the Enola Gay began its starved if the atom bomb had not and three children to move closer bomb run; at 8: 15: 17, the bomb-bay been dropped. When one considers together so that he can take their picture doors snapped open. At 8:16, the the possibility that the Japanese standing in front of Bock's Car, the B-29 bomb exploded 1 ,890 feet above military would have sacrificed the that dropped the plutonium-enriched Hiroshima. Three days later, Maj. entire nation if it were not for the bomb on Nagasaki. Although most Charles Sweeney piloted Bock's Car atomic-bomb attack, this bomb people remember the name "Enola over Nagasaki and dropped a second might be described as having saved Gay," few remember the name of this atomic bomb called "Fat Boy." Japan." bomber. Yet it gleams under the spot-

20 AMERICAN LEGION MAGAZINE PANAMA CANAL

The Country Is Like An Armed Camp'

a few others. The attempt was easily put By Philip C. Clarke down; one protester reportedly was wrapped in an American flag and beaten. Noriega since has purged his EN YEARS have passed ranks of disaffected remnants and pro- since the U.S. Senate, by a moted about 100 of his more fervent one-vote margin, ratified loyalists. the Panama Canal treaties Yet the dangers of doing nothing ulti- calling for the canal's com- mately could prove greater. On the dip- plete turnover to Panama lomatic and propaganda fronts, Noriega Dec. 31, 1999. But don't has accused the United States of violat- look for any lOth-anniver- ing the canal treaties, demanded the sary celebrations. Instead, withdrawal of all U.S. forces now and Washington finds itself embroiled in a called for the canal's nationalization. In struggle by the Panamanian people to "rent-a-mob" street demonstrations, end two decades of domination by a Noriega supporters, many wearing corrupt and repressive military dynasty. T-shirts with the slogan "The canal is At stake are the future of the Panama ours," chant, "Gringos, go home!" Canal and of America's vital interests Washington has firmly rejected in the region. Nearly half of all U.S. Panama's propagandistic demands. But trade, two-thirds of our imported oil under treaty terms, the directorship of and more than half of the strategic min- STAND-OFF—A showdown between the the binational commission, which over- erals from overseas pass through the United States and Panamanian strong- sees canal operations, in 1990 will pass canal or the Gulf of Mexico. man Noriega seems inevitable. from an American to a Panamanian The prospects of a secure and stable selected by the military regime. And in democracy appear bleak. At this stage, ton along for several weeks, Noriega the step-by-step transfer of the canal, U.S. options are few and uninviting. rejected its "plea bargaining" offer to more than 60 percent of its assets Washington is well aware that any overt drop drug indictments if the general already have gone to Panama. action to remove Panamanian President would leave Panama until next May's Both Havana and Managua have Manuel Antonio Noriega and his scheduled elections — elections that pledged "revolutionary" support to cronies, however justified, inevitably critics predict will be rigged or stolen Noriega. The Soviets, despite Mikhail would ignite a firestorm of anti-Yankee by the military in any case. And Gorbachev's glasnost and talk of new protest throughout Latin America and, Noriega supporters now hint that the agreements with Washington, are lend- indeed, much of the rest of the world. general himself may decide to run for ing the Panamanian strongman rhetori- Economic sanctions aimed at president, riding a wave of anti-U.S. cal and ideological backing. The United Noriega appear counterproductive. So nationalism generated by his confronta- States, for its part, is keeping close far, a cutoff in U.S. aid and freeze on tion with the "colossus of the north." watch for any sign of a serious threat to bank payments have unintentionally A "palace coup" against Noriega, American citizens in Panama or to the imposed new hardships on Panama's while always a possibility, appears canal. The standoff is delicate and people and raised the prospect of $1.5 remote in the wake of an abortive revolt potentially explosive. "The country is billion in emergency U.S. aid to repair last March by a disgruntled colonel and like an armed camp, and tensions are the damage. Noriega, for his part, running high," said Merchant Marine blamed Washington for wrecking the Capt. John E. Wallace, who was a country's economy and threatens to sue THE LEGION'S POSITION senior Panama Canal pilot for 20 of his the United States in the World Court for 28 years in Panama. $5 billion. Res. 39, adopted by the National "If the United States puts too much Executive Committee in October Likewise, US. diplomatic pressure pressure on Noriega," warned Wallace, 1986, urges the United States to take has backfired. After stringing Washing- "I can see a time when he might try to any action necessary to ensure that sabotage the canal. It would be very the Panama Canal is operated effi- Philip C. Clarke has covered the interna- to drain Gatun Lake or knock ciently and in a manner consistent simple tional since cor- scene WWII as a foreign with U.S. national security interests. out a major spillway, in which case the respondent and military affairs expert. Please turn to page 50

AUGUST 1988 21 GENTLEMEN, VOICE YOUR ENGINES!

cars with recorders like the ones com- By Stanley H. Brams mercial aircraft carry; these recorders will track performance and record EMEMBER Buck Rogers? potential problems. It's not hard to do His world was one of far- electronically. When the owner takes I out imagination — landings the car in for a checkup, the technician P JB on distant stars and incred- will have a ready record of what needs "*^H ible mechanical devices. attention. Yet those "impossible" In the future, car bodies will be made I episodes of years past are mostly of plastic rather than metal, I facts of life today. which will result in weight savings and hHHhmJI The same is true of relatively quick repair of dents by bolt- automobiles. When you read about ing in replacement body sections. And what's in store for tomorrow's cars, plastics don't rust.

don't react with disbelief: The models Plastic sections will make it easier you'll be able to buy in the '90s will do for designers to move ahead on today's things that are hard to imagine now. wafers that range from thumbnail-size experimental cars. Teardrop styling They'll provide maplike directions on a to several inches long. Clusters of them will become more pronounced, and

screen, mile by mile and even block by fit into "black boxes," whose functions wedge shapes will lose favor as time block between your starting point and range from controlling the air-and-fuel goes by. your destination. Their doors will open mixture in the engine cylinders to Front lighting will be revolutionary. and engines will start at the sound of adjusting the springs to balancing road Headlamps no longer will be used; your voice; no keys will be needed. roughness and leveling the vehicle. instead, cars will sport a narrow beam They'll steer through four wheels rather One study indicates that chips and all the way across the front. (Sylvania than two, so you'll be able to almost black boxes — including actuators, reportedly is developing an eight-seg- slip sideways out of a tight parking microprocessors and transducers — ment unit of that sort now.) Such a unit space. Engineers are working today on account for about 12 percent of the total will do a better job of lighting.

such innovations — and more. cost of a car. That study estimates that Moreover, it will allow the front end of Many of these advances, all the way this will grow to 17 percent by 1995. the car to dip lower, reducing wind from automatic darkening of the rear- Thus, if a 1995 model costs $20,000, resistance (hence adding to fuel econ- view mirror to smoother-shifting trans- its electronic devices will represent omy) and giving designers more free- missions, have a common root: elec- about $3,400 of that amount. dom in streamlining. tronics. Tomorrow's autos, small and large, New styling may spring from the Today's automobiles generally con- will have more than 125 chips. They installation of two small engines rather tain 50 to 75 electronic chips — thin will control and monitor the car's basic than one big engine. That approach, functions, such as the engine, transmis- which is being researched at Honda in A Detroit resident, Stanley H, Brams has sion, frame, lights, and heating and Japan, would permit the creation of been writing about the automotive indus- cooling systems. entirely new body designs, maybe with try for more than 50 years. There are some plans to equip future winglike structures housing power plants

22 AMERICAN LEGION MAGAZINE on the sides. Operating economies can also be achieved with that kind of approach. Both engines could run dur- ing start-up and when maximum power is needed, and one could be cut off when power needs are minimal, as when cruising at sustained speed. This would resemble four-wheel-drive sys- tems that can be switched on and off as needed. When you start the engine of a future car, it will be so silent that you may need a little light on the dashboard or rying the national economy far forward the United States. steering wheel to tell you it's running. because of reduced dependence on That development is voice control. The engine's power will be exquisitely foreign oil. Energy Secretary John Her- When you buy your future car, your controlled, thanks to both mechanical rington recently said that such power voice will be matched to a control improvements and electronics. plants could get 60 to 70 miles per gal- device. Your voice then will command lon of fuel, thanks to their greater effi- many of the car's operations. It will FUTURE engines will be smaller. ciency per unit of energy. open the door; it will start the engine; it Aluminum components will replace In any case, tomorrow's fuels almost will adjust your seat. The car won't steel to reduce weight. Valve timing surely will contain the ethanol or perform those functions for anyone will electronically control speed, accel- methanol additives that are found today except you or someone whom you eration, deceleration and "load" (as in some brands. Auto manufacturers are authorize to share voice control. when driving up a steep hill), saving making provisions for this in their All cars of the near future, not just fuel and lengthening engine life. designs of future engines, since it will today's luxury models, will have light- On the horizon is a completely differ- save petroleum supplies. A University sensitive devices that automatically ent kind of engine, somewhat akin to of Michigan study two years ago fore- darken your rearview mirror when a car aircraft power plants: an automobile cast gas prices of $1.20 a gallon in comes up behind you with its bright gas turbine. It's driven by highly com- 1990, $1.50 five years after that and beam on. Similarly, all front lights will pressed gas flowing through a family of $1.70 in 2000. And that's without a dim from high beam to low when silicon carbide ceramics that are now Middle East disturbance, which led to oncoming cars appear, then return to being developed and tested. The new the gas-price explosion in 1973. high. And window glass will darken versions of those ceramics are light and The keyless car is already here, using slightly under the sun's direct rays, like strong, and their great virtue is their numerical combinations like those of a the eyeglasses you can buy today. ability to withstand the intense heat that safe; you press the correct numbers in A development that will be wide- turbines generate. sequence and the door opens. But that's spread before 1990 is steering through The turbines that future ceramics can tame compared with a development four wheels instead of two. Engineers make possible will use inexpensive that is being worked on all over the say that electronically regulated four- fuels, saving motorists money and car- industry, internationally as well as in Please turn to page 51

AUGUST 1988 23 Commentary

Seven-Step Plan To Make AMERICA Competitive

WeVe oil got to bleed o little" soys Lee lococco, who proposes tough notionol policies to helpAmerico regoin its competitive edge.

competing. Getting competitive again keep it up. Nobody's talking about clos- By Lee Iacocca is going to be expensive. We won't do it ing the borders. But we can't let the with pep rallies and lapel buttons; it's American market be the dumping going to take a lot of sacrifice. ground for the world's excess capacity, LOOKS like competitive- I've got a plan to make America com- either. And that's what we're doing. ness is going to be the big petitive again. My plan has seven points We'll probably all pay a little more at

issue in this year's presi- — each of them simple and all of them the store for imports, and it might be dential election. Let me tell expensive. tougher to control inflation. But there's • nTyou what we're up against No. 1 on my list is to cut thefederal no free lunch. as a nation right now. This budget deficit. Almost a trillion-and-a • No. 3: If we're going to compete, is a quote from Wataru half dollars of new federal debt just in we've got to change the tax code. We Haraizumi, a prominent this decade and an annual bill for spent a whole year on tax reform and member of the Japanese interest alone that's pushing $190 billion only got one of the three right. I'll grant

Diet: "Americans have never had an —we've got to be losing our minds! We that the new law is fairer. But it had to economic or business competitor of this went from the biggest creditor nation to be revenue-neutral, they said, so it magnitude. This is why you Americans biggest debtor nation in just a couple of didn't raise a dime against the deficit. are having a hard time with us. You're years because we've had to suck in so And it shifted about $120 billion unnaturally scared." much foreign capital to feed this monster. directly onto the backs of American He's absolutely right; we're unnatu- business. So we got less competitive.

rally scared. But what are we afraid of? when we try to get the Japanese We must reform taxes again. And I Have we suddenly forgotten how to ANDand others to mend their mercan- have a strong hunch that some of those compete? tilistic ways, they throw our own rate cuts most of us got last time might We've got the natural resources, debt right in our faces and say, "If you not be there when it's over. we've got the technology and we've got didn't have a budget deficit, you • No. 4: We need an energy policy. the human talent to compete with any- wouldn't have such a huge trade We're right back in the 1960s, joyriding body What we seem to lack is the will deficit." And of course, they're abso- on cheap gas again. We just won't learn to compete. I'm talking about the lutely right. Since 1980 we've run up a from history. We cannot compete with- national will. I'm talking about cumulative trade deficit of almost $700 out a secure and independent energy national policies designed to help billion. That's a lot of IOUs. source, but we have been capping our America compete, like the national But how do you fix it? You have to cut wells. policies in the countries that are clean- spending and raise taxes. That means To maintain our energy independence, ing our clock right now. sacrifice by everybody. we've all got to bleed a little. We need And maybe at the bottom of this • No. 2 on my list is a competitive an oil-import fee, or better still, a gas whole lack of will is the fact that we trade policy. We're playing by different tax— or both, so we don't get hooked on don't want to face up to the costs of rules than everybody else, and we can't foreign oil again.

24 AMERICAN LEGION MAGAZINE on the Lee lacocca, one of the corporate graduate schools in the But do you know what the productiv- nation 's top executives, is world; Harvard and ity gains have been on the non-manu- chairman of Chrysler raiders and Stanford are meccas for facturing side — in the service sector? Corp. run them the brightest students Zero. And with the shrinkage in manu- from Japan, Korea and facturing, 76 percent of our labor, force out of • No. 5: We've got to everywhere else. But is now in the service sector. gang up on the corporate town. across town in our high Do we really want to become just a raiders and run them out schools we have students service economy? Or do we want to of town. Last year more who can't read or write, encourage the investment needed to money was spent on take- can't count and— you make our heavy industry— and our overs in this country than can bet on it— can't country— even more competitive? I on all the new plants and compete. think the answer is obvious if we're equipment, and a lot of We've got to spend serious about competing in the world. our best management talent that should more money on education if we're Those are my seven simple points: have been trying to ward off the Ger- going to catch up. We've got to do a lot cut the deficit, give us a trade policy, mans and the Japanese was busy ward- more than just throw money at the prob- take another stab at tax reform, main- ing off the raiders. lem, of course, but we can't duck the tain our energy independence, run off We need to stop that, and of course costs. the corporate raiders, give our kids a there's a cost. All the easy money made • No. 7: Companies have to spend better education and encourage more by the raiders, the arbitrageurs and the whatever it takes to get more competitive investment in our industrial productiv- paper-pushers on Wall Street will have than the people overseas. And there's ity. They're simple, but they're all to be made— as John Houseman says— some good news on this one: We are. expensive. They all mean sacrifice. the old-fashioned way. The whole manufacturing sector has We don't need any more blue-ribbon • The sixth point in my plan is to give chalked up productivity gains of more commissions to study American com- our kids an education that equips them to than 4 percent a year during the '80s, petitiveness. All we need is a blue-ribbon compete. Here's an irony that I just can't compared with 2 percent a year during commitment to accept the costs of mak- fathom. America still has the best the '70s. ing America competitive again.

AUGUST 1988 25 Interview THE DEFENSE OF EUROPE

T01GH DECISIONS AHEAD

The INF Treaty has accelerated the need for the United States and its NATO allies to improve their conventional forces in Europe, Gen. Bernard W. Rogers, former NATO commander says in this exclusive interview.

American Legion Magazine: Now that the Inter- A Clearly, we must vigorously pursue a satisfactory agree- mediate-Range Nuclear Forces Treaty has been signed, ment for verifiable, balanced reduction of conventional

where do we go from here in ensuring Western Europe's forces. I also believe that we should move forward on a 50 defense? percent reduction of strategic missiles. We should tie that agreement to a satisfactory agreement on the conventional General Rogers: We must keep our deterrent's credibility side; otherwise, we will lose leverage with the Soviets. level as high as possible. That that we have to con- means What will cause the Soviets to want to reduce their con- tinue to press all nations, including the United States NATO ventional forces, when they have such a disparity in their itself, to improve their conventional forces. This treaty favor? If they want a START agreement so badly, they may doesn't change that, but it does make it more urgent that we well come around on the conventional side if we keep that get on with it. leverage up. We should have applied that leverage with the

INFTreaty, but we didn't. Let's not lose it here. OL What should our priorities be? Since warheads are considered in these strategic negotia- I've always believed that the first priority should be to A tions, we must be careful that we don't put all of our improve the forces we have already committed to warheads on too few missiles. To reduce U.S. vulnerability to Europe. Second, we should continue to modernize our a Soviet first strike, we need to have mobile ICBMs with forces, while we search for ways to take advantage of our fewer warheads than we have on our ICBMs that are stuck in strengths and Warsaw Pact weaknesses. And third, we the ground. To me, that dictates going more to the Midget- should consider raising additional forces. man, which is mobile and has a single warhead. Those are the priorities we had for at least the eight years Also, I think we need to take a look at our ballistic-missile when I was NATO commander. submarine fleet to see whether we wish to keep so many warheads submarine. Perhaps we should have more Q. How else can NATO maintain the credibility of its on each deterrent? submarines with fewer missiles on each. BWe have to implement the second half of the Montebello NATO also needs to ensure that it has a strategy for arms decision of October 1983. This was to reduce nuclear control. What we have been doing is responding to the theater weapons to fewer than 4,600. We finished that last initiatives of General Secretary Gorbachev. A NATO strategy year. But in addition, there was an agreement that we would would determine how far down the slope of denuclearization modernize our remaining nuclear forces. we should go. How should we handle Gorbachev's proposal We also should ensure that we have improved and pro- for a nuclear-free zone throughout central Europe? Would we tected our dual-capable aircraft. They really are the only consider giving up dual-capable aircraft, even though the

platform we have left that I think can retain some credibility Soviets have twice as many as we do? as a deterrent. QL Is it wishful thinking to believe that other NATO Q> What about countering the Soviets' massive land nations will increase their conventional forces to offset the forces in Europe? coming reduction in intermediate-range missiles?

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A Yes. We have been unable to con- vince the people of Western Europe that there is a threat to their freedom— that down the road, the Soviets might well neutralize Western Europe without firing a shot. That has been my greatest concern. I'd say that the chances are slim to none that additional resources will be made available by Western European countries that are headed by coalitions or by minority governments. There are few votes for defense in such nations; the votes are for public and social pro- grams. That is not unique to that side of the Atlantic, either; we have the same problem here.

Q- As commander of NATO's forces, did you get the impression WIDENING GAP -Warsaw Pact nations lead NATO forces in conventional capabilities. that the Soviets really intend to attack Western Europe? A No. But I do believe that they intend to accomplish the NATO's overall equation of deterrence. If there should be a objective I described. I don't think the Soviets want war in Western Europe— a confrontation between the War- war— they want to gain the fruits of victory without the pains saw Pact and NATO — I believe that it would come as a of war. The Warsaw Pact's massive conventional forces spillover from a confrontation of the superpowers someplace could merely threaten to seize territory in Western Europe. else. I believe that the INF Treaty may well accelerate the achievement of that objective. It causes NATO to give up Q. The deployment of Pershing missiles must have most of its nuclear deterrent, which is the key factor in struck you as being a great demonstration of will in Western Europe. Would NATO do that again if the Soviets don't adhere to the INF Treaty? A I think it is a myth to believe that Western Europeans would ever again undergo the trauma that they did between December 1979, the decision time, and December 1983, when we first deployed the Pershing and cruise mis-

siles. I believe that those missiles are going to come out

HAVE BEEN unable to convince the people of Western Europe that there

is a threat to their freedom. »«#•••••••••

whether or not the INF Treaty is ratified. I just can't believe that any government in Western Europe could face the wrath of its people by retaining them now that the United States has declared those weapons to be dispensable.

0. Supporters of the INF Treaty have indicated that the 4,000 atomic warheads that will remain in Europe are adequate insurance. How do you react to this? A That is misleading the people. Remember that NATO's mission is to deter war. The Soviets must perceive that they will suffer greater pain than gain, should they attack. Gen. Bernard W. Rogers, a former Rhodes Scholar and The 4,000-warhead stockpile includes a few nuclear chiefofstaffofthe U.S. Army, commanded NATOforces in maritime depth charges, which have a range of zero. Then Europefor eight years before retiring last year. there are hundreds of artillery-fired projectiles with a range Please turn to page 49

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A„„„-,„ Legion will review its stand on judicial review, and make records were discovered recently, raising new hope for many recommendations that would preserve the interests of service-connected disabled veterans who have been unable individual veterans and the integrity of the VA appeals to establish VA claims for compensation because their system. He said that he made the commitment at the sena- records were destroyed in a 1973 fire at the National Per- tor's request when Glenn's Senate Committee on Gov- sonnel Record Center in St. Louis. ernmental Affairs reported out the VA Cabinet bill without VA Administrator Thomas K. Turnage said the records are amendments.

on 9 1 magnetic tapes turned over to the National Archives by In clarifying its position, the Legion is seeking legislation the National Research Council, a private organization that that would uphold limited judicial review in cases involving conducted research on the Army during the '50s. the validity of VA regulations or other constitutional issues. The records, which have been turned over to the NPRC, The Legion also wants improved VA adjudication and contain medical information on battle injuries treated in appeals processes, and clearer guidelines on veterans' rights Army hospitals during the 1942-45 World War II period and and privileges under the appeals system. the 1950-54 Korean War period. While most of the records "To deny The American Legion the right to be heard in a involve Army and Army Air Corps veterans, the VA said the public forum violates the legislative process, which is so tapes also contain records of members of other service essential in solving an issue as complex as this one," Comer branches who were admitted to Army hospitals during those said. "We have no fear of open debate and honest discussion. periods. We do adamantly oppose hanging such an important piece of

Information from the records is not available yet because legislation as an ornament on unrelated legislation, where it

of the technical complexity involved in converting the data would receive little, if any. consideration on its own merits." from the tapes, Turnage said. The NPRC has completed the According to Comer, the House maneuver "would allow a conversion of 1944 records, which covers 3.5 million entries vote on judicial review without benefit of hearings and for 2.4 million service members. The 1945 records should be consideration by the House Veterans Affairs Committee, available soon, and work on Korean War records will follow. where debate rightly should begin. One can only wonder at A VA spokesman said that records for 1942 and 1943 will the underlying motives of those who seek to circumvent not be the most difficult to convert because of inconsistent only the established legislative process, but also fundamental numerical-coding systems used during those years. fair play.

The VA currently is crosschecking files to determine what "Clearly, it is necessary for The American Legion to take

claims cases can be reopened. Veterans who seek further immediate action. I have sent a letter to the speaker of the information are advised to contact the nearest VA regional House, firmly stating our opposition to these maneuvers, and office. A toll-free number is listed in telephone directories. have followed that letter with telephone calls to key members Turnage said the VA has established Project Expedite to of the House. provide special emphasis on tracking applicants' inquiries "There are many in Congress who believe, as we do, that and timely updates on the project. these issues deserve the benefit of the full legislative process. They face powerful opposition. By our letters, phone calls, telegrams and personal visits, we let them know that we stand squarely behind them. They will then face their opposition The smoke from the judicial-review con with the knowledge that they have the support they need in troversy had barely cleared when Nat'l Cmdr. John P. "Jake" order to prevail." Comer was back on Capitol Hill, trying to ward off other legislation that would weaken veterans' rights. Comer issued a Legion legislative alert in June, when he of Illinois Rep. Tony Aff veterans' -employment-assistance bill, learned that Rep. Lane Evans and 1 Coehlo of California were attempting to add a judicial-review S. 999, which was virtually written by members of the measure to the HUD-Independent Agencies Appropriations Legion's Economics Commission, has been signed into law Bill. Meanwhile, Sen. Alan K. Simpson of Wyoming was by the President. Public Law 100-323 reinforces the system attempting to attach a judicial-review amendment to S. 533, through which veterans'-employment assistance is delivered the bill that would elevate the VA to Cabinet status. at Job Service offices nationwide. The law will do much to Comer led a successful alert in April, thwarting a Senate stem the tide of "devolution," a current proposal that would committee's attempt to add judicial-review legislation to turn control of employment services over to the states. If S. 533. devolution were to occur, it would be extremely difficult to "The move in the Senate is particularly offensive," said enforce veterans '-preference law. Comer, "because such a maneuver was soundly rejected at The legislation establishes a mandatory staff of about the insistence of The American Legion while the VA-eleva- 1,600 Local Veterans' Employment Representatives tion bill was still in committee. Such a maneuver would deny (LVERs) in the Employment Service and prevents major The American Legion the opportunity to clarify its long- staff reductions in veterans' training programs. It also standing position concerning judicial review of individual provides funding for the Veterans Job Training Act and makes veterans' claims." it a multiyear operation instead of a short-range program that Comer said he promised Sen. John Glenn of Ohio that the requires regular extensions.

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Awards $311,600 To 11 Organizations

HE American project to educate coaches Legion Child and physical-education teach- Welfare Foun- ers about Marfan Syndrome,

d a t i o n has and how early detection can awarded a rec- help its victims live normal ord $31 1,600 to lives.

1 1 non-profit • The Near Eastside Multi-

organizations Service Center Inc. , Indianap- T that benefit olis, $5,600, for its project to America's children and help families deal with drug youths. This year's total was abuse. the largest amount of money • The Adam Walsh Child awarded in the foundation's Resource Center, West Palm 34-year history. Beach, Fla., $50,000, for its The record amount comes community program to teach in a year in which Nat'l Cmdr. children and teachers how to John P. "Jake" Comer has lead safer lives. pledged to add $1 million to In announcing the 1988-89 the foundation's coffers grants to the National Execu- before the national conven- tive Committee during May's tion in September. "But it's Spring Meetings, Eugene V. purely coincidental," said Lindquist, chairman of the U.S. "Udie" Grant, the foun- National Commission on dation's president. "The Children and Youth, said, amount designated this year "This has truly been a magical was based on revenue for last year for the foundation. year, not this year. Comer's Comer has proved without a splendid efforts, however, doubt that one man who has could affect the amount of serious resolve can move PLAYING SAFE— One of the organizations that received a mountains. grants that we award next CWF grant was the Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh for its year. injury-prevention and safety program. "Without the help of a Receiving grants for 1988- national mailing system or 89 were: professional fund-raisers, • American Legion Post 59 of Aber- Babysitter's Guide," which teaches your commander has almost single- deen, Idaho, $58,000, for its project baby sitters how to recognize seizures handedly put us right on schedule to

"Am I the Only One?" and for nation- and give proper first aid. raise $1 million by the time of the wide distribution of a booklet for sexu- • The International Rett Syndrome national convention," Lindquist said. ally abused children. Association, Fort Washington, Md., In a recent tour of eight departments, • The Aplastic Anemia Foundation, $9,000, for "Project Awareness: What Comer was given more than $100,000 Baltimore, $24,500, for the first half of Is Rett Syndrome?" for CWF. At press time, total donations its two-year project "Aplastic Anemia: • The National Crime Prevention were just over $863,000, with $12,000 Educating the Public and Professional." Council, Washington, D.C., $13,000, coming from outside the Legion family. • Big Brothers/Big Sisters of for its project "Charting Success," Continued outstanding support has America, Philadelphia, $61,300, for which includes a workbook for teen- been displayed by Sons of the American "Project Empower," which helps pro- agers on crime prevention and commu- Legion, as well as by Legion posts. tect children from sexual abuse and nity-service programs. Auxiliary units, and Eight and Forty exploitation. • The National Jewish Center for salons. SAL's National Executive Com- • The Children's Hospital of Immunology and Respiratory Medi- mittee authorized a $15,000 donation Pittsburgh, $35,500, for its injury- cine, Denver, $25,500, for producing from the organization. Among addi- prevention and safety program. and distributing videotapes on pedi- tional donations were $2,300 from the

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Individuals who have contributed $50 or more, as of May 27, 1988:

In memory of Emma R Kraja J. L. Floyd Illinois Harold L. Gardner Virginia Louis Milimazzo New Hampshire by Mylio S. Kraja Ohio David F FJohannon Kansas Donald H. Quackenbush Virginia George and KristineWest New Hampshire W. R Howie Texas Robert J. Martin Massachusetts James & Florence Latham Washington Richard and Susan Pond New Hampshire John Imming Texas Robert W. Groccia Massachusetts Fred B. Taylor, Jr. Washington Mary Estelle Mohr New York James R. Kelley Pennsylvania John M. Carey Michigan Donald Snyder Washington Joyce D. Noyes New York Joleene Olivia Doane Arizona Tony Roper Mississippi Robert P. McCreery Wyoming James and Syble Morton Oklahoma Linda R. Garland Arizona Durward D. Hodgkin Nebraska Helen F. Benth Wyoming Rev. Frank G. Ladner Tennessee Richard R. Lawton California Lawrence E. Sharidan New Hampshire Charles H. Boschert Missouri C. Pauline Ross California Dan Hetherington California Don C. Montoya New Mexico Richard J. Kepler Arizona Lou Williams Florida Matthew P. Salva Connecticut Allan Eng-Achson New York Walter & Patsy Gaebel California J. W. Cassels Georgia John C. Orr Florida Fibertek, Inc. Pennsylvania Efigene S. Dorotheo, Sr. Canada Robert Q. Green Georgia Richard L. Lehr, Sr. Florida Renardo A. Matteucci Pennsylvania James Nelson Pruett, Jr. Florida Lucille Graves Iowa James A. Thompson Florida Arthur "Hal" Reede Pennsylvania William Ottino Idaho Donovan E. Walling Kansas Margaret A. Lewis Georgia Robert M. Cowden Texas Bernard Schwarz Illinois Dallas R Dean Maryland

F. W. Reilly PTA Illinois Ray Greenwood Vermont Frank R. Kossa Indiana Raymond F. Noyes Maryland Dora Dodson Illinois Willie & Margaret Taylor Virginia Barton Tomlinson Massachusetts Viola Moltzen North Dakota Cletus Lehne Illinois L.EIdon James Virginia Mr. & Mrs. Quentin D. Sealy Mississippi Raymond Clark Washington

Department donations as of June 10, 1988: Department Commander Amount Department Commander Amount Department Commander Amount Alabama Clayton E. Moneymaker $ 7,827 Kansas C.A. Houk $15,915 Ohio Richard J. Cherry $24,102 Alaska Thomas V. Ruff $ 5,117 Kentucky Michael D. Leon $ 4,317 Oklahoma James C. Morton $ 1,014 Arizona James B. Kirk $ 2,285 Louisiana Sterling Hebert $ 6,716 Oregon Harry Klug $12,885 Arkansas Martha McQuain $ 3,130 Maine Earl B. Colby Jr. $ 4,169 Panama Dan McDonald $ 20 California Mike Canales $25,686 Maryland R. Lee Fisher $11,559 Pennsylvania Ronald F. Conley $ 9,559 Canada Patrick Neumann $ 446 Massachusetts Paul A. Morin $88,304 Philippines William H. Sener $ 35 Colorado Tilson Gorsuch $ 5,574 Mexico Frank H. Nolan $ 535 Puerto Rico Isidoro Cerpa Jr. $ 1,900 Connecticut Raymond R. Bigelow $ 7,644 Michigan Roy B. Cicotte $10,881 Rhode Island Walter P. Pytka $ 3,741 Costa Rica Minnesota Lloyd M. Ricker $43,945 South Carolina Robert E. David $ 6,752 Delaware Thomas Wootten $ 3,024 Mississippi Clayton Thompson $ 2,869 South Dakota Russel D. Testerman $ 1,005 Dist. of Columbia Sotero Garcia $ 1,299 Missouri Oscar Walterman $34,970 Tennessee Ike F Gentry $ 7,755 Florida Robert J. Proctor $30,028 Montana Louis R Fuhringer $ 2,770 Texas E.H. Narmour $18,838 France Michael R. Verville $ 3,213 Nebraska Michael D. Helm $ 9,072 Utah ElmerS. Pickett $ 2,118 Georgia Mary B. Howard $ 6,930 Nevada Don L. Cirac $ 435 Vermont Wayne McLean $ 7,118 Hawaii Kenneth McAtee $ 1,950 New Hampshire Louis F. Milinazzo $16,470 Virginia William R. Bryant $13,502 Idaho George Kirkland $ 3,804 New Jersey Timothy R Carmody $29,339 Washington Charles J. Benson $ 5,130 Illinois Clayborn M Lofton $17,198 New Mexico Cas Novak $ 2,506 West Virginia J. Carl Durham $ 2,566 Indiana Larry Bartlett $22,816 New York Frank J. DAmico $38,442 Wisconsin Robert C. Weyenberg $ 9,532 Iowa Dorothy Andrews $ 2,369 North Carolina Jerry L. Hedrick $ 7,927 Wyoming Owen Heins $ 6,009 Italy Nazario Cicchillitti North Dakota Aaron Dalke $ 6,855

Posts that have donated $100 or more, as of May 27, 1988: Post Commander Department Amount Post Commander » Department Amount Post Commander Department Amount

671 Joseph B. Watson Texas $ 500 1600 New York $ 100 1081 Herbert V. Parks New York $ 250 283 James E. Hubbard Texas $ 100 152 New York $ 100 904 Alden Russell New York $ 100 410 William L. Angell Texas $ 145 1051 New York $ 100 40 Peter V. Herda North Dakota $ 300 450 Bill Meyer Texas $ 139 66 Harry Young New York $ 100 236 Richard L. Foraker Ohio $ 100 368 Louis D. Johnson Texas $ 100 126 New York $ 100 29 Clarence E. Morris Oklahoma $ 100 667 John M. Huston Texas $ 400 954 New York $ 140 48 Miguel A. Blanco Puerto Rico $ 200

308 Edgar D. Williams Texas $ 170 727 New York $ 100 13 Earl F. Tripp Vermont $ 100 493 E H Hemmenway Texas $ 100 380 North Carolina $ 250 177 Jerome A. Gabriel Virginia $1 ,000 54 0. E. Ames Texas $1,000 117 North Dakota $ 100 175 Daryl Rowley Wisconsin $ 100 10 Victor E. Chandler Texas $ 662 21 Ohio $ 200 243 Stuart Sweeney Wisconsin $ 100 254 Harry Stumpf Texas $ 100 297 Ohio $ 130 61 James E. Witherington Alabama $ 100 79 Tom Burton Texas $ 250 52 Ohio $ 500 718 Doris D. Marquez California $ 100 424 Michael V. Weimer Texas $1,031 354 Ohio $ 100 587 Jack Wain California $ 125 19 Daniel P. Eversole Texas $ 500 97 Pennsylvania $ 100 10 Wesley J. D. Henderson Colorado $ 100 20 Lloyd Little Alaska $ 152 834 Pennsylvania $ 100 180 Donald R. Wittenberg Florida $ 100 35 William L Mangnall Arizona $ 550 42 Tennessee $ 100 19 Paul Parslow Florida $ 550 621 AdolphW. Stellman California $ 100 350 Texas $ 100 122 Calvin W. Godwin Georgia $ 100 365 William C. Claydon California $ 100 14 Utah $ 100 233 Glenn Blythe Indiana $ 100 2 Donald W. Hobbs California $ 100 5 E Stuart Wells Vermont $ 500 88 John Mickey Indiana $ 248 311 Paul Stehouwer California $ 100 28 Vermont $ 100 279 William J. Delaney Indiana $ 100 318 Russel D. Gentner California $ 100 7 Vermont S 100 37 Charles F Kingsley Indiana $ 275 564 Rena Estes California $ 100 47 Vermont $ 200 80 Gordon Nelsen Kansas $ 100 809 Roy Bernal California $ 100 10 Vermont $1,000 333 Tony Liuzza Louisiana $ 100 250 Filemon B Dominquez California $ 100 37 Vermont $1,000 41 Charles Garcia Maryland $1,000 444 Harold J. Perry California $ 100 87 Vermont $ 100 154 VincasT. Dulys Maryland $ 100 399 Orville W. Plummer California $ 100 14 Vermont $ 500 328 ThungY. Chin Massachusetts $ 200 158 Kenneth E. Jaggars California $ 100 36 Vermont $1,000 514 Roger W. Younglove Michigan $ 175 7 James Givens Delaware $ 279 176 Virginia $ 500 627 Herb Lewis Minnesota $ 100

2 George N Katcher Delaware $ 500 290 Virginia $ 150 105 Louis P. Fuhringer Montana $ 190 30 Gilbert Whiteside Delaware $ 100 364 Virginia $1,000 373 J. W. Robb Nebraska $ 212 19 William D.Whaley Delaware $ 500 25 Virginia $ 100 72 Kim J. Kroeger New Hampshire $ 198 33 William J. Rhodes Dist. of Columbia $ 157 368 Virginia $ 127 20 Pedro C.Cruz France $1,100 39 Donald Long Florida $ 200 242 Virginia $ 200 219 Owens Grogan New York $ 125 99 Edward T. Downing Florida $ 270 249 Wisconsin $ 100 1450 Robert Dyer New York $1,000 273 Tim McCarthy Florida $ 100 411 Wisconsin $ 500 581 Gerald K. Sheehan New York $ 100 334 Wesley B. Thornton Florida $ 131 501 Larry Jensen Wisconsin $ 114 156 Robert Mennona New York $ 100 865 John E. Stoffle Illinois $ 100 2 Frank Luers Wyoming $ 100 98 Rodney Uecker North Dakota $1,000 307 Benny Mangiaracino Illinois S 200 33 Wyoming $ 350 191 Murray Heath North Dakota $ 100 342 Charles B. Ingersoll Illinois $ 500 28 Arizona $ 100 553 Paul E. Hayes Ohio $ 120 409 Wayne Kennecker Indiana $ 100 668 Darel R. Rethwisch California $ 100 429 Rev. Gerald C. Milliken Pennsylvania $ 100 58 James L. White Indiana $ 100 335 Harry Paul California $1,000 13 Stewart A. Sherwood Virginia $ 100

72 John Alsop Indiana $ 270 684 Tom Rhamy California $ 100 284 W. F. Carwile Virginia $ 500 205 MikeVanderpleog Indiana $ 100 42 California $ 100 320 Larry E. James Virginia $ 100 70 Tom Gilles Indiana $ 250 79 France $ 100 236 Cletus Conard Wisconsin $ 100

10 George Kinder Indiana $ 108 1 Edward McPherson France $1,017 64 Gordon H. House Kansas $ 112 24 Illinois $ 250 17 Mike Oppy Kansas $ 500 320 Illinois $ 158 CWF SCOREBOARD 2 Allen K. Beasley Kansas $ 500 66 Indiana $ 166 207 Clarence R. Thompson Kansas $ 100 207 Indiana $ 117 The total amount donated to 267 John J. Sykes Louisiana $1,000 355 Indiana $ 100 211 Richard McDonald Maryland $ 500 87 Kentucky $ 250 the Child Welfare Foundation 11 David E. Winpigler Maryland $ 500 233 Kentucky $ 651 318 Albert Novick Massachusetts $ 600 200 Maryland $ 100 (as of June 10, 1988): 1 Alvin T. Fuller Massachusetts $ 100 20 Maryland $ 100 39 William C. Hyland Massachusetts $ 175 86 Roy Brightman Massachusetts $ 100 54 James Barclay Michigan $ 200 420 Massachusetts $ 150 $863,646 454 Therman Cossairt Jr. Michigan 140 413 Michigan 500 $ $ to 190 Arthur Schremser Minnesota $ 100 81 Mississippi $ 100 Donations should be mailed 21 Donald Combs Missouri $ 250 77 Mississippi $ 100 the Child Welfare Foundation, 216 Kenneth H Henson Nebraska $ 100 335 Missouri $ 500 13 Ernest Robinson New Hampshire $ 150 323 Missouri $ 100 P.O. Box 538, Indianapolis, IN 79 William J. Egan New Hampshire $ 230 48 Gerry Bosse New Hampshire $ 500 Edmund J. Keefe New Hampshire $ 100 228 Al Scott New Jersey $ 100 46206-0538. Frank Russo New York $ 100 421 Harry Christo New York $ 100

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© 1987 US&OCE. Not affiliated with the U.S. Mint or any government agency. LEGIONNAIRES HELP BRING MEDICAL CARE TO KENTUCKY VETERANS

jm— LEAK economic come to the sites were unaware R times and a lack that they are entitled to medical I of transportation care. "In many ways, we're 1 J to distant VA fa- educating Kentucky's veterans *® cilities prevent on their rights and benefits, I many Kentucky and these folks appreciate it," I I veterans from he said. Jm receiving care. In February, a cholesterol- HhI But Legionnaires screening clinic was started at and the Lexington VA Medical Somerset to help identify and Center are working to help treat veterans who are candi- them overcome those obsta- dates for heart disease. Head cles. and neck examinations also In July 1987, the hospital have been included in the clinic began its Internal Medicine programs, and plans are under Mobile Clinic program, which way to establish sessions for takes health-care services to veterans diagnosed as suffer- veterans in outlying areas of ing from Post-Traumatic the state. The unit is staffed by Stress Disorder. a physician, nurse and medi- The success of the program cal clerk, who provide exami- already has caught the atten- nations, screening and refer- tion of VA headquarters in FILING FORMS-Kentucky Department Service Director Bill rals for follow-up care at the Washington. $110,000 Metcalf assists veteran Clara Jacobs with VA medical-care A Lexington hospital. forms at Corbie Ellington Post 126, Morehead, Ky. grant has been earmarked for The Legion, which has been the purchase of a special medi- involved in the project since its incep- of 1987 legislation that eliminated cal van equipped with an X-ray tion, is responsible for providing beneficiary travel pay for VA patients. machine, an EKG (heart monitor) facilities for the visits. Clinics have Without the allotment, many are unable machine, audiology and speech instru- been established at Legion posts in to pay for transportation to VA medical ments, and laboratory supplies for Somerset, Irvine and Morehead: the facilities. sample collection. medical team visits each site once a The medical van is scheduled to month. Also, Legionnaires arrange to HE mobile clinic is the brainchild travel to 13 sites around the state, transport veterans to and from the of Dr. Philip DeSimone, a staff according to Swan, and will be on the clinics, and publicize the clinics through T;physician at Lexington's VAMC. road four days a week. There are plans local media. "The idea behind the project is to reach to hire another physician, a physician's "Many veterans in this state live too veterans who are underserved," said assistant and a health technician. far away to travel to Lexington and get Mike Swan, chief medical administrator "The cooperation between our hospi- the help they need. For many, that ulti- at Lexington. "Dr. DeSimone's main tal and the Legion shows what can be mately could mean the difference thrust was to reach those people who done to help veterans," Swan said. "We between life and death," said Bill Met- cannot get to us, and we're doing just depend on the Legion immensely, and it calf, service director for the Legion's that." always delivers." Department of Kentucky. "But the bot- During the first five months of the According to Metcalf, the clinic has tom line is that many of these people program, 801 veterans visited the had some indirect benefits for the are unemployed or live in poverty. They clinics, according to Swan. A fourth of Legion as well. "We've had a number of just don't have the money or the means them were first-time users of the VA people ask how they can join," he said. to get to the hospital." system. "But best of all, these people get to A number of veterans in Kentucky Metcalf, who has visited many of the know that the Legion is concerned and throughout the nation were victims clinics, said that many veterans who about them— about all veterans."

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members of rival Delegates are assigned to commit- THEY'REpolitical parties, elected by tees, which grapple with controversial the voters in their states. current issues, not unlike those that the They meet and work in the U.S. Senate faces. In these sessions, nation's capital, and their participants practice the arts of legisla- sessions often result in tive action and compromise, and learn heated debate over pro- how a bill becomes law. Many Boys posed legislation. They Nation delegates have shown keen form political blocs, hold awareness of a variety of social and hearings and pass laws. And at the end of political issues, sponsoring legislation the day, they may be found listening to that reflects positions on prayer in pub- rock music, discussing their plans for after lic schools, registering women for the high school and "pigging out" on pizza. draft, nuclear disarmament and the use They are delegates to The American of military troops for drug interdiction. Legion's Boys Nation, a program held "Some of our discussions got a bit each summer in and around Washington, warm at times," 1987 Boys Nation D.C. For the past 42 years, young men President Robert A. Sternfels told from around the country have been Legionnaires at the 69th national con- given the opportunity to learn how the vention in San Antonio. "But we worked federal government works. together, despite our differing opinions, "Delegates to Boys Nation discover and were able to form a consensus." the challenges faced by our lawmakers Although the days are long and the and our nation," said Nat'l Cmdr. John lawmaking process often is tedious, P. "Jake" Comer following the 43rd delegates to Boys Nation find time to TOMORROW'S LEADERS — Each sum- session of Boys Nation, held at Mary- meet with their elected representatives mer, Boys Nation delegates conduct elec- mount University in Arlington, Va., tions and establish a federal government. on Capitol Hill and talk to other federal July 22-30. "Perhaps more important, officials. Many Boys Nation sessions the program instills in each delegate a have been highlighted by meetings with sense of civic responsibility and loyalty 'Some of our U.S. Presidents. to America." discussions got Delegates also visit many of the sites Boys Nation is an extension of the that are synonymous with the nation's Legion's Boys State program, which o bit worm of capital: the Washington Monument, the was launched in 1935 by the Depart- Lincoln and Jefferson memorials, the ment of Illinois. The program soon times. But we Smithsonian Institution, the Vietnam caught on with other departments, and worked together Veterans Memorial, and the Tomb of Legion posts sponsored delegates to the Unknown Soldiers. Nearby Legion programs that simulated state and despite our posts regularly host dinners and recep- municipal governments. tions, and delegates get to meet their differing opinions. The first Boys Nation, then called female counterparts who participate in Boys Forum of National Government, the Auxiliary's Girls Nation program. was held at American University in "Boys Nation provides firsthand Washington in 1946. Since that time, experience in how our system of gov- more than 4,200 young men have After delegates arrive, the first order ernment works," Turner said. "This graduated and benefited from the inten- of business is to separate them into two program plays a leading role in the sive program. mock political parties: Nationalists and development of tomorrow's informed, "Many delegates to Boys Nation Federalists. Then, party leaders are responsible citizens." served as a governor or lieutenant gov- selected, and a president pro tempore is ernor at Boys State," said Legion elected to sit as head of the Senate. For more information on Boys Americanism Commission Chairman Midway through the session, four dele- Nation, contact Americanism/Children Robert S. Turner. "At Boys Nation, gates hit the campaign trail for the and Youth Division, The American each represents his home state as a offices of president and vice president Legion, P.O. Box 1055, Indianapolis, senator." of Boys Nation. IN 46206.

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Singer Lee Greenwood To Headline

Kentucky Convention Festival

ZEGIONNAIRES and their Legionnaires who seek convention families who attend the 70th mementos might want to consider the national convention in Louis- souvenir decanter, fashioned in the ville Sept. 2-8 will have the image of a goateed colonel, a widely opportunity to see and hear a man who recognized symbol of Kentucky. The never has made a secret of his love for decanter is filled with non-alcoholic America. mint julep and will be available at the

Singer Lee Greenwood, who topped convention. It is now available through the country-music charts a few years National Emblem Sales Division, RO. ago with his stirring "God Bless the Box 1055, Indianapolis, IN 46206. The USA," is the featured entertainer at the cost is $29.95, plus $3.50 shipping and Convention Festival, will handling. which begin LEGION ADMIRER — Lee Greenwood, at 3 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 5. The festi- While many Legionnaires will be country-music singer and featured attrac- val was previously scheduled to be held tackling the job of helping to shape the tion at this year's convention festival, at Churchill Downs, but was changed to Legion's programs and legislative autographs his hat for permanent display the Kentucky State fairgrounds, about priorities for the coming year, others in the Emil A. Blackmore museum at national headquarters. 15 minutes by car from the Convention will be rolling up their sleeves for a Center. Numerous attractions, enter- different purpose. Working with the tainment and a wide selection of cuisine Louisville Region of American Red will be available to those who attend Cross Blood Services, Legion officials the festival. The track will be closed for have arranged a special two-day blood Legion Selects racing that day. drive on Sept. 3 and 7. "This is our third year to offer the The Gait House complex and the Top Boy Scout festival during the national convention, Hyatt Regency have been selected as and we expect that this year's event will co-headquarters hotels for the conven- ROY E. Eckhardt, 17, spon- be just as successful as the previous two tion. Both facilities overlook the Ohio sored by Herbert D. Gibb Post festivals," said Douglas Henley, chair- River and offer a stunning view of the 259, DeBary, Fla., has been man of the national Public Relations Louisville skyline. Tnamed the 1988 American Commission. Louisville, which hosted the Legion Scout of the Year. Eckhardt,

Convention business will begin on Legion's 1 1th convention in 1929, is who graduated from high school with Tuesday, Sept. 6, when delegates will centrally located for most Legion- honors last spring, will receive an convene to consider a full slate of reso- naires. "The location and charm of this $8,000 college scholarship from the lutions for 1988-89. Several dignitaries city, known for its hospitality, fast Legion and an all-expenses-paid trip are scheduled to appear throughout the horses and tradition, promise to make to the 1988 national convention in three-day convention, which climaxes the 1988 national convention a success- Louisville. with the election of the new National ful and memorable gathering," said Eckhardt. who plans a career in elec- Commander. Robert Radke, convention director. trical engineering and a tour of duty with the Air Force after college, attended Florida Boys State in 1987 ESPN Plans To Aip Legion Baseball and was elected chaplain of the senate. He earned his Eagle Award in Scouting PRESS time, ESPN had states and Puerto Rico. in 1984 and has more than 60 merit ATagreed in principle to televise The Legion plans to use some of the badges. the final game of The Amer- commercial time to promote its pro- Named runners-up for the award and ican Legion World Series, to grams and membership, and to tell The receiving $2,000 college scholarships be played Aug. 28 in Middletown, American Legion story. Commercial are Robert K. Nickel, 17, sponsored by Conn. The championship game, sched- sponsors also are being sought for the City Service Post and Unit 537, San uled to be aired Aug. 30 at 1 p.m. East- telecast. Diego; Jonathan Lee Offt, 17, spon- ern Standard Time, will feature the two This year, nearly 76.000 young sored by M.J. Kirby Post 170, Blairs- finalist teams out of 4,000 that started people played American Legion town, Iowa; and MattTakara, 17, spon- the season this past May and June in 50 Baseball. sored by Pueblo Post 2, Pueblo. Colo.

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AUGUST 1988 43 Veterans alert

713th Rwy. Oper. Bn. (Sept-Decatur, AL) Victor Schaefer, 3305 S. 16th St., Lincoln, NE 68502 OUTFIT REUNIONS 728th Ord. Co., 28th Div. (Korea) (Oct-Litchfield, IL) Joseph Hoehn, 2017 S. Orchard Rd., Montgomery, IL Guidelines — Outfit Reunion notices must be 60538(312)896-0552 submitted on official forms only. To obtain forms, send a 803rd MP Bn. (Sept-Catskill, NY) James Cameron, P.O. self-addressed, stamped envelope to: O.R. Form, The Box 1565, Southampton, NY 11968 (516) 283-1159 American Legion Magazine, RO. Box Indianapolis, 1055, 858th Ord. HM Co. (Sept-Owensboro, KY) Earl Klenck, IN 46206. Notices must be received at least five months Rt. 1, Box 141, Tell City, IN 47586 (812) 547-4563 before reunions are scheduled and will published be only 894th Ord. HAM Co. (Sept-Jeffersonville, IN) Hugh on a first-come, first-served basis. Notices are published Fitzpatrick, 215 W. Kingston Ave., Louisville, KY 40214 only one time per unit per year. (502)361-7475 1057th Engr. PCR (Sept-Chicago) James Ware, 201 White Oak Dr., Irving, TX 75060 1437th Eng. Treadway Bridge Co. (Korea) (Aug-Saint Army Marie, Ml) Ste Howard Sanderson, 906 Augusta St., Saint Ste Marie, Ml 49783 (906) 632-7892 3014th OBAM Co., 139th OB AM Bn. (WWII) (Oct- 9th Inf. Rgt., 2nd Inf. Div. B Co. (WWII) (Oct-San Charleston, SC) Walter Bostick, 1928 Linden Dr., Antonio, TX) Vernon Woody, Box 641, Princeton, TX Rockingham, NC 28379 (919) 895-5872 75077 (214) 736-3393 9th Rgt., 50/244 CAC, NYNG (WWII) (Sept-Middle Village, NY) Richard Baer, 711 E. 11th St.. 8A, New York. NY 10009 (212) 677-3968 Navy 52nd Chemical Co. (Sept) Wesley Koudelka, 3100 Wright Bros. Blvd. E., Cedar Rapids. IA 52404 (319) 848-4621 58th Arm'd F.A. Bn. (Sept-Greenville, SC) Charlie 28th Spec. NCB (Oct-Akron, OH) Jimmy Hopkins, Keno- Hutchinson, 301 Farmington Rd.. Greenville, SC 46992 Worden Rd.. Klamath Falls, OR 97603 (503) 882-0897 (803) 295-0109 Composite Sq. 41 (1943-45) (Oct-'Memphis, TN) William Jeffers, Dr. 67th Signal Bn. A Co. (Oct-Laconia, NH) Murray Lord, Rt. 3230 Ardvale , Memphis, TN 38128 (901 ) 358-

1, Box 645. Bristol, NH 03222 (603) 744-3089 8315 108th Evac. Hospital (Oct-Abingdon, IL) Gabe Pica, 100 MCB 12 Seabees (Sept) Robert Williams, Box 48. Ludlow, N. Sanitary Rd., Box 272, Abingdon. IL 61410 (513) 631- VT 05149 2977 Mine Div. 1&2. USS Breese, Gamble, Montgomery, 108th Inf., K Co. (WWII) (Oct-Hornell, NY) William Preble, Pruitt, Ramsey, Sicard, Tracy, Flagship Peterson, Rt. 2, Box 238, Hornell. NY 14843 (607) 324- Oglala (Sept-Omaha. NE) Ed Kramer, 338 LaSerena 0093 Dr., W. Covina, CA91791 110th Inf. Rgt., 28th Div., A Co. (Korea) (Sept-Belle Navy Hospital Corpsman (Oct-Colorado Springs, CO) Vernon, PA) Jack McShane, Rt. 2, Box 71, Belle Vernon, Steve Vantine, Box 241, Evans, CO 80620 (303) 356- PA 15012 (412) 929-8208 2704 110th Inf., 28th Div. (WWII) (Sept-Washington. PA) John South Carolina Armed Guard Vets (WWII) (Oct- Chernitsky, 18 Country Club Blvd.. Uniontown. PA15401 Columbia. SC) William Warlick, 260 Quail Walk Trail, (412)438-9119 Chapin. SC 29036 (803) 345-3531 139th F.A., 38th Div., A Btry. (Aug-Franklin, IN) William USS Chemung AO 30 (Sept-Houston, TX) Charles Webb, Clore, Rt. 2, Franklin. IN 46131 (317) 738-3679 1421 Heritage Landing Dr.. Chattanooga, TN 37405

180th Inf., 45th Div., I Co. (WWII) (Nov-Muskogee, OK) USS David R. Ray DD 971 (Sept) Steve Korpal. 949 Big Dan Drew, 18526 E. 2nd, Tulsa. OK 74108 (918) 266- Dalton Ave., La Puente, CA 91746 (818) 810-2741 4643 USS Diphda AAK 59 (WWII) (Nov) Tom Coogan, 12185 237th AAA SL Bn., B Btry. (Oct-College Station. TX) Ford Line, Southgate, Ml 48195 Richard Patrick, 2713 Brookway Dr., College Station, TX USS Fiske DD/DDR 842 (Oct-Newport, Rl) Clifford 77840(409) 764-1068 Myers, 53 Old Fort Rd., Newport, Rl 02840 (401) 847- 246th QM (Oct-FL) Fred Jolly, 110Thomas Rd., W 8972 Hollywood. FL 33023 (305) 989- 4956 USS Frazier DD 607 (Aug-Chicago) LorenTroxel, 20236 23rd PI.. 273rd F.A. Bn. ( Aug-Huntsville, AL) D E. Higgins, Rt. 7, N.W. , Seattle, WA 98177 Box 253, Athens, AL 35611 USS Goshen APA 108 (Sept-Fredericksburg, TX) Ollie 303rd Army Band (Oct-Pontiac, IL) Marion Diemer, 1121 Schaetter, Box 489, Fredericksburg, TX 78624 (512) Prairie View Ln., Pontiac, IL 61764 (815) 842-1868 997-2151 © 1983 Cartwheels 322nd Signal Bn., B Co. (1951-53) (Nov) William USS J. Franklin Bell APA 16 (Jan-Las Vegas, NV) NEVER BEFORE — has pure gold been added to perhaps Hothan, 513 Lowell Ave.. New Hyde Park, NY 11040 (516) Michael Hayducko, 733A Chatham Ln., Lakehurst, NJ the most beautiful of all United States silver coins — The 775-3438 08733(201)657-9798 Walking Liberty half dollar 411th Inf., 103rd Div., L Co. (Oct-Wilmington, DE) USS Kingfisher, Ontario (N.S. Somoa) (Nov-Green- Our bi-tone process by which 24 Karat gold is applied to William Sproesser, 23 Meeting House Rd., Hockessin, ville, SC) F L. Mayberry, 709 Quail Run, Swansgate, coins with extreme precision, creates a magnificent two DE 19707(302)239-7674 Greenville, SC 29605 427th Ord. Tire Repair Co. (Sept-Wilkes-Barre, PA) Joe USS LaPorte APA 151 (Sept-San Diego) John Warner, 67 tone of precious metals. These high quality silver and gold

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AUGUST 1988 47 committed to ending it." tion began today, the museum would Tibbets wants the Enola Gay restored not be ready for at least five years. EIMOLA GAY to mint condition, and given prominent Meanwhile, visitors can see the Continuedfrom page 20 display where it will be accessible to Enola Gay at the Garber facility either visitors, historians and aviation buffs. by appointment or by joining a sched- The restoration group approached Tib- uled tour. bets' earlier this year and asked him to another reason why the 30-year-old serve in the honorary position of direc- PAUL TIBBETS stands in front of the Tibbets had "Enola Gay" painted on the tor emeritus. atomic bomb, a duplicate of "Little nose of the plane on the eve of the Tibbets, who retired from the Air Boy," behind Bock's Car. Nearby is a Hiroshima mission. Force as a brigadier general and now tattered, charred American flag that "I knew the bomber would have his- heads a private jet service, believes that flew over Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, torical significance," Tibbets said. "In there is a key reason why so many years 1941. These are ominous symbols of those days, airplanes were named after have passed and so little work has been the beginning and the end of a long, everything: cities, towns, states, wives, done to restore the bomber. bitter global war. girlfriends and also some not-so-very- "I can do nothing but believe that "There are many legacies and lessons nice things. I knew for sure that there there have been some people, both past to be learned from any war, especially would be no chance of duplicating the and present, in our State Department its futility," Tibbets said. "But equally name 'Enola Gay,' because it was so who do not want the Enola Gay important, we must understand that different." restored," Tibbets said. "They say the there is no shame whatsoever in being One question that has not been differ- plane is too controversial, and that we strong." ent in the 43 years since Tibbets flew will insult and offend the Japanese Perhaps Stewart sums up the feelings the atomic mission is: Was the bomb- people if we restore the plane. That, of many people when he talks about the ing, which killed 80,000, necessary? they say, will strain trade relations restoration of Enola Gay and its relevance Tibbets' answer has not differed, either. between our countries." to history: "It is a powerful, jarring "Yes, it was necessary," he said. "I According to the Smithsonian, one of reminder for all generations of the stag- have never regretted what I did and the major problems in restoring the gering COSt of peace. " By Joe Stuteville what my role in World War II was. I was plane and giving it more-prominent carrying out an order, and I did it to the display is that there is too little room at For more information on the restora- best of my ability; the decision to drop the Garber facility. There are plans to tion, write to the Enola Gay Restoration the bomb was not mine. A lot of people build a new air-and-space museum at Association, 1010 E. 86th St., Suite 61 -J, seem to have forgotten that the entire Dulles International Airport, outside Indianapolis, IN 46240, or phone (317) war was forced upon us, and we were Washington, D.C. But even if construc- 842-0607.

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48 AMERICAN LEGION MAGAZINE free Western Europe. The vital interests WIND DIRECTION AT A GLANCE DECISIONS of this country are, I think, inextricably TOUGH linked to those of Western Europe — not Continuedfrom page 27 just because of traditional values, ideals, principles and customs, but also because of economic, political and mil- itary interests. This country should do are those of nine miles. Where everything it can to ensure that Western warheads going to land? On our soil. Europe remains free and outside the That makes no sense. That does not orbit of the Soviet Union. deter the Soviets. That means recognizing the position Third, there are about 80 Lance mis- in which the INF Treaty places Western siles, which are obsolete, with a range Europe. We are running the risk of a of 66 miles. Then there are 72 Pershing Western Europe in which people 1 As in West Germany, with a range of depend on Gorbachev's good will for 421 miles. They could hit militarily their future security and freedom. That WEATHER VANES add the finishing touch to your significant Soviet targets as far as west- is not in the best interest of this country home! Perfect for your garage, farm or ranch ern Poland, but West Germany is going country. too. Ornamental as well as useful Precise wind direction at glance Balanced arrow on friction to eliminate them when the INF Treaty a free bearing responds to slightest breeze' Made of is implemented. aluminum with baked vinyl coating for rust free care Q- How about America's own with Gold ornamental ball. Complete with mounting That leaves dual-capable aircraft, defense budget? bracket and screws Arrow 23 long. Support 27" high with a range of 180 to 200 miles. These Crowing Rooster or Galloping Horse. We are in for a real decrease in Reg. $19.95 - NOW are tactical fighters that can carry con- A $-| g.95 + defense expenditures. So if the for limited time, ONLY "$3 shpg. ventional or nuclear bombs. But there United States is going to maintain its Send a check or M O. lb day money back guarantee are three problems with them: their For a color catalog of uniquely beautiful weathervanes leadership role in NATO, which we and art metal home decor, send $1 00 limited range, the difficulty of refuel- " Dept AV 888 1118 - Lake - w must do, we have to set the example. uni ct i ' ing them in time of war and the Warsaw HULoI, inC. Box 370, Tawas City, Ml 48764 Further failure to improve our forces Pact's massive air defenses. would not only reduce our ability to reinforce the security of Western Two Famous Farmers! OL Against this relative NATO Europe, but it also would decrease our incapability, don't the Soviets keep 97 ability to deal with security problems percent their missiles? of nuclear throughout the rest of the world. A That's a good point. The Soviets are giving up only 3 percent of their nuclear stockpile. Almost all the Q a Do you think that budget con- rest of their remaining warheads can straints might cause the United strike Western Europe. What are we States to withdraw its troops from giving up? The one weapon system that Europe? That is possible. Some members of the Soviets fear most: the Pershing II, A which, coupled with the U.S. strategic Congress believe that we should These little farmers are warming hearts in rural homes withdraw our forces so as to shock our nuclear forces, can keep the credibility across the country! Thousands of large (14" x 18"), full- European allies into contributing more color posters of this picture have been ordered across the of our deterrent as high as possible. U.S. Now you, too, can order one of the posters for just to the collective deterrence of NATO. I $3.00 plus $1.25 shpg. WALL PLAQUE gives our full- color poster picture a gleaming, quality finish that'll last a believe it is a myth that the Europeans lifetime. Full-color picture of our "Two Famous Farmers" Q- Do you believe that Gorbachev is is mounted on 14" x 18" wood base, then sealed with would do more if we do less. acrylic for lacquered effect. Only $12.95 plus $3 shpg. sincere in seeking balanced disarma- Send Check or M O. 20 day money back guarantee. The withdrawal of U.S. forces would ment and peace? uni ot iir* DePt' AP-888, 11 18 W.Lake be against the vital interests of this HULol, 1Mb. Box 370, Tawas City, MI48764 In the first place, he defines A country, would start to unravel the "peace" differently than we do. He alliance and would considerably accel- is interested in what he can gain for the erate the Soviets' achievement of their Soviet Union. That doesn't mean that we objectives in Western Europe. shouldn't work with him, negotiate with him and accept those things that are in our best interest. But I think we have to be on our guard. TAPS

Taps Notices mention, whenever possible, those Qb What guidance do you have for Legionnaires who have held high national or department office in the Legion or the U.S. government, or who have the American people? attained other forms of national prominence- End Annoyance of "slippery" I think that the American people Edwin F. Barnard, VT Department Commander (1982- A eyeglasses! must realize the importance of a 83), Department Vice Commander (1980-81 ). Aldo R. Benedetto, NY National Executive Commit- New! Opti-Grip keeps specs in place, ends the push- teeman (1971-76), Alternate National Executive up" game you play all day with your glasses. Just one drop Committeeman (1961-62), Department Commander on either side of the nosepiece forms a clear, invisible, skid- LEGION (1960-61). proof film, that stops sliding all day. Ends the use of THE S POSITION outdoor Preston Dunn, KS Department Commander (1935-36) unsightly pads or plastic that pinches. Ideal for activities where your hands must be free for more important Res. 105, approved by the 68th Harold A. Kuehl, Wl Alternate National Executive things than adjusting eye or sunglasses. Resists perspiration, Committeeman (1954-56), Department national convention in Cincinnati in Commander Hypo-allergenic, and non-toxic, washes off easily. Bottle (1952-53), Department Vice Commander (1951-52). September urges the lasts about a year 1986, United Walter H. Oleson, National Founders Society, St. Louis Only $6.95 + $1 p&h; two for $12.95 + $1.45 p&h. States and other members of NATO Caucus. Send Check or M.O. 20 day money back guarantee to improve their conventional forces. J.B. Trexler Jr., NC Department Commander (1976-77), Dept AG-888, 1118W Lake Department Vice Commander (1969-70). H0LST, INC. Box 370, Tawas, City, Ml 48764

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Deep NO-HOLE Hook FlexLr Pockets CH" 1 top closure; Unbreakable Nylon Zipper ^2S2E^ waistband

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