We commemorate the the creation of NAS WHIDBEY 75 years ago but must not confuse commemoration with that of celebation of need. Suggest we refrain from using this occasion an opportunity to grid an axe or two. 

" Only the dead have seen the end of war "........Plato 

The why behind military service in so few of words.

We who have served,  those who now serve, and those who will serve are obligated by oath to serve on behalf of our nation's citizens whether grateful or not.

Let us not tarnish the brass on this occasion shipmates!