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David Waitkoss says:
August 26, 2009 at 1:39 pm

To me, Arlington National Cemetary has been the respository for American heroes from all walks of life for over a century. I make it point to always visit the Tomb of the Unknowns to witness the Changing of the Guard. Anyone who has ever witnesses this premier military exercise and not had a tear in their eye is not worthy of being called an American.

Dave Waitkoss
Senior Chief Petty Officer
U.S. Coast Guard, Retired

jbuff says:
August 26, 2009 at 1:46 pm

David, what an honor for me to receive a comment from such a great American as yourself. I cannot turn into fruition my wholehearted appreciation for your service, as I hardly think a “thank you” will do. I have visited Arlington three times before, and each time I have watched the Changing of the Guard. I know exactly what you mean, and although I have not served myself, I still feel an immense sense of pride in our men and women. Far too many Americans take from granted their freedom, sitting at home eating popcorn and flipping through the channels with their remote.

I’m proud to say that I appreciate and understand the sacrifices that generations of Americans before me have made. It is a shame that more people do not take a moment to ponder our freedom and what other Americans have endured. Once again, thank you David. You are appreciated far more than you know. Please contact me if you ever need anything, for I will always be here for any veteran. God bless you, sir.

Bob says:
August 26, 2009 at 10:15 pm

Is anyone as outraged as I am over the announcement that Ted Kennedy is to be put to rest at Arlington? To me that sacred ground is reserved for honorable men and women; heroes that fought to defend our nation and its way of life as offered to us by the founders, and paid for by the blood sacrifice & hardship of the American military. Ted Kennedy should buried at sea, or more correctly in the waters of Chappaquiddick

jbuff says:
August 26, 2009 at 10:20 pm

Excellent point, Bob! Unfortunately, he is granted burial at Arlington simply because he is a member of the Senate. Personally, I believe that only Presidents and servicemen/women and their spouses should be buried there. Kennedy got away with manslaughter, and we all know it. Of course, because he was a “Kennedy” made it okay. I am a proponent of term limits; I do not believe that someone should be able to server as long as Kennedy, or the other senators- two which have served longer. The only way someone should be able to “serve” our nation for most of their life is via the military, in my humble opinion.

Thanks for the comment!

Ken says:
November 11, 2009 at 10:44 am

Thanks to all the vetrans who have served, I have friends who have gave there all for there COUNTRY and to all the ones whom gave some, Thank you for being there for all of us. GOD BLESS YOU ALL !

Dianne Sloan Ehlert says:
November 11, 2009 at 7:54 pm

I have known Dave Waitkoss since high school, and I can tell you that he is a gentleman, was dedicated to the service, and is a fellow devout patriot. I will be visiting the DC area this month, and will think of you all if I have the opportunity to visit Arlington and witness the Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknowns. My own dad, Joseph W. Sloan, Jr., served in WWII and received the Silver Star for his heroic actions. God Bless you all who have served to keep the United States, and all American Citizens, free.