I received this in my email today. Not sure of its validity but thought I would share it with you:

Subject: Fw: Army Brats!! (UNCLASSIFIED)



Ft. Knox Eagles maintain tradition
>
> I was a sideline observer to a remarkable event that occurred Tuesday
> night at North Hardin High School.
>
> Our Fort Knox High School boys varsity soccer team was taking on local
> rival North Hardin in what turned out to be a well-played and physical
> match. It was Senior Night for the Trojans and our Fort Knox players
> waited patiently on the sidelines while North Hardin parents recognized
> the many contributions and highlights involving their children.
>
> At the end of the ceremony, parents left the field and the boys lined up
> for introductions. The announcer called each starting player by
> position. Once complete, both teams turned and faced the flag and stood
> ready for the national anthem. After a brief pause, the announcer came
> on and said he had misplaced the CD and that we would just skip the
> national anthem and get on with the game.
>
> North Hardin broke from its formation and quickly assumed positions on
> the field. The referees took off at a slow jog to take their positions.
> Fort Knox didn't move. Instead, the Eagles all came together in a mass,
> continued to face the flag, placed their hands over their hearts, and
> started to sing the national anthem.
>
> North Hardin and the referees froze in their tracks and immediately
> placed their hands over their hearts.
>
> The crowd saw what was happening and quickly faced the flag and joined
> in. Voiced cracked in the stands and on the field. It was the worst
> rendition of the national anthem that I've ever heard. Yet... It was
> perfect.
>
> Ever wonder what's "right" with our kids? Sometimes we find the answer
> in the strangest places.
>
> Col. Rick Schwartz
> Garrison Commander
> Fort Knox

Semper Fidelis

That's some good stuff there Master Guns. I hope we can see more of it in the future.

This message has been edited. Last edited by: 13F_Chief,

Simply outstanding! I wish the news would cover more things like this...particularly in the wake of such tragedy. This will demonstrate the resolve and pride of the community....not just those who serve abroad.

We must not forget our values. Good job, kids!