While stationed at Ft. Eustis,Va. in the late 50's early 60's, he refused to allow the RC on his ship to collect donations. The SHTF and he was ordered to do so. He than placed an armed guard in front of his ship and only allowed members of his crew on. His commander got the idea.
The Red Cross has never gotten a cent from my family. And never will.
Ed
My WWII vet parents both had nothing but hatred for the Red Cross, with praise for the Salvation Army. Lots of older Vets felt the same way...the RC must not be doing the honorable thing.
I’m glad to hear how your Dad did the right thing even though ordered not to. Thanks!
My Father was in the 11th Armored Div, CCB halftracks at the Battle of the Bulge.
He told me the the Red Cross tried to sell them the coffee after the fight and back at the rear for repairs.
Dad said there Tracs commander (a Sergeant) convinced them that the coffee was free, at the business end of a Thompson.