[Cornpone]

I would like to add a name to the list. He didn't serve in the war but I think he did a lot to characterize the American spirit. He sure had a lot to do with my upbringing and values and he led me into a career in the military...John Wayne...my hero.

[fredhead]

I agree with your comments about John Wayne, but I'm sure that not everyone does. My father, who served in the 13th Infantry regiment in Western Europe in WWII never watches the Duke and calls him a draft dodger. I read a recent biography that states that Wayne first received deferments because he was married and had children, later because of a college football injury, and finally his studio got him the last draft deferment. The biographer stated that Wayne regretted not having served.