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To: USMC79to83; fizziwig

Guys,

Sorry for trying to add some levity to this string. Sometimes it just doesn't translate.

Having been a big fan of Baa Baa Black Sheep and the lead character (portrayed by Robert Conrad) I recognize and appreciate the heroism of Pappy Boyington.

In real life, I imagine Conrad couldn't carry Boyington's duffel bag, let alone his image.

I'm sorry if I offended you.

I appreciate what the Marine Corps has done. As a former squid, I worked with Marines and appreciate the esprit de corps.

Regards,

Paloma_55


21 posted on 02/16/2006 6:58:07 AM PST by Paloma_55 (Which part of "Common Sense" do you not understand???)
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To: Paloma_55
"In real life, I imagine Conrad couldn't carry Boyington's duffel bag, let alone his image. "

I once saw an interview with Conrad who had spent a good deal of time with Boyington in preparing for the role. Conrad just about admitted as much himself.

22 posted on 02/16/2006 7:04:09 AM PST by Joe 6-pack (Que me amat, amet et canem meum.)
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