EdJ0307 wrote:
cThe country became more united after Dec 7, 1941. Up until then, not so much. Lasted for a few years then became less and less united until Sept 11, 2001. But now it's back to "what's in it for me". Usually takes some national tragedy to bring people together.
Right! My son was in the Navy at the time. I think he was a Petty Officer first class at the time. Just before 9-11 he was thinking of leaving the Navy and working with his friend. 9-11 came along and it completely changed him.
He retired last year with 21 years of service as Chief Petty Officer.