The younger generation looks at me as if they don't get it and in truth they probably don't. I think the majority of the Hedgehoggers are of an age and experience that they will.

During WWII there were many foreign pilots in the RAF from several countries overrun by the German Army. One such pilot was really good as well as handsome and became a darling of the English press and many a young Engliss lass. The RAF decided to take advantage of this fame and during some R&R time asked him to speak at several clubs, pubs and churches on behalf of the bond effort to support the war. Because he had a heavy accent they sent a young Lt. with him to help out.

At one church the pilot was speaking to several old ladies about his exploits. At one point he said, "Und der I vas at 5 tousand feet ven 2 Fokkers came ar me out ofv da sun". The young Lt. interrupted and said, "I should explain that a Fokker is a type of German aircraft." The pilot looked at him & said, "ya, dat iss true, but des Fokkers ver flying Messerschmitts."