An open letter to General Tommy R. Franks.Dear General Franks, It is with great pride and admiration that we, the members of the Field Artillery Association, send this message to a distinguished artillerymen and leader of our forces poised for battle against an enemy of the civilized civ·i·lized adj. 1. Having a highly developed society and culture. 2. Showing evidence of moral and intellectual advancement; humane, ethical, and reasonable: world. People around the world are anxiously watching, anticipating the next chapter of our Nation's proud military history. Here in America, we know that your forces will prevail, and that in some way, liberty and human dignity Human dignity is an expression that can be used as a moral concept or as a legal term. Sometimes it means no more than that human beings should not be treated as objects. Beyond this, it is meant to convey an idea of absolute and inherent worth that does not need to be acquired and will replace oppression and suffering. We salute you and the men and women in your charge for the courage and sacrifices that have been displayed in the accomplishment of your mission. United States United States, officially United States of America, republic (2005 est. pop. 295,734,000), 3,539,227 sq mi (9,166,598 sq km), North America. The United States is the world's third largest country in population and the fourth largest country in area. Field Artillerymen share a long history of selfless service Selfless Service is a commonly used term to denote a service which is performed without any expectation of result or award for the person performing it. It is also sometimes used to denote a service performed with no apparent 'earthly' result, but which may accrue results in a in every war that our nation has fought. We know that you share our pride in being known as the King of Battle. Now you and your forces must carry the torch of freedom and justice that has burned in the hearts of men for centuries. As you lead our forces, know that you carry with you the full support, thoughts, and prayers of the men and women of the United States Field Artillery Association. You, your forces, and families represent the very best of America. God bless you and your noble endeavor. Sincerely, Donald R. Keith General Donald Raymond Keith was born January 31, 1927 in Ludington, Michigan. During World War II, he served in the Army as an enlisted soldier. He graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point in 1949 and was commissioned a field artillery 2nd lieutenant. , General, US Army (Retired) Chairman, US Field Artillery Association |
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