Just Saying: In my latest bedtime reading, Jeff Shaara’s bestselling, A Blaze of Glory: A Novel of the Battle of Shiloh, flags on both sides played a role. Men fought and died for their flags in many Civil War battles. As to our organizational flag, I cannot express my strong emotions and pride in seeing it carried on Veteran’s Day in Arlington, by George Malone III, son of Sue & George Malone, NC. Our U.S.flag was carried by an ROTC cadet from a university here in Newport News, VA.President – elect Trump’s tweet about the U.S. flag has drawn criticism for seeking consequences for those who burn it. This is a political and Constitutional issue, to which, as National Commander, I can’t commit our organization. But we can continue our commitment to have respect for our flag and fly it proudly. It may go without saying, but if I could write a General Order No. 1, that would be it!

Ordering Courage in Combat

As a member, you may order gift cards or books at an excellent discount price of $15 compared to the list price of $24.95. However, our agreement right now is reserved for the first printing only and the number printed will be limited.

Casemate Publishers designed the card shown above. This gift card or paymentfor the book can be obtained from: Don Marx, AFC 3927 Rust Hill Place,Fairfax, VA 22030. Order by check ONLY for the number of gift cards or booksyou desire and made the check out to the Legion of Valor.Books will be mailed by Fred Spaulding, DSC when received in March.

By the way, a friend asked, “And the movie?” I answered, “The book includes ashort story about Desmond Doss MOH. Unfortunately, I knew nothing aboutthe movie, “Hacksaw Ridge,” when I sent the book to the publisher.

Finally, please talk to me about your thoughts, sentiments, and ideas for ourorganization and sign up for the annual meeting as soon as you can online orusing the registration form in this issue.

Richard J. Rinaldo, DSC