** HEROES ** "I Venture to suggest that patriotism is not a short and frenzied outburst of emotion, but the tranquil and steady dedication of a lifetime!" „« one renowned for exceptional courage and fortitude; a champion; an idol A thesaurus goes a little further when it says: „« valiant; brave; gallant I like to think of a "hero" as one to whom I can look up. It is said that there are no heroes left in the world. In all due respect to the cynics and the pessimists of the day, I only have only one thing to say: open your eyes! Today, I would like to introduce you to a "real life hero." To make this introduction, it will be necessary to go back a few years to the late 1960's. The place is Southeast Asia, and the man is one Lieutenant/Colonel, United States Navy, Robinson "Robbie" Risner. Shot down during a mi....

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