Body Of Honor

To the Editor:

In 28 years of service in the US Army I have received a number of awards and decorations. Chief among them is the Bronze Star Medal with the V device for valor in the face of the enemy.

Only the Silver Star Medal and the Medal of Honor surpass the medal. However none of my decorations gives me greater pride than being held in contempt by Brian Gibney (his letter of April 11 to you). I will carry that badge of honor all the days of my life.

Yours truly,

R P Gottmeier

Col USAR (Ret)

13 Antler Pine Road, Sandy Hook                               April 11, 2003