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Letters To The Editor

Dear James, zones while still
I thank you both for your interest in acknowledging a provi di ng a
military story and then relating the story of perhaps a neighbor va l ua bl e a nd
of a PGA National resident, but please consider whether the m u c h -n e e de d
vet was a hero or not makes no difference. My story took service to the
place in the Northern frontier of Viet Nam, during the years frontline troops.
1968 to 1969. I was a Marine in the 3rd Marine Division. I, My own father was
a physician and surgeon, served as a combat surgeon; one of conceived while
four who provided surgical care to the wounded personnel Granddad was on
during those war years. Most significant of awards I received leave in early 1943
was a Presidential Citation. This award acknowledged before shipping
“service beyond the call of duty” for the care of the injured off to England to
and dying. The specifics of which are not necessary, but the prepare for D-Day.
circumstances may be. Certainly, letting the community of After the war was
PGA National know they are living among patriots. And over, Granddad
many more than me. returned to the States to see his oldest son and first child legacy of service. Although I did not have the opportunity
Sincerely, Malcolm Drezner, M.D. (my dad) for the first time. Dad was 2 years old before he to serve in the military myself, I fulfilled a two-year foreign
***** met his father. Granddad died in 2004 and Dad turned 80 last mission for my church and strive to live a life marked by
James, year. service to family, church and community. I also recall the
I loved your recent column highlighting three World War Enjoy the attached pictures... pride I felt back in 1997, prior to my 18th birthday, when I
II veterans. I appreciate the ways in which you help your 1. Granddad (Ned A. Jensen) in his Army uniform. had the privilege to register for the draft. I turn 45 in August,
readers (including me) reflect upon the things that matter most 2. Granddad’s travel itinerary in the service and a picture which is the age at which I fall out of draft range. Suffice it
in life, such as the selfless and noble service and sacrifices of of him back home with his 2-year-old son (my dad) for the to say, I was very blessed to be born when I was—a recipient
our venerable vets. I’ve been thinking about my own Grandpa first time in 1945. of the peace and prosperity that my Granddad’s generation
lately because he was one of the 156,000 soldiers who landed 3. Granddad with his war buddies in the service. (and others) fought so hard to secure for their posterity. The
at Normandy on D-Day. Fortunately, Granddad was assigned I also have fourth and fifth generation great-grandfathers rising generation may not be as fortunate as I have been in
to Utah Beach (a safer sector than Omaha). Moreover, as part who fought in Washington’s Army during the Revolution this regard; however, I believe that if and/or when duty may
of the 118th Signal Radio Intelligence Company supporting and an Uncle who flew fighter jets (F-15 and T-38) in the call in the future, they will ultimately prove themselves up
the U.S. Third Army, he was able to stay clear of hot combat Air Force from 1973 to 1993. I am very proud of this family to the task – as their forefathers before them. That, at least,
will ever remain my fervent hope and prayer!
Summer Is Here! D-Day, and keep up the great work providing our community
Happy belated Memorial Day and 80th Anniversary of
with outstanding content in your columns. By the way, I am
Summer is here! Along with summer comes the increased temptation an EAGLE Scout. That valuable Boy Scouting experience
to utilize the golf courses as a park/playground, but we must ask you to plus my two-year missionary service were the closest things
refrain from any non-golf related access. I experienced to military service, and both opportunities
Summer is a time when tremendous maintenance is performed on all provided a rich foundation for success in everything that
the courses, so there is a great deal of equipment and work being done. would follow in my life afterwards. It’s too bad that all young
In addition it is a time when golfers play early to beat the heat and also people don’t take advantage of an opportunity to provide
play late to do the same. extended service during their young and most energetic years.
For your safety, please do not access the courses unless you are registered to play golf. Thank you There is no doubt that I have been a better man and person
Jordan R. Jensen, Ed.D.
for these experiences and opportunities.

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