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I had the great misfortune of being in the right place at the wrong time involving then Maj. Howard when a few of us were sitting outside his office for a "character reference" meeting on a fellow student.
The Sgt. ahead of our little group was apparently not happy with his graduation assignment to 10th Group and was stating his case. What came out was a proclamation by this individual that "I would rather be a Taco salesman on the beach than be a Green Beret",... While I was looking for a window to jump out of,.. Col. Howard responded with very little emotion that he would "grant his wish",... Which promptly began that soldiers exit from the Military.
I will always be grateful for the times that I stood in his presence, (and the occasional smoke or two). His strength and leadership were/are hard to describe,.. other then to say that when he was in a room his "Greatness" and inner strength were evident.
Thanks for the post.
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