Wow, what a cool story. Thank you for posting this.
Man what an experience it would be to sit down with a ceramic helmet of Chimay and listen to Mr. Speranza and his time in Bastogne.
Stories like this are why I love history. 
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...a leader should strive to be an individual of flawless character, technical competence, and moral courage….You start with a cornerstone—honesty—and from there you build character. If you have character, that means the guy you are dealing with can trust you….Character provides a leader with a moral compass that focuses his efforts on the values we cherish: courage, honesty, selflessness, and respect for our fellow man…
SAMUEL W. FLOCA JR.
Colonel, USA, Retired
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