I was at a CG Search and Rescue station in Bayside, Queens (Ft Totten) in the early 80's.
3/4ers of our Reservists were cops or firefighters in NYC.
That particular day I was on leave while living in Long Beach CA. My brother and I had
been to a Redskins vs Chargers game in San Diego the day before.
While watching The news over morning coffee, I saw what was unfolding. Without hesitation,
I shaved, showered and went into the Command Center at CG Group Los Angeles - Long Beach
to augment the watch. (I was the Senior Controller). It was pandemonium in both
harbors. No vessels allowed in unless escorted.
Forget? NO! Forgive? NO!
I have lost my mind. If found, please give it a snack and return it?
"I won't be wronged. I won't be insulted. I won't be laid a hand on. I don't do these things to other people, and I require the same of others"...John Wayne in "The Shootist"
A Deplorable!