67Rally Posted August 25, 2011 Share #1 Posted August 25, 2011 Marine Sergeant Major George “Gunny” Lauve’s sense of humor is sharp as ever. But when it turns to the subject of his service in World War II and Korea, the 89-year-old Lauve turns more serious and doesn’t want to talk about his service or medals.... He has been awarded the Navy Cross, the second-highest medal for Marine and Navy personnel, and five Purple Hearts. Lauve fought in the battles at Guadalcanal, Iwo Jima, Wake Island and Saipan during World War II and at Chosen Reservoir in Korea. He was awarded Purple Hearts from each of those battles (read more on this). (Really? Wake AND the Canal AND Iwo and Saipan??? Freakin' awesome!) George has been a loyal and hardworking Legionnaire for going on 47 years. But, alas for all of us, he was never a Marine, doesn’t have the Navy Cross, and doesn’t have five purple hearts. He served in the Navy for a very short period, and is eligible for Membership, but the rest of his story was just that; a story. Read on... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bluehawk Posted August 25, 2011 Share #2 Posted August 25, 2011 Here is my response on their Burn Pit page: "With due respect to the Legion, we seem to be reaping consequences of a "hands off" policy from national and department levels when it comes to what takes place in Post affairs. Not having a national policy requiring a DD214 to qualify for basic membership seems rather odd for any service organization. Even Vietnam Veterans of America requires a copy before granting inclusion. And, what is more, I am certain that if pressed just a little bit, there are several thousand Legionnaires who could recite chapter and verse MANY other instances in which the "hands off" policy has resulted in what amounts to high echelons abrogating their responsibility to lead and set standards of conduct. Seaman Lauve stepped over a line, but there was no sentry and no protocol other than "whatever works for you." This is a disgrace as much for the Legion as it is a personal tragedy for Lauve." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack's Son Posted August 25, 2011 Share #3 Posted August 25, 2011 The story started off so well! I was a believer, and would still like to believe....but gone are the Easter Bunny and Santa. :crying: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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