To the Editor:
I am a veteran of the Korean War. I am a 50-year life member and past post commander of the VFW, Friendship.
I would like to express my opinion about the soldier who was recently rescued from his captors in Iraq. First, I am concerned about swapping five terrorists for this soldier who may have put down his weapon and deserted his post. Some of his buddies were actually killed in an attempt to rescue him.
Secondly, I have heard that he is owed over $250,000 for back pay as a prisoner. I think it must be proved first that he was a prisoner and not a deserter.
I am writing this letter to keep this soldier’s situation before the public. I want everyone to be aware of his eventual trial.
I don’t know if justice will prevail. I don’t have much faith in the government. Our treatment of our veterans in the VA hospitals and giving up five terrorists for a possible deserter is just not right.
