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09-05-2013, 12:52 AM #1
That's awesome Roy. I'm sure the family will be very moved .
Would be great to hear any followup if you can provide it.“The white gleam of swords, not the black ink of books, clears doubts and uncertainties and bleak outlooks.”
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09-05-2013, 02:18 AM #2
Thank you for posting this. You have made my day much brighter knowing that this very kind act can follow that horrific battle so many years ago. I am sure the Japanese soldiers family will appreciate the honor.
Bob
"God is a Havana smoker. I have seen his gray clouds" Gainsburg
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09-05-2013, 02:41 AM #3
Oz! I thank you for letting me know what the family shrine 'may' be called at least in the Shinto version: Kamidana
I have contacted the lady who I cleaned up and honed her great great grandfather's straight razor (she works for our local newspaper) and there will very likely be an article about what Owen is attempting to do!!
While Owen seeks no glory, he is willing to share his story! He is a humble man and I'm very grateful for all he did and took the time to teach me when I was a Boy Scout! Humility may be the one that stands out!
I'll keep all posted as things develop! However! These threads die soon and this will soon be lost! At least remember in your heart the gracious act that a man that helped shape my life did for a family who's member was fighting for his homeland.Our house is as Neil left it- an Aladdin’s cave of 'stuff'.
Kim X
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09-07-2013, 12:20 AM #4
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Thanked: 983That is a really great story Roy. Extremely interested and interested in hearing the end result to it as well. Beautiful razor!
Mick
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09-17-2013, 01:35 PM #5
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Thanked: 983Have you spoken to Owen again, since posting this thread Roy?
Mick
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12-02-2013, 07:29 PM #6
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Thanked: 4Woow, cool story!
Eager to hear what happened next
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12-02-2013, 07:33 PM #7
So far I've not heard from Owen, as far as I know his health is good. When I last spoke to him he was still planning on making the trip!
I'll let you know when I know more!Our house is as Neil left it- an Aladdin’s cave of 'stuff'.
Kim X
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12-03-2013, 10:59 AM #8
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04-15-2014, 09:31 PM #9
OUTSTANDING!
What a wonderful gesture; well done!
Back when I was stationed on Okinawa, I was part of a team that recovered remains and artifacts from the horrendous Battle of Okinawa. Although it didn't happen very often, we all looked forward to those occasions when we could return an artifact...or remains...to a Japanese family (we rarely encountered American artifacts or remains). The families were extremely appreciative, and the gesture engendered lots of good will! So I really understand that this was truly a big deal for all the involved parties.