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The 1960s was a very turbulent period for America. Russia's occupation of Cubain 1962 threatened the US mainland in Florida. The assassination of PresidentJohn F. Kennedy in 1963 further intensified the Cold War between Russia and the United States. In 1964 the US involvement in the Asian War deepened with manycasualties. With the complexities of the Asian war, there was a very special group of Morsecode operators that stepped up with their communication skills to support America.
They gave their talents on a mission for their God and country. They sacrificedbeing with their families to help America. Tom Dayer, Jack Zes, Bruce Dean, Bob Kier and Bennie Gordon are all part of thisspecial group of Morse code operators. They are all Federally licensed Amateur Radiooperators. They belong to the Amateur Radio Club at Leiden High School. Bennie and Jeanie Pieroski were school sweethearts throughout their senior year athigh school. Over the short time they knew each other they shared their feelings andlove together.
After graduation, Tom, Jack, Bruce, Bob and Bennie served in the United States AirForce for four years. Bennie and Jeanie were separated during the duration of Bennie's Air Force enlistment. The separation only increased the feelings they had for each other and their dedicationto America. After Bennie came home they reunited and married. This is a story of family relationships, dedication and patriotism. GRANT FELLOWS