Enjoying life, as we travel, be it on a cruise, flight, or a car trip. So much to see, and so little time remaining. Every day is a gift to be thankful for. Still, much more to see and do, as we continue the march.
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Enjoying my full retirement from the USMC,(20 yrs),and the Department of Agriculture(22yrs) as a Federal Meat & Poultry Inspector. I conducted anti, and post mortem inspections on all red meat species, that are sold in commerce. I have also been tasked with inspecting equine(horses) for export to France. Inspected poultry, and red meat in slaughter plants, and processing plants, from Maine to Virginia. Worked with Veterinarians on pathology dispositions of all species of red meat, and poultry. Conducted Pre-operational, and operational inspections of facilities, and plant personnel. Had to ensure product ingredient formulations were being adhered to. Restaurants, and supermarkets were not under our control. Only Federally regulated establishments were inspected, by the field Inspectors. We were considered the "Police Force", for the meat, and poultry industry. Consumer protection was our ultimate responsibility, and goal.
Best Friends GYsgt. Ron Brown, SSgt. Carl McCloud,Gysgt. Don Pirtle.
Best Moment When I was Cdr. of the Guard, I had to go to the Pentagon to check the Marine Guard. The Marine on duty was my Brother Ralph. He would have to come to attention, salute me, and report his post. I was very proud of him. He was severely wounded in Vietnam.
Chain of Command Mess Officer was 1st. Lt. Wade Robinson, Mess Chief was GSgt. Eslary.
Other Memories Invited to the White House lawn to watch President Richard Nixon execute the presentation of the Medal of Honor.
