Tom, thank you for relating that story to us, I came later and didn't know those men but I too felt loss of friends and spent years in the "what if" mode. I have finally allowed my friends to rest in peace by remembering all the good things about each and every one of them. I will be there with you in spirit, sharing your tears and thanking our brothers for their sacrifices. Tom
P.S. give a special thank you to the crew of Gator 297 also, they were my friends and tell them I will never allow their memory to fade.