This copy of a speech given at a "Dining In," a traditional formal military officers' dinner - usually an annual stag affair held by units on bases and posts. I've been told by friends who know him, that Guy Lofaro was a legendary professor at West Point and is a tremendous speaker. This speech provides exceptional insight into the values and dedication required by all of our military servicemen and women today. It's an excellent tribute, and has been making the rounds throughout the ranks....

Let me say before beginning, that it has been my pleasure to attend several dinings-in here at West Point and hence, I have some basis for comparison. You people have done a fine job and you ought to congratulate yourselves.

In fact, why don't we take this time to have the persons who were responsible for this event, stand, so we can acknowledge them publicly. I guess I am honored with these invitations because there exists this rumor that I can tell a story. Cadets, who I have had in class, so...