Jim K.

A Soldier, a Sailor, an Airman, and a Marine, got into an argument about which service is "The Best." The arguing became so heated that they eventually ended up killing each other. Soon, they found themselves at the Pearly Gates of Heaven. So, they met St. Peter and decided that only he could be the ultimate source of truth and honesty so they asked him: "St. Peter, which branch of the American Armed Forces is the best?" St. Peter instantly replies: "I can't answer that. But, I will ask God what he thinks the next time I see Him." Some time later the four servicemen see St. Peter and remind him of the question and ask if he was able to find the answer. Suddenly, a sparkling white dove lands on St. Peter's shoulder. In the dove's beak is a note glistening with gold dust. St. Peter says to the four men, "Your answer from the Boss. Let's see what he says." St. Peter opens the note, trumpets blare, gold
dust drifts into the air, harps play crescendos and St. Peter begins to read it aloud to the four young servicemen:

MEMORANDUM FOR SOLDIERS, SAILORS,
MARINES, AND AIRMEN
SUBJECT: Which Military Service is the Best
Gentlemen, all branches of the United States' Armed
Services are "Honorable and Noble." Each serves your
country well and with distinction. Being a member of the
American Armed Forces represents a special calling warranting special respect, tribute, and dedication.
Be proud of that.

Sincerely,
GOD, USAF (Ret.)