Former Senator Robert Dole Recounts War Experiences-- Part 2

Q:  How do you describe World War II to young people who know little about it?

A:  Four hundred thousand Americans gave their lives, and hundreds of thousands were seriously wounded.  Because of that, we're a free country.  I wish they'd teach a little more history so young people understand the sacrifices made by their forebearers that gave them the possibilities they have today.

Q:  Tom Brokaw has described your generation as the "Greatest Generation."  What do you think of that term.

A:  We've passed it on to the people who fought in Korea, Vietnam, Iraq and Afghanistan.  We were honored to be called the "Greatest Generation," but now we're a disappearing generation.  We're all in our late 80s and early 90s; some are over 100.

Q:  Why do you still go to the World War II Memorial every Saturday?

A:  I've always loved veterans and did a lot of work in Congress on veteran's' issues.  Having played a major role in raising $170 million for the memorial, I go down and take pictures, visit with the veterans.  I meet a lot of great men and women.

--GreGen