In search of the end of all wars

Warwick - Several veterans joined the Warwick Women in Black during their peace vigil on Saturday, Nov. 12, in honor of Veterans Day. “I think it is important on this day to remember all who have suffered the effects of war since the first Armistice Day in 1918,” said Jan Howe, one of the Women In Black organizers. “The First World War was called the war to end all wars. We are still hoping the day will come when we will find other ways to solve disputes besides resorting to killing one another.” One of the veterans attending the vigil, Griff Fassett, served in the U. S. Army during the Cuban Crisis in 1962. “I am ashamed of our government’s response to terrorism.” Fassett said. “Our government insists they are doing the right thing, and refuse to admit mistakes in their policy. They reject any constructive criticism or dissent and don’t seem to be looking for a way out, a way toward peace.” Another vigiler, Laurie D’Antoni, said she was there because of her brother, Jeremiah Drozd, who is serving in Afghanistan. Marching with the vigilers was a soldier in full dress uniform, including the medals which he earned for his service during the Vietnam War. “It was great to be joined by veterans on this day,” said Howe. Warwick Women in Black hold a vigil for peace at each Saturday at 1 p.m., meeting at Lewis Park opposite the Clocktower on Main Street in Warwick. The public is welcomed. Information for this dispatch was provided by Patricia DeBruhl.