[Bartholomew Foulsteel]

A great big thank you to all who have served this great nation, to the families who also served, and to all those who have supported our service members and continue to support our Veterans. This country would be a far different place if not for those rare few who were willing to risk all for the intangible ideal of "Freedom."

Also, a very special thank you to the Krewe's own Combat Lizzy, who continued to serve one of this nation's Veterans through his darkest hours. Mate, you stuck it out like a Trooper yourself. I raise my glass extra high to you today.

Semper Fidelis, Lizzy.