I wrote this book for many reasons. Most of all

I wanted to tell you how my background influenced

the whole of my life. How it leads me to become

part of a band of the most dedicated people and

dogs. The latter was superb in doing their job

for the services. It was an honour for me to see

them recognised.

I could have written many more stories about

these dedicated people . They will remain with

me for the rest of my life. I only wish I could

some-how tell them of my admiration for them.

I salute all of them.