@CalamityJane,
CalamityJane wrote:
I live up on a hill and can see the Blue Angels perform, but after so many years, it's quite boring and did I mention it's very noisy.....
For many Americans it is never boring, regardless of the number of times the air show is seen. Actually, it is breathtaking each and every time. But, who am I to pontificate; I mist up with a smile every time I see an American flag.
The actual benefit of the Thunderbirds or Blue Angles performing is that some young person sees them and then might make a career in the Navy or Air Force. And then, if there is ever another need for a Berlin Airlift, the United States can do the right thing.