I don't think you can equate Pearl harbour, an attack on FDR's America with an attack on a shit like Saddam Hussein. Although I suppose it maybe felt the same if you got in the way of one of the bombs.

I guess that's one for the conscience of Bush and Blair - even though we elected them.

I note there are some people in this thread who feel that Bush is an honourable man . I feel the same way about Blair. There are also people who detest Bush. Atleast we have a democracy and we can express our feelings , which means we are sitting prettier than some poor sods.

And you're quite right, if your country is like ours - we should treat our war veterans better....much better.