there's an exhibit at the history museum, we produced a publication, called latino patriots so i think it is important that we honor these individuals that gave their lives. their family suffered during this time as well, and it brings us out of the margins. and it is important. i have been touched with various family members that have served. he receive add purple heart, but he never talked about it. not only the segregation and the racism that was taking place during these times but i think it is just the humble nature of latinos. notn't waying to necessarily call attention to their service and i think it speaks tons when they are honored on a stage in d.c. for their service. you said it is important, is it important for other latinos or important for all-americans to see these men, in uniform, wearing the highest declaration the country can give? >> sure, i think military service should be color blind. it is obviously important to the latino community, but it is important to every american to see that we are treating each other fairly, and going out recognition, and honoring ourselv