COMM ID: [color=#99FFFF]Fleet Admiral David Hale TARGET ID:Galen Anderson, CC: All Liberty Navy personel SUBJECT:Admiral Anderson's retirement ENCRYPTION:Low PRIORITY:Medium
A videofeed from David Hale's office at Fort Bragg, Planet Manhattan fades up, showing the Fleet Admiral standing infront of his desk.
Ladies and gentlemen of the Navy, I just wanted to say a few words about my friend and colleage Galen Anderson.
Admiral Anderson's service to this nation goes far beyond that which is ever expected of anyone. His dedication, commitment, loyalty and patience have served as an example for everyone, from our newest recruits, to myself. His actions and leadership have given far more to this nation than has been seen in many years.
He pauses and smiles.
I've personally served with Galen Anderson for many years. I have memories of myself, at the time ranked Captain, flying patrols with Anderson around New York and the core systems in peacetime. A different era, doubtless. Admiral John Talon, my direct predecessor was heading up the navy at the time. As young mid-command officiers we cut our teeth with operations during the California clearances, and smaller skirmishes against threats such as the Phantoms.
During that time Anderson not only gained my respect as a navy officer, but also as a friend.
Hale looks down for a second, then looks back to the camera.
So, Galen... I wanted to personally, and publicly, thank you for your time in the navy. You've served as a steadying hand in the high command structure, and have taken a lot of weight off not only my shoulders, but also those of Christina Robinson, Jack Malrone, and while they were still serving, Ryan MacTavish and Sarah Willows. I cannot thank you enough.
On behalf of The House of Liberty, and the Liberty Navy, we salute you.
The Fleet Admiral gives a formal salute and the video fades to black.