I agree completely! Especially the last line in this message!
Laura
Vita brevis est: rapide agite, vigore strigate!
> Bill and Scott, you both have valid points, but, you must take into
> consideration that the Triumph Spitfire was in fact named after the
> Supermarine Spitfire, and as such, they will be linked together forever.
Now,
> in all the time that I did historical reenactments, I have met, and gotten
to
> know many WW2 vets, and I know that nearly all of them would have no
> objections whatsoever. At this point in their lives, they should be
> remembered for the great sacrifices that they made to preserve our
freedom,
> not ignored. I think the Spitfire (car)/Spitfire (plane) logo is an
> outstanding idea, and is a way of honoring the Spitfire's past, while
> maintaining the present. The Triumph Spitfire, while not directly related
to
> the Supermarine Spitfire, does carry on the illustrious legacy of the
name.
> Just remember the saying, "Those who forget the past, will be forced to
> repeat it."
>
> John C. Smith
> 75 Spitfire
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