    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I)]
    [March 6, 2008]
    [Page 327]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Remarks Following a Meeting With Frank W. Buckles
    March 6, 2008

        Sitting next to me is Mr. Frank Buckles, 107 years young, and he is
    the last living doughboy from World War I. And it has been my high honor
    to welcome Mr. Buckles and his daughter, Susannah, here to the Oval Office.
        Mr. Buckles's mind is sharp, his memory is crisp, and he's been
    sharing with me some interesting anecdotes. I asked him where he lived,
    and he said, ``That reminds me of what General Pershing asked me.'' And
    he told the general that he was raised on a farm in Missouri. And the
    general said, ``Well, you know, as the crow flies, it's 40 miles from
    where I was raised.'' So Mr. Buckles has a vivid recollection of
    historic times.
        And one way for me to honor the service of those who wear the
    uniform in the past and those who wear it today is to herald you, sir,
    and to thank you very much for your patriotism and your love for
    America.
        So we're glad you're here. Thanks for coming.

    Note: The President spoke at 11:49 a.m. in the Oval Office at the White
    House.