John,

I didn't mean for my posting to cause concern that the message boards would be closing. They will not.

Let me say, that what we need is more John Gillespies. I don't want to reveal too much about your personal activities, but your use of our military records service and your gracious donations to this site are exactly what we need. In fact, you have done far more than expected and I appreciate your support.

Just keep doing what you're doing, ordering a service record or pension file through the message boards, clicking on and ordering a book through the links provided here or send a small donation, if you feel moved to do so. If everyone, did what you've already done, all our financial needs would be met and I could add more sites, features and content.

Thank you for your kind sentiments and your support.

Jim