He was a leader among men, men who were fiercely devoted to him. For me, getting to know him in the last 10 years, his legend preceded him. The 517 lost one of its pillars yesterday.
Ben, please rerun that recent newspaper article on him, in tribute.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Babbie and her whole family.
Claire Giblin
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Lt. Col. William "Wild Bill" Boyle |
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From the Saratogian newspaper, Saratoga Springs, NY, June 25, 2007.
See also Bill Boyle photos