Colonel Mad Mike Hoare died on the Feast of the Presentation, February 2nd, 2020, he was 100 years old. This in itself is remarkable, given his way of life. One reader commented, "His death is a tragedy, but he had a good run."
Yes indeed. The film Wild Geese is based on Hoare's heroic action in the Congo, and some argue it's the "best film ever made." He not only stood against but fought the Communist horde.
Rest in Peace, Colonel Hoare, and rise in glory.
LSP
They broke the mold after they made him. Greatest generation.
ReplyDeleteLL,I couldn't agree more.
ReplyDeleteIt is amazing, considering his battles and history, how he made it to 100. RIP Mad Mike.
ReplyDeleteSalute !
ReplyDeleteAn interesting man who led an interesting and long life. Rest easy.
ReplyDeleteNo, the men like him are still out here. It is the cultivation that is missing.
ReplyDeleteWhat we do not honor, we cannot grow, no matter the quality of the seed.
Yes indeed, Adrienne. OK, I know the Seychelles thing was a little off the wall, but still. RIP MMH.
ReplyDeletex10, Kid!
ReplyDeleteJim, I was amazed to discover he'd lived to the century. Quite a thing.
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