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Jessica’s grandfather, Gerald, served for 22 years as a welder in the army’s Royal Engineers, and was ‘thrilled’ that his daughter was on the cusp of a round-the-world deployment.
The 76-year-old said: ‘It’s a tremendous thrill that she is following in the tradition of serving in the armed services.
Steve McLenaghan and Gerald McLenaghan came out to support Steve s daughter, Jessica, who is serving onboard the aircraft carrier.
‘I know what a great life I had for 22 years in the army.’
But the veteran recognised the risks and sacrifices those in the services face.
He added: ‘There are concerns, of course. My grandson wanted to join the army during (the Afghanistan war) and I put him off the idea.
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May 13, 2021 | 9:01 PM
Trainer Bob Baffert watches workouts at Churchill Downs Wednesday, April 28, 2021, in Louisville, Ky. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
By Paul Newberr
Bob Baffert, welcome to the Doping Hall of Infamy.
You’re joining a very accomplished group, the crème de la crème of chemically enhanced miscreants.
Over there is the East German Olympic team. Right next to them, you’ll find Ben Johnson and Marion Jones. That big guy is Mark McGwire. And, of course, the shamelessly corrupt Lance Armstrong needs no introduction.
Sure, you didn’t actually inject the illicit substance into your own body, like the rest of the inductees, but you’ll fit right in.