The kindness that started a company

In every business, there's an idea. Inspiration for that idea often comes from unexpected sources. Bunker 27, for me, was inspired by an experience in the United States Air Force during active duty.

One morning I entered a convenience store on my way to work. In my uniform, an elderly man approached me and shook my hand. He expressed gratitude for my service to our country and handed me a twenty-dollar bill. Despite my refusal, he insisted that I accept the money.

His kind and respectful gesture gave me a feeling of appreciation and honor that has stayed with me throughout my life. Later that same day I was in the base exchange and saw a retired World War II veteran. I walked up to him and offered my hand.  “Thank you sir for your service to our country, “I said and handed him the same twenty dollar bill I had been given earlier. “Please accept this as a token of my appreciation for your service to our country.” I wanted to pass along that same feeling of sincere appreciation to this man who I so respected. His warm smile and handshake told me my mission had been a success.

Our mission at Bunker 27 is to continue to carry forward that feeling of appreciation by honoring the men and women who have made sacrifices in their lives to protect and serve our country and keep us free.  Honor Those Who Keep Us Free.

Darren Moore