Bush showed his leadership qualities after 9/11

I WOULD ask John Fenton (‘Bush to blame for my son’s death’, Letters, June 24) where we would be without those like his son who make the supreme sacrifice for their country — a sacrifice very few are even willing to consider in these times.

Where would we be without those willing to fight for our freedom?

Did Hitler go away after negotiation? Did Ireland become a Republic through discussion? Did Japan listen while we were negotiating?