>  <<Crisis Chart>> 
> The personal loss of this week is devastating.  Our thoughts and prayers
> are with those families and friends of ours. 
> 
> It is sometimes hard to discuss issues that seem trivial compared to human
> life.   However, there is currently concern regarding the affect that this
> tragedy will have on our U.S. markets.  
> 
> The attached should shed some light on crisis events going back to the
> days of the Fall of France (1940). 
> 
> Please contact us if you have further questions or concerns.
> 
> Sincerely,
> 
> Charles
> 
> Charles J. Johansen
> Johansen/Petrauskas Group
> Vice President,
> Senior Financial Advisor,
> Certified Financial Manager
> Merrill Lynch
> (281) 775-8839
> 
> 
> 
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