do i have to remove the windshield on my 71 to get the dash off?

okay guys come on now lets not get this thread turned into something it doesnt need to be...things didnt have to be said the way they did and more help could have been offerred, but lets clear the air and start fresh...anyone with ideas on this or answers post away....were all here to help eachother anyways rite? lets hear what you guys think