Memorial Day…

Posted on by March 6, 2013

This weekend marks the 41st observance of Memorial Day since it became an official federal holiday in 1971.  This patriotic tribute to fallen servicemen and women stems from the Civil War era, when communities gathered in the spring to decorate the graves of fallen soldiers.  It has gone by different names since its inception over a century ago, but the message remains the same – honor those that have died defending our country and most importantly, our freedom. 

Please take a moment to remember all Soldiers, Sailors, Marines, Airmen and others who have given their lives to ensure our Nation’s safety.  The National Moment of Remembrance encourages all Americans to pause wherever they are at 3 p.m. local time on Memorial Day for a minute of silence to remember and honor those who have died in service to the nation.


There is a good article in the Washington Times (HERE) that talks about the Armed Forces DNA Identification Laboratory and the work it does…

And Monday will be the 25th Anniversary of Rolling Thunder, and the early estimate is 500,000 will be here for it (HERE).

Remember, some gave all…



Jarhead added this in comments…

Let me leave you with this:

Who are the Veterans?…”Veterans are Fathers, Mothers, Sons, Daughters, Brothers, Sisters, Friends and Lovers. They are the elderly people who can barely stand but refuse to sit when old glory passes by. They are the people who sit quietly thinking of a plan when everyone else is panicking; the ones who stand up for somebody’s rights even though they may disagree with them. They are the ones who celebrate Memorial Day and Veterans Day everyday of the year. They are the people who keep going when everybody else gives up. They know the meaning of “The Ultimate Sacrifice” and are willing to make it without a second thought. They do not ask for praise or glory, only that you Honor those who have given their all.”

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Memorial Day… — 9 Comments

  4. Well said, my friend.
    Let me leave you with this:

    Who are the Veterans?…”Veterans are Fathers, Mothers, Sons, Daughters, Brothers, Sisters, Friends and Lovers. They are the elderly people who can barely stand but refuse to sit when old glory passes by. They are the people who sit quietly thinking of a plan when everyone else is panicking; the ones who stand up for somebody’s rights even though they may disagree with them. They are the ones who celebrate Memorial Day and Veterans Day everyday of the year. They are the people who keep going when everybody else gives up. They know the meaning of “The Ultimate Sacrifice” and are willing to make it without a second thought. They do not ask for praise or glory, only that you Honor those who have given their all.”