Let's not forget...

Falstaff · May 26, 2003, 12:31 PM

Memorial Day...

And remember the sacrifices that were made by men and women and families in all countries for Freedom. Today I remember fallen comrades, and those that wait for eternal peace, after having given so much for our country, and to protect the lives of Americans abroad, their sacrifices were not in vain.
This morning I remember the solemn vow that we all took so many years ago, it meant a great deal then, and it has not diminished my faith in our nation..
For young men and women today that guard liberty and freedom,
who fight our battles, who keep the peace.
Who put their lives on the line for Freedom everyday.
Who are entombed in marked and unmarked graves.
Who are entombed within the depths of the oceans.
Who perished rescuing survivors in 9/11
Who perished re-entering earths atmosphere.
Today they are all my heros..

May they rest in peace.
A solemn and grateful nation say,
Thankyou

JavaFox · May 27, 2003, 07:20 PM

Our serivcemen and women are America's greatest citizens, and we will never forget the sacrifices they've made to make this country safe.

~~Sourcer_2002~~ · May 27, 2003, 10:03 PM

A moment for all those protecting are country and all that it intails.

Mac Daddy · May 28, 2003, 12:14 AM

Ahh very nicely said Jeff.
And even though I'm Canadian and celebrated Victoria Day last week.

My heartfelt wishes to all the servicemen in America who gave their lives to help make the World a better place.
And too all the living Vet's such as yourself who still sacrifice so much of their time to help others ..

Falstaff · May 28, 2003, 02:43 AM

General MacArthur, reitired from years of service, addressed the graduatiing class of West Point before he passed away....The address was lengthy and remarkably not self serving, His last words to the cadets was simply this....Old soldiers never die...they just fade away.....

toddsmack2k · May 28, 2003, 03:32 PM

I want to say THANK YOU to all those who have and are serving our great country and to all those of other nations who have done the same. Thank you for doing your duty and for your sacrifice i will never forget it!

UberLord · May 28, 2003, 03:37 PM

Was this date special before or after WW1?

JavaFox · May 28, 2003, 04:28 PM

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Originally posted by UberLord
Was this date special before or after WW1?

Memorial Day, which was originally called Decoration Day, was first observed in 1868. This day was made significant by our civil war.

However, the southern American states did not honor Memorial Day until after WWI, as they celebrated and remembered their dead on different days.

UberLord · May 28, 2003, 04:43 PM

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Originally posted by JavaFox
Memorial Day, which was originally called Decoration Day, was first observed in 1868. This day was made significant by our civil war.

However, the southern American states did not honor Memorial Day until after WWI, as they celebrated and remembered their dead on different days.

Thanks for that.

I was just curious as a lot of other countries remember the soldiers on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month (when the armstice was signed to signify the end of WW1 if you don't know your history)

May 26, 2003, 12:31 PM	#1
Falstaff Old Codger Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: USAFA Posts: 19,047 Rep Power: 206	Let's not forget... Memorial Day... And remember the sacrifices that were made by men and women and families in all countries for Freedom. Today I remember fallen comrades, and those that wait for eternal peace, after having given so much for our country, and to protect the lives of Americans abroad, their sacrifices were not in vain. This morning I remember the solemn vow that we all took so many years ago, it meant a great deal then, and it has not diminished my faith in our nation.. For young men and women today that guard liberty and freedom, who fight our battles, who keep the peace. Who put their lives on the line for Freedom everyday. Who are entombed in marked and unmarked graves. Who are entombed within the depths of the oceans. Who perished rescuing survivors in 9/11 Who perished re-entering earths atmosphere. Today they are all my heros.. May they rest in peace. A solemn and grateful nation say, Thankyou __________________ "Inspiration is always a surprising visitor."

May 28, 2003, 12:14 AM	#4
Mac Daddy DriverHeaven Extreme Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 7,950 Rep Power: 78 System Specs	Ahh very nicely said Jeff. And even though I'm Canadian and celebrated Victoria Day last week. My heartfelt wishes to all the servicemen in America who gave their lives to help make the World a better place. And too all the living Vet's such as yourself who still sacrifice so much of their time to help others .. __________________ "My mom said the only reason men are alive is for lawn care and vehicle maintenance." - Tim Allen

May 28, 2003, 02:43 AM	Thread Starter #5
Falstaff Old Codger Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: USAFA Posts: 19,047 Rep Power: 206	As appropriate as it may be General MacArthur, reitired from years of service, addressed the graduatiing class of West Point before he passed away....The address was lengthy and remarkably not self serving, His last words to the cadets was simply this....Old soldiers never die...they just fade away..... __________________ "Inspiration is always a surprising visitor."

May 28, 2003, 03:32 PM	#6
toddsmack2k It Never..... Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Kentucky Posts: 3,173 Rep Power: 0	I want to say THANK YOU to all those who have and are serving our great country and to all those of other nations who have done the same. Thank you for doing your duty and for your sacrifice i will never forget it! __________________ [color=blue]*Bleeding From the Inside Pouring Out, The* *DriverHeaven* Spiral, We Shall Never Let Go Of.[/color]

May 28, 2003, 03:37 PM	#7
UberLord A Legend in Underwear Join Date: May 2002 Location: Unknown Posts: 5,255 Rep Power: 70	Was this date special before or after WW1? __________________ Gentoo Linux - Developer (baselayout) Read my blog "I contend that we are both atheists. I just believe in one fewer god than you do. When you understand why you dismiss all the other possible gods, you will understand why I dismiss yours." Stephen Roberts

May 27, 2003, 07:20 PM	#2
JavaFox E Pluribus Unum Join Date: May 2002 Posts: 3,203 Rep Power: 0	Our serivcemen and women are America's greatest citizens, and we will never forget the sacrifices they've made to make this country safe.

May 27, 2003, 10:03 PM	#3
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