johnkepka
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Remember Memorial Day this weekend. Just think about it.
Memorial Day
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Tanner
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Definitely a day to remember the Troops and the freedoms they have provided for us over the years.
gokartergo
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Monday I am going to spend most of the day making pens for the freedompen project..Thanks to all that serve and have served..[
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GaryMGg
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Thanks to all those who served.
Monday I am going to Bellview, FL wherein I will watch them dedicate one of four new Blue Star Highway markers that wouldn't be happening without my wife's work.
And, I built the temporary stand that'll be used to display them since DOT didn't get off their duffs to see that the real posts got installed in time.
Monday I am going to Bellview, FL wherein I will watch them dedicate one of four new Blue Star Highway markers that wouldn't be happening without my wife's work.
And, I built the temporary stand that'll be used to display them since DOT didn't get off their duffs to see that the real posts got installed in time.
TellicoTurning
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I have to work Monday, but as a veteran, I'll remember all my fellow vets.
Thanks to all who serve.
Thanks to all who serve.
Fred
Member
May we always be honorable to those that have served on line and in the face of danger to protect the way of life way to many of us take for granted.
God Bless our veterans!
God Bless our veterans!
cutterwoodjoe
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What Constitutes an American?
"Not color nor race nor religion. Not the pedigree of his family nor the place of his birth.
Not the coincidence of his citizenship. Not his social status nor his bank account.
Not his trade nor his profession. An American is one who loves justice and
believes in the dignity of man. An American is one who will fight for his freedom
and that of his neighbor. An American is one who will sacrifice property, ease
and security in order that he and his children may retain the right of free men. "
'Harold Ickes, Secretary of the Interior, May 1941’
This Memorial Day, more than any other time in history since World War II, we thankfully remember those who have fought, who are fighting, and who will continue to fight to preserve our liberty and the right of all people to live in freedom.
As we pause to give thanks on this holiday, let's fly our flags a little more proudly and keep alive the spirit of American patriotism that is burning bright in us today.
"Not color nor race nor religion. Not the pedigree of his family nor the place of his birth.
Not the coincidence of his citizenship. Not his social status nor his bank account.
Not his trade nor his profession. An American is one who loves justice and
believes in the dignity of man. An American is one who will fight for his freedom
and that of his neighbor. An American is one who will sacrifice property, ease
and security in order that he and his children may retain the right of free men. "
'Harold Ickes, Secretary of the Interior, May 1941’
This Memorial Day, more than any other time in history since World War II, we thankfully remember those who have fought, who are fighting, and who will continue to fight to preserve our liberty and the right of all people to live in freedom.
As we pause to give thanks on this holiday, let's fly our flags a little more proudly and keep alive the spirit of American patriotism that is burning bright in us today.
clement
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Past week we had a special Memory day here in Belgium in the city of Bastogne. It was due to the fact that the Sherman tank exposed there was completely restored by the Belgian Army. There where some US vets present to remember the " Battle of the Ardennes " where a lot of GI's where killed and gives their life for freedom of Europe.
This monday I will have a special attention to all de US vets,
clem
This monday I will have a special attention to all de US vets,
clem
Mikey
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Memorial day now has a special meaning for me since I went to DC last year on Memorial day and got to participate in the many different things that go on there. From the many, many people at the Vietnam memorial to the many soldiers at the WWII memorial and all the cards, plaques, flowers, and pictures left at those monuments and at the Arlingon National Cemetery I have a much deeper appreciation of my fellow Americans and what a great nation I live in.
Plus, I get the day off.[]
Plus, I get the day off.[
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Jim in Oakville
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I made this case a few years ago to memorialize my two grandfathers ( WW I & WW II) and my dad (WW II & Korea).
My two brothers serve today in the USN and the USAF.
I remember every day...God Bless
My two brothers serve today in the USN and the USAF.
I remember every day...God Bless
airrat
Member
When writing the poem for the card to the center for the intrepid, my wife wrote one for memorial day.
The path that we follow
the road that we take.
The decision is ours
freely to make.
This gift to us given
by those long gone.
Who died to deliver
our freedom's dawn.
To keep the gift safe
our soldiers still fight.
They stand and take guard
through both day and night.
Our troops, they protect us
from what each day might bring.
It is to them that we owe
the ability to hear freedom's ring.
K.Wyatt
The path that we follow
the road that we take.
The decision is ours
freely to make.
This gift to us given
by those long gone.
Who died to deliver
our freedom's dawn.
To keep the gift safe
our soldiers still fight.
They stand and take guard
through both day and night.
Our troops, they protect us
from what each day might bring.
It is to them that we owe
the ability to hear freedom's ring.
K.Wyatt
Poppy
Member
Tom, your wife is a very talented lady, thank you both for sharing the poem and its message with us.
smoky10
Member
Jim, that is a great tribute to your father and grandfathers.
PenWorks
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I never reprint spam mail or other things I get, but a friend of mine sent me this. I find this most appropiate for the Memorial Day. Plus, I did not know these most interesting facts. I hope you enjoy it.
Anthony
On Jeopardy the other night, the final question was How many steps does the guard take during his walk across the tomb of the Unknowns ------ All three missed it ---
This is really an awesome sight to watch if you've never had the chance Very fascinating.
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
1. How many steps does the guard take during his walk across the
tomb of the Unknowns and why?
21 steps. It alludes to the twenty-one gun salute, which is the
highest honor given any military or foreign dignitary.
2. How long does he hesitate after his about face to begin his
return walk and why?
21 seconds for the same reason as answer number 1
3. Why are his gloves wet?
His gloves are moistened to prevent his losing his grip on the rifle.
4. Does he carry his rifle on the same shoulder all the time
and if not, why not?
He carries the rifle on the shoulder away from the tomb.
After his march across the path, he executes an about face
and moves the rifle to the outside shoulder.
5. How often are the guards changed?
Guards are changed every thirty minutes,
twenty-four hours a day, 365 days a year.
6. What are the physical traits of the guard limited to?
For a person to apply for guard duty at the tomb, he must be
between 5' 10" and 6' 2" tall and his waist size cannot exceed 30." Other
requirements of the Guard: They must commit 2 years of life to guard the
tomb, live in a barracks under the tomb, and cannot drink any alcohol on
or off duty for the rest of their lives. They cannot swear in public for the
rest of their lives and cannot disgrace the uniform {fighting} or the tomb in
any way. After two years, the guard is given a wreath pin that is worn on
their lapel signifying they served as guard of the tomb. There are only
400 presently worn. The guard must obey these rules for the rest of their
lives or give up the wreath pin.
The shoes are specially made with very thick soles to keep the heat
and cold from their feet. There are metal heel plates that extend to the
top of the shoe in order to make the loud click as they come to a halt.
There are no wrinkles, folds or lint on the uniform. Guards dress for duty
in front of a full-length mirror.
The first six months of duty a guard cannot talk to anyone, nor
watch TV. All off duty time is spent studying the 175 notable people laid
to rest in Arlington National Cemetery . A guard must memorize who they are
and where they are interred. Among the notables are: President Taft, Joe
E. Lewis {the boxer} and Medal of Honor winner Audie Murphy, {the most
decorated soldier of WWII} of Hollywood fame.
Every guard spends five hours a day getting his uniforms ready for
guard duty.
ETERNAL REST GRANT THEM O LORD, AND LET PERPETUAL LIGHT SHINE UPON THEM.
In 2003 as Hurricane Isabelle was approaching Washington , DC , our
US Senate/House took 2 days off with anticipation of the storm. On the ABC
evening news, it was reported that because of the dangers from the
hurricane, the military members assigned the duty of guarding the Tomb of
the Unknown Soldier were given permission to suspend the assignment. They
respectfully declined the offer, "No way, Sir!" Soaked to the skin,
marching in the pelting rain of a tropical storm, they said that guarding
the Tomb was not just an assignment, it was the highest honor that can be
afforded to a serviceperson. The tomb has been patrolled continuously,
24/7, since 1930.
God Bless and keep them.
Anthony
On Jeopardy the other night, the final question was How many steps does the guard take during his walk across the tomb of the Unknowns ------ All three missed it ---
This is really an awesome sight to watch if you've never had the chance Very fascinating.
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
1. How many steps does the guard take during his walk across the
tomb of the Unknowns and why?
21 steps. It alludes to the twenty-one gun salute, which is the
highest honor given any military or foreign dignitary.
2. How long does he hesitate after his about face to begin his
return walk and why?
21 seconds for the same reason as answer number 1
3. Why are his gloves wet?
His gloves are moistened to prevent his losing his grip on the rifle.
4. Does he carry his rifle on the same shoulder all the time
and if not, why not?
He carries the rifle on the shoulder away from the tomb.
After his march across the path, he executes an about face
and moves the rifle to the outside shoulder.
5. How often are the guards changed?
Guards are changed every thirty minutes,
twenty-four hours a day, 365 days a year.
6. What are the physical traits of the guard limited to?
For a person to apply for guard duty at the tomb, he must be
between 5' 10" and 6' 2" tall and his waist size cannot exceed 30." Other
requirements of the Guard: They must commit 2 years of life to guard the
tomb, live in a barracks under the tomb, and cannot drink any alcohol on
or off duty for the rest of their lives. They cannot swear in public for the
rest of their lives and cannot disgrace the uniform {fighting} or the tomb in
any way. After two years, the guard is given a wreath pin that is worn on
their lapel signifying they served as guard of the tomb. There are only
400 presently worn. The guard must obey these rules for the rest of their
lives or give up the wreath pin.
The shoes are specially made with very thick soles to keep the heat
and cold from their feet. There are metal heel plates that extend to the
top of the shoe in order to make the loud click as they come to a halt.
There are no wrinkles, folds or lint on the uniform. Guards dress for duty
in front of a full-length mirror.
The first six months of duty a guard cannot talk to anyone, nor
watch TV. All off duty time is spent studying the 175 notable people laid
to rest in Arlington National Cemetery . A guard must memorize who they are
and where they are interred. Among the notables are: President Taft, Joe
E. Lewis {the boxer} and Medal of Honor winner Audie Murphy, {the most
decorated soldier of WWII} of Hollywood fame.
Every guard spends five hours a day getting his uniforms ready for
guard duty.
ETERNAL REST GRANT THEM O LORD, AND LET PERPETUAL LIGHT SHINE UPON THEM.
In 2003 as Hurricane Isabelle was approaching Washington , DC , our
US Senate/House took 2 days off with anticipation of the storm. On the ABC
evening news, it was reported that because of the dangers from the
hurricane, the military members assigned the duty of guarding the Tomb of
the Unknown Soldier were given permission to suspend the assignment. They
respectfully declined the offer, "No way, Sir!" Soaked to the skin,
marching in the pelting rain of a tropical storm, they said that guarding
the Tomb was not just an assignment, it was the highest honor that can be
afforded to a serviceperson. The tomb has been patrolled continuously,
24/7, since 1930.
God Bless and keep them.
wudnhed
Member
This is late but "I remember" and I'm proud to be an American!
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