Memorial Day, the meaning

[Paul B]

Lets remember our Fallen Veterans today. If it were not for them, we would not be having fun on this day.

I had an Uncle who was a WW1 Vet. He led the Veterans Day Parade in Manhattan until he was into his 80s, then when he could not keep up by walking, they put him in a car that led the parade. His uniform stilll fit.
My Army uniform didn't fit me after about ten minutes after I came back to civilian life.
My Father N Law was wounded in the Cook Islands and spent a year in a hospital. My Dad was a little old for WW2 so they made him a plumber building Navy ships in the Brooklyn Navy Yard.
I hope during our bar be cue's and partying we take a moment to remember our fallen Veterans.
When I was a kid this was called Decoration Day
Memorial Day — History.com Articles, Video, Pictures and Facts

 

[Paul_N]

Thanks for reminding us Paul. All too often we not only forget those serving but most importantly those that have paid the ultimate price in defending our freedoms and this country. They both will always be remembered in my prayers every day.

"For all those who gave their all in service to our country we honor you.
For all those serving and who have served, we say thank you."

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[Paul B]

Paul_PSU, nice post

 

[PFCDeitz]

Godbless the past,present and current Soldiers!