Remembering Those Who Have Served – Memorial Day 2010
Posted by Jim Hoft on Monday, May 31, 2010, 5:44 AM
To those brave men and women who have gone before and who are serving today.
Thank you.
This video never gets old.
Thank you to those who fought to keep this country free.
Jules Crittenden has a wonderful Memorial Day post up today.
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Sickofobama commented:
God bless you soldiers.
Thank you for my freedom.
You are not forgotten or hated by the majority of the American people who know we would not be America if it weren’t for you, the brave men and women who give it all for us to live free.
Your service is not in vane nor will we let those who despise you let be the case.
Nomobama commented:
Many thanks to America’s military! You are appreciated, supported, prayed for, and remembered. Your sacrifice brings tears to my eyes. We are you, and you are us, Americans one and all. May God bless and protect you, and may victory be near.
Chisum commented:
From Dan Riehl:
God bless America and the wonderful men and women who sacrificed and continue to in the cause of keeping her safe and free. Let’s not squander it at the ballot box come Novermber.
–AMEN–
bg commented:
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THANK YOU!!
It Has Always Been The Soldier
It is the soldier,
not the President who gives us democracy.
It is the soldier,
not the Congress who takes care of us.
It is the soldier,
not the Reporter who has given us Freedom of Press.
It is the soldier,
not the Poet who has given us Freedom of Speech.
It is the soldier,
not the campus [community] Organizer who
has given us the Freedom to Demonstrate.
It is the soldier,
who salutes the flag;
who serves beneath the flag,
and whose coffin is draped by the flag,
that allows the protester to burn the flag.
~ Father Dennis O’Brien, US Marine Corp. Chaplain
God Bless America!
God Bless Soldiers everywhere for putting THEIR
lives on the line to protect us ALL from terrorism!
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Opus #6 commented:
A moving video. Thanks for posting it Jim.
Former Air Force commented:
Not to be picky, but isn’t Veterans Day the day for honoring those that have served in the military AND Memorial Day is for remembering those who died while in military service?
Robert commented:
God bless the noble fallen, and their families,
and may we be worthy of their sacrifice.
Sojourner commented:
.. SALUTE/BLESS.
Valerie commented:
Former,
Who’s left after we bury the dead, but those who have served, their families, and the families of the fallen?
We can’t thank the dead directly, but we can thank those who are still living.
And then, there is the Great Creator of Us All, who taught us that we have everything we need to make this world work, and that the way to make this world work is to love Him, and love our neighbors.
As we explore what it means to “love our neighbors,” we find that phrase includes sacrifice, such as anguish, injury, and even death. So today, we honor the dead, and thank the living, for those who live have also sacrificed, and they are still available to be thanked.
For those who have served, I would also add that I have observed many people who continue to serve our community well, with zest and skill, after their official service ended. God has blessed us through our returning service members.
Richard Romano commented:
Rest well brave ones — God bless our troops in theater, and their families who await their return.
Andreas K. commented:
1945 America did what we failed to do ourselves in 1938.
America freed us from the Nazis.
Throughout the cold war America kept the Soviets and their fascist system away from us.
All of this was possible because of the men and women serving in the US armed forces.
Thank you.
CRC commented:
May God bless the families of those who gave their all.
Joanne commented:
God Bless all the men and women of the military who have freed many a people and those include the Americans, Canadians, British, Australians, New Zealanders, the Europeans, the South Africans, and all those who have sided with freedom and God Almighty. God Bless all those who have sacrificed their lives for others; there is no greater show of love for others.
John Gargano commented:
I hold the men and women in our armed forces in the highest regard. If you see one of them in public, walk up to them and say, THANK YOU.
These fine people provide the very basic security that allows our nation to survive They are the first reason our economy functions. We can all go about our lives because they are willing to, and often do, sacrifice theirs lives for us.
Many bad actors around the globe would act against us if it were not for these fine people. Their mere presents keeps us safe.
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!
Jean commented:
It’s been an honor serve my country and I would gladly do it again.
God bless all those who served including the ones serving now.
Happy Memorial Day GP…
ProLifer commented:
“For the holy souls of America’s fallen, Lord have mercy.”
Stuart commented:
I concur with Jean #17.
I am of the lucky ones. I came home with all my limbs intact and nothing worse than a case of nerves. Not all my friends were so fortunate. I salute the boys I knew who will be forever nineteen.
Chisum commented:
Recalling a Bush Memorial Day address at Arlington
These poignant and inspiring words are from President George W. Bush’s Memorial Day Address at Arlington National Cemetery, May 26th 2008. As we witness the forced implementation of a freedom robbing agenda, the callous disregard of the will of the people and the sacrifice of our allies on the alter of appeasement by a corrupt political machine, let us pause to reflect on President Bush’s words. “It only remains for us, the heirs of their legacy, to have the courage and the character to follow their lead — and to preserve America as the greatest nation on earth and the last best hope for mankind.”
http://www.americanthinker.com/blog/2010/05/recalling_a_bush_memorial_day.html
jennifer commented:
I have lived my whole life understanding and remembering those who have served. This is the 43rd year since Dad was killed in Vietnam…I will turn 43 in a few weeks.
I posted his photo on my blog once again as time never fills the empty space.
Callipygian1 commented:
After reading the below facts regarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, I am glad that this hallowed ground was not soiled by the current President…
This can be found by searching on Tomb of the Unknown Soldier facts… I had no idea, and I am a Vietnam Era Veteran… amazing stuff!
TOMB OF THE UNKNOWN SOLDIER
Interesting facts about the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the Sentinels of the Third United States Infantry Regiment “Old Guard”
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?
No, 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.
Steve commented:
We have some moving video tributes to the troops posted on Common Cents…
Hope you view them and if you like tell a friend.
Steve
Common Cents
http://www.commoncts.blogspot.com
David R. Graham commented:
Jim, We went through this last year! Memorial Day is not for serving US military personnel. It is for US military personnel who gave their lives for their country. Serving and former US military personnel are honored on Veteran’s Day. This is Memorial Day, for those who lost their lives in service to their country. Please correct this mistake (as you did last year!) and do not repeat this mistake next year! It is very important. Thanks, David