An excellent tribute from Fox News’ Bret Baier:
Their contributions are immeasurable.
My Grandfather fought in World War II. I enlisted in the United States Army the year he officially retired—1976. It was a symbolic change of the guard and I was proud to follow in the footsteps of his combat boots. Until I retired in 2006, I had the privilege of serving in peace and war, with some of the finest Soldiers ever to wear the uniform. Some of them did not come home, and I will never forget them.
With apologies to Rupert Brooke:
If I should die, think only this of me:
That there’s some corner of a foreign field
That is for ever America.
A big salute to all the fallen from the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, and Coast Guard.
How Memorial Day came to be. A history lesson by the staff at Arlington Cemetery.
While you’re enjoying your bar-b-que and beer, take a moment to remember those who gave their lives so that you can enjoy this day in peace.
Try to attend your local Memorial Day parade, stop by your VFW or American Legion, participate in memorial services, and hoist a few drinks in memory of our fallen comrades.
Duty, Honor, Country
HOOAH!
SFC MAC