Memorial day. THANK YOU.

[mtnwrunner]

I would like to thank all the veterans and current military members for their service and sacrifice. In this day and age with our country in dire trouble the frontliners are often overlooked.
Thank you and I salute you ALL.

Randy

 

[monsterbucks]

Well said Randy. I too would like to salute all the present and past military and their families. God Bless each and everyone of you and God bless the U.S.A.

 

[jmp408]

Well said. God Bless our military and first responders. God bless the USA!

 

[87TT]

 

[14idaho]

I'd like to thank all my sister's and brothers in arms. I spent considerable time in military, D.O.D. and Blackwater. This time of the year I think about all my team members that were killed and injured. I remember their names and faces, and the circumstances under which they died. I fight with the feelings often but count it a pleasure to have served with some of the finest people on earth. I miss them all. Sorry for the treats on the screen.

 

[GSPHUNTER]

Thanks to all past and present armed force members. USN 68-72

 

[Hoghead]

Very good thread. I think there sacrifices often get overlooked thank all of you for your service.

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[eddielasvegas]

Might be a good time to remind folks of the purpose of the three most celebrated military holidays:

Armed Forces Day - Honor those currently serving in the military
Memorial Day - Honor those who died in a war/conflict/action
Veterans Days - Honor those who served in a war/conflict/action

The guidelines for Veterans Day have changed a little over the years to include all those that served
in the military.

Not trying to cause any drama or disrespect those that have served/or are serving (I was in the USMC), but the holidays can be conflated at times and they should not be as the intention of each is clear.


Eddie

 

[BFR]

In memory of those who gave their lives so that we may be free.
RIP brothers and sisters.

Might be a good time to remind folks of the purpose of the three most celebrated military holidays:

Armed Forces Day - Honor those currently serving in the military
Memorial Day - Honor those who died in a war/conflict/action
Veterans Days - Honor those who served in a war/conflict/action

The guidelines for Veterans Day have changed a little over the years to include all those that served
in the military.

Not trying to cause any drama or disrespect those that have served/or are serving (I was in the USMC), but the holidays can be conflated at times and they should not be as the intention of each is clear.


Eddie

 

[Beendare]

Here here, respect.....thanks for your service

 

[Olsolitaire1]

May we never forget them and may they never become unknown's

 

[RickLB]

To the fallen and their families, SALUTE!! U.S.Army 86-06

 

[24on48hunting]

Many thanks to all of you!

 

[14idaho]

I'd like to thank all my sister's and brothers in arms. I spent considerable time in military, D.O.D. and Blackwater. This time of the year I think about all my team members that were killed and injured. I remember their names and faces, and the circumstances under which they died. I fight with the feelings often but count it a pleasure to have served with some of the finest people on earth. I miss them all. Sorry for the treats on the screen.

Tears on screen.

 

[RickLB]

 

[eddielasvegas]

I do not tear up easily, but this pic does it for me every time.

It perfectly illustrates that the most important things in life aren't things after all.


Eddie

 

[mtnwrunner]

Yup, that'll do it.

Randy

 

[EastMT]

Remember those who didn’t make it, and those trying to make it without them.

 

[sneaky]

Just lost another Marine I served in Iraq with to suicide a week ago. The list of names keeps growing longer. This is a tough weekend but a needed reminder.

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[Wvroach]

Just lost another Marine I served in Iraq with to suicide a week ago. The list of names keeps growing longer. This is a tough weekend but a needed reminder.

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Have lost several friends, 3 in the last 12 months... Just had the memorial service yesterday and hearing taps never gets easier.

Those who have had the struggle understand it isn't cowardice as these are among the bravest men I ever have known. Any one out there struggling if you ever need to talk to anyone help is there, and it isn't a sign of weakness to seek it. As men, I know it can be extremely difficult to admit something is wrong but in the end when you take your own life it is a permanent solution to a temporary problem, and will put a strain on those who were close with you constantly second guessing what they could have done differently.

Today we remember the fallen, including those who didn't die on the battlefield but at home years later. These men and women served to preserve our freedoms and identity as a nation, may God bless their families and offer comfort on this day of remembrance.