As the son of a Korean War veteran,and the son-in-law of a W W I I veteran, I’d just like to THANKS to all the veterans on this board!
As the son of a lifer in the US Navy, I want to second Murphy’s thanks.
Spend a few minutes today remembering that all you have is protected and kept safe by those who serve.
Think about going to your local National Cemetery, and maybe cleaning a few grave markers or head stones, a small favor in return for such huge sacrifices.
Ed
I got to hug a veteran this morning. It was nice he was there to hug!
Thank you, vets. I’m also the son of a Korean vet, and have two veterans for brother-in-laws.
Do you guys mark 11th November like we do in Britain?
Ever since the end of World War 1, we’ve always commemorated those who lost their lives in wars on 11 th November, as the cease fire at the end of World War one came into force at 11 o’clock on 11th November 1918. Alas it was a day too late for a great uncle of mine who lost his life the day before. Since then we always remember all those who’ve fallen in war om that day. On the nearest Sunday there are parades up and down the country.
Thank you to all of our Veterans. Your sacrifice, and the ultimate sacrifices of those who did not make it have made this country the great one it is.
Well I served in the armed forces for more than six years but I personally am proud of my late Grandpa who served in the Army During WWII. My only regret is that we were not closer. I know about a few things that he went through during the war but I wish I knew more. As an interesting aside, I married a lady from one of the “enemy” nations. Her Uncle died in combat (also WWII) while serving his country. I am equally as proud of him. I am not going to judge her late Uncle by the country he went to War for. He served honorably and unfortunately died honorably. Thank you to all of the Veterans of war.
In Canada November 11th is a National Holiday called Remembrance Day. Every City, Town and Village has a ceremony at 11:00 AM. We wear popies on our lapels starting around Nov. 1st. The poppies remember Flanders Fields, recalled in a poem written by a Canadian soldier in WW1.
This is from http://www.arlingtoncemetery.net/flanders.htm
In Flanders Fields
By: Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae, MD (1872-1918)
Canadian Army
IN FLANDERS FIELDS the poppies blow
Between the crosses row on row,
That mark our place; and in the sky
The larks, still bravely singing, fly
Scarce heard amid the guns below.
We are the Dead. Short days ago
We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow,
Loved and were loved, and now we lie
In Flanders fields.
Take up our quarrel with the foe:
To you from failing hands we throw
The torch; be yours to hold it high.
If ye break faith with us who die
We shall not sleep, though poppies grow
In Flanders fields.
McCrae’s “In Flanders Fields” remains to this day one of the most memorable war poems ever written. It is a lasting legacy of the terrible battle in the Ypres salient in the spring of 1915. Here is the story of the making of that poem: <
Amen, both my Dad and Grandpa are veterans.
I agree with the sentiments of MURPHY SIDING and others. How many of us have ever stopped to think that without the sacrifices that military veterans made for this country, we would not be free to do many of the things we enjoy doing, including watching trains?
CANADIANPACIFIC2816
Yesterday was the birthday of the Marine Corps. 
Ooh Rah!
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QUOTE: Originally posted by nanaimo73
In Canada November 11th is a National Holiday called Remembrance Day. Every City, Town and Village has a ceremony at 11:00 AM. We wear popies on our lapels starting around Nov. 1st. The poppies remember Flanders Fields, recalled in a poem written by a Canadian soldier in WW1.
This is from http://www.arlingtoncemetery.net/flanders.htm
In Flanders Fields
By: Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae, MD (1872-1918)
Canadian Army
IN FLANDERS FIELDS the poppies blow
Between the crosses row on row,
That mark our place; and in the sky
The larks, still bravely singing, fly
Scarce heard amid the guns below.
We are the Dead. Short days ago
We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow,
Loved and were loved, and now we lie
In Flanders fields.
Take up our quarrel with the foe:
To you from failing hands we throw
The torch; be yours to hold it high.
If ye break faith with us who die
We shall not sleep, though poppies grow
In Flanders fields.
McCrae’s “In Flanders Fields” remains to this day one of the most memorable war poems ever written. It is a lasting legacy of the terrible battle in the Ypres salient in the
Mookie, I’m with you: I get to hug a Vet everyday (Mutt); and whenever I
get to see him, I get to hug another Vet: my twin brother!! I’m very proud
of both of them, along with my oldest brother, who was a Vet also. Sure
do miss him, God rest his soul[:(]
www.fuzzyworld3.com/vet1111.html
For some strange reason (!) that page on my website gets tons of visits this time of year…
Thanks to all who fought and fight for our freedoms. A big hug to you all.