With Memorial Day fast approaching, and the usual parades, sales, etc. I thought it would be a good time to remind folks what the cost of freedom really is, and who pays it (most here have some, if not a damn good idea). The town near me has cancelled their normal Memorial Day Parade at the request of many Veteran and Gold Star families, as it has become a bit too "Festive" over the last few years. It will be replaced by a REAL "Solemn Walk", and we'll see what happens next year. I don't know- most of the guys I knew who left us would want people to have a good time, just to not forget why we have "Decoration Day" as my Dad and Grandfather s called it.
Having seen more casualties than I have cared to, Enemy, Ally, and Brother alike, I thought this picture would put things in perspective: Yes, It's the "Fighting I", and you can go and visit her at the pier in Manhattan, and there's a plaque indicating where this attack took place on the ship. It's definitely worth the trip. We stand on the shoulders of Giants.
Having seen more casualties than I have cared to, Enemy, Ally, and Brother alike, I thought this picture would put things in perspective: Yes, It's the "Fighting I", and you can go and visit her at the pier in Manhattan, and there's a plaque indicating where this attack took place on the ship. It's definitely worth the trip. We stand on the shoulders of Giants.
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