Memorial Day

[BoeingDiesel]

Lest we not forget this Memorial Day and the ultimate sacrifice that so many gave to save and protect , “The United States of America.”

I have heard so many poor renditions of our National Anthem and doing a little search I came across this…the best I’ve heard in a long time.

Fair winds..following seas..and clear skies to the fallen.

 

[Wayne M.]

I’m waiting for the gusts to die down, so I can put my flag out.

 

[Wiredawg]

Fellow Veterans and other TDR Members,

I'm 3rd generation US Veteran: Grandpa: Poncho Villa Campaign, WWI; Father WWII, Korea, Vietnam; Brother: Viet Nam; and Me, Cold War and Middle East Deployments.

I display Old Glory 24/7/365:

And on the RV!

Oops, all most forgot: And in the shop

NEVER FORGOTTEN!

Cheers, Ron

 

[Wiredawg]

Lest we not forget this Memorial Day and the ultimate sacrifice that so many gave to save and protect , “The United States of America.”

I have heard so many poor renditions of our National Anthem and doing a little search I came across this…the best I’ve heard in a long time.

Fair winds..following seas..and clear skies to the fallen.

I hear ya on hating poor renditions of the National Anthem...some folks feel like they can rearrange it for their singing style.

I'm editing versus adding more posts: I have the worst singing voice of anyone, but I will sing the best I can. One time at Andrews, I was awarded a decoration by my commander, and when done, she asked me to lead off singing the Air Force Song and handed me the mic. I did my best, but was never asked to sing anything again, to everyone's benefit.

Tomorrow I have family and friends over. We'll say a prayer, well Pledge Allegiance to the Flag, and we'll sing the National Anthem. Then, we'll BBQ.

God Bless America, our Brothers and Sisters in harm's way, and for our Sacred Fallen.

Ron

 

[Wayne M.]

Fellow Veterans and other TDR Members,

I'm 3rd generation US Veteran: Grandpa: Poncho Villa Campaign, WWI; Father WWII, Korea, Vietnam; Brother: Viet Nam; and Me.

I display Old Glory 24/7/365:

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NEVER FORGOTTEN!

Cheers, Ron

Totally understood.
Regarding military service in family, my Moms paternal line has served in almost every US military action from Vietnam back to the American Revolution. That 7th Great grandfather was killed by Indians while protecting a fort in unsettled Illinois.
In my later years, I do sort of regret not giving service to my country. Understand that I was never a dodger or anything like that.
Regarding flying my flag, being a city dweller, I do not have a permanent pole like many rural properties do. So my holder is tied to my stairs railings, and when it’s gusty, shakes them pretty well, and the flag gets all wound up on itself.
So unless I can fly it perfectly and in perfect style, I won’t do it.
Enjoy your Memorial Day. It’s more than BBQ.

 

[DavidC]

I am getting a little disappointed, not televised ?. I did a little searching and found nothing except what they show as live streaming. We can televise New Years, Thanksgiving, Christmas but not a salute to the fallen that made them able to do this.
https://www.americanveteranscenter.org/avc-events/parade/

 

[fest3er]

I will play the national anthem on my keyboard next Sunday at the opening of the Salem (Va.)VA center's memorial for veterans who've died in the past year (family/friends will be placing engraved stones/bricks in a specific location at the center). I hope I don't screw it up. I've been playing it for 50-odd years for myself, but if I don't concentrate, I can lose my place. This week, I'll be practicing with CNN talking heads mixed in; I hope that will help me focus on the music and ignore the distractions around me.

 

[Wiredawg]

I will play the national anthem on my keyboard next Sunday at the opening of the Salem (Va.)VA center's memorial for veterans who've died in the past year (family/friends will be placing engraved stones/bricks in a specific location at the center). I hope I don't screw it up. I've been playing it for 50-odd years for myself, but if I don't concentrate, I can lose my place. This week, I'll be practicing with CNN talking heads mixed in; I hope that will help me focus on the music and ignore the distractions around me.

You'll do just fine! Good on you for playing and participating. I praise anyone who gives the effort and I wished I could be there to cheer you on!

Here's someone doing their best:

American Pride and Patriotism at its best!

Ron

 

[Tractorat]

I'm 3rd generation US Veteran: Grandpa: Poncho Villa Campaign, WWI; Father WWII, Korea, Vietnam; Brother: Viet Nam; and Me, Cold War and Middle East Deployments.

Not sure the count on how many generations. I and a couple of cousins were in vietnam. Another cousin (we lost him a few weeks ago at age 85) was in Korea. My dad, a few cousins, and a bunch of uncles were in WWII. Grandfather and great uncle in WWi (great uncle was gassed). Great grandfather in the Spanish American war ( he was at san juan hill). Dont know how many, but a few in the civil war. As far as I know, we missed the mexican war. Had some in the Revolution. One even signed the Declaration of Independence. Before that I know that at least one was in the french and indian war (I know, that was fighting for england not the US).

 

[BoeingDiesel]

Tractor...that's a lineage to be proud of and Semper Fidelis to a Tet veteran.

 

[Wiredawg]

Not sure the count on how many generations. I and a couple of cousins were in vietnam. Another cousin (we lost him a few weeks ago at age 85) was in Korea. My dad, a few cousins, and a bunch of uncles were in WWII. Grandfather and great uncle in WWi (great uncle was gassed). Great grandfather in the Spanish American war ( he was at san juan hill). Dont know how many, but a few in the civil war. As far as I know, we missed the mexican war. Had some in the Revolution. One even signed the Declaration of Independence. Before that I know that at least one was in the french and indian war (I know, that was fighting for england not the US).

Awesome, I love to hear heritage stories!
Ron

 

[BoeingDiesel]

I will play the national anthem on my keyboard next Sunday at the opening of the Salem (Va.)VA center's memorial for veterans who've died in the past year (family/friends will be placing engraved stones/bricks in a specific location at the center). I hope I don't screw it up. I've been playing it for 50-odd years for myself, but if I don't concentrate, I can lose my place. This week, I'll be practicing with CNN talking heads mixed in; I hope that will help me focus on the music and ignore the distractions around me.

Fest3er...I doubt that you will screw up...shut out the peripheral distractions and rely upon what comes natural.

 

[BoeingDiesel]

A nickel on the grass to you Rabbi...i will never forget.

 

[mwilson]

 

[DHayden]

Myself, my sister, my mom, 3 of 4 uncles, my grandfather, my great grandfather, all the way back to the civil war have served. Thank all of you who have served and those who have family that served!

 

[Wiredawg]

Just got through watching Memorial Day Ceremony at Arlington Cemetery with Vice President Pence Presiding live on C-Span. As is common for me, I shed tears for our fallen, including family and friends. There are other showings of it I recommend seeing.

Added: I'm recording so I can watch again later.

Thank you fellow military for your service and sacrifice, and thank you non-military for all your support and patriotism.

America, land of the free and home of the brave.

Ron

 

[DavidC]

I am watching now, recorded it so I did not miss anything. Very moving and something every American should see and know why they are speaking English and pretty much have free reign of their lives.

 

[DavidC]

Here is something to show the scope of fallen etc.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States_military_casualties_of_war

 

[Wiredawg]

So my friends, this was/is a wonderful thread. Here is a little lighter side of Memorial Day today with my niece visiting together while my BIL cooks.

One of the things we did on active duty was have cookouts and share friendship, in the Middle East, in Iceland and other places around the world. Today I've remembered and honored friends no longer here, ones who still make me laugh, and to ones I've never met, but are still close brothers and sisters. And here's to y'all for making this another "memorable" Memorial Day.

Cheers. Ron

 

[DavidC]

You seeing stars Ron ?