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The background of this banner is from two panels contained in the 'Fragments from France' book found in the Misc. section.
-Fragments from France (Putnam 1917)
This message was written by Kracalactaka (Brian)
Veteran’s Day in the US, Remembrance Day in Canada, Britain, Australia, New Zealand and the rest of the British Commonwealth. Originally called Armistice Day to mark the end of WWI it has since been expanded to acknowledge the sacrifices our soldiers have made in defense of freedom not only in these countries, but many others as well. As a veteran myself I feel a bond of brotherhood with not only all who have worn my country’s uniform, but also those who have done so for their own nations. There is no nobler endeavor than to put on the uniform and stand between your nation and those who would harm it.
Every Veterans’ Day I think of fallen comrades. Young men in the prime of life with nick-names like Beaker, Pogo, Vinny & Beav. This Nov 11 my thoughts also go to the WWII veterans, very few are still with us now and we owe them much. The world is by far not a perfect place, but I think their sacrifice laid the foundation for making it better. Not only the Allied troops but also the countless (very) young men who were drafted into service in Germany, Italy & Japan and lost their lives too. Germany, Italy & Japan are free nations today, a freedom that is built on the blood shed by both sides. We who are the benefactors of these past sacrifices should honor them not only with remembrance, but also with deed by earning that sacrifice in our daily lives by being honest, forthright & compassionate in our professional and personal lives.
Military service is difficult and dangerous, even in peacetime. Military men & women do extraordinary things under trying conditions, risking their life & health, on a daily basis. So when you meet veterans, please thank them for their service, they probably endured much more than their outward appearance would imply.
Kracalactaka (Brian)
SGT USMC ’87-‘93 & US Army ’94-‘99