To Honor Our Fallen and Those that Serve[D]

[Jack-KA3ZLR-]

Good Day Everyone,

 Just a rememberence to Honor all of our Service Personell Past, Present and Future, and again as always "Welcome Home" From ZedLR....and the group...

[W2INR]

AMEN

[W1UJR]

Thanks Jack.

It’s easy to get caught up in the fun and activities of the weekend and lose sight of the fine men and women who have sacrificed for our country.
Let us not forgot those who are in the Middle East holding back the sword of evil.

God bless them one and all.


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[wa2zdy]

I have always taught my kids that yes, the parade and bands and fire engines are fun to watch, but we must never forget what Memorial Day is REALLY for.  

After the local parade, we look at the monuments downtown and we talk about them.  My 13 yr old knows, but the 4 and 6 yr olds have a way to go.  

Lest we forget . . .

[Bacon, WA3WDR]

Remember

[Ed/KB1HYS]

To those who didn't come home...
 You are not forgotten.

[W1QWT]

I will be at the local observance tomorrow remembering my friends who were killed or maimed many years ago. I will also stand tall for all veterans whether they served in combat or not. I will try to remember the sacrifices made by all those who served in all the wars and in peace time. I am so glad that our present service men and women are accepted and loved by the general public. In 1970 I was called names as I walked through airports. It became so bad that the Chief Of Naval Operations (CNO) allowed enlisted personnel to wear civies on and off the ship.
This country is great because it has a muscle to flex if needed and we love life.
The words I learned many years ago are the words I have tried to live my life by: "Honor, courage, commitment"

Carry on, smoke em if ya got em.



Not a bad looking Q at sea some 35 years ago. THat vertical antenna behind me is for receiving. The transmitting ones were painted red at the base and generally out of reach. I was a radioman and this picture was taken in the middle of the north atlantic.

Best Regards
Q

[Jim, W5JO]

Tomorrow is for my father and others like him.  He served in Patton's Army as a First Sergeant and was with troops that liberated 2 concentration camps.  I only found out about all this about 2 years ago as his memory now slips and he answers questions.  Memories that he swore he would forget and never recount.

He is always in my thoughts and still alive at 92.  Here is to my mother, also still alive, who cared for me while he was away fighting.  Here is to the men and women who followed him and those of today who bear the same burden, mostly uncomplaining who are proud of their heritage, proud of their country, proud of their families and proud to serve us.

I will not, can not and refuse to forget them and their sacrifices.

[W1UJR]

Tomorrow is for my father and others like him.  He served in Patton's Army as a First Sergeant and was with troops that liberated 2 concentration camps.  I only found out about all this about 2 years ago as his memory now slips and he answers questions.  Memories that he swore he would forget and never recount.

He is always in my thoughts and still alive at 92.  Here is to my mother, also still alive, who cared for me while he was away fighting.  Here is to the men and women who followed him and those of today who bear the same burden, mostly uncomplaining who are proud of their heritage, proud of their country, proud of their families and proud to serve us.

I will not, can not and refuse to forget them and their sacrifices.

The Greatest Generation indeed.....



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[w3jn]

It's easy to become impatient with slow-moving old buzzards on the road or in the store.  If I EVER find myself in that position I remind myself of the supreme sacrifice they made for our freedom.  THey have great stories to tell also!

The accomplishments of that generation are awe-inspiring, as are those of every man and woman who served in uniform.

73 John

[K8SWL]

It's easy to become impatient with slow-moving old buzzards on the road or in the store.  If I EVER find myself in that position I remind myself of the supreme sacrifice they made for our freedom.  THey have great stories to tell also!

The accomplishments of that generation are awe-inspiring, as are those of every man and woman who served in uniform.

73 John

So true John. When a senior citizen delays me I always stop and think "I'm soon to be one of them".

We sit at our computers and think how fast technology and life itself is changing. But think of those that fought to get through the great depression only to enter WW2, some made the ultimate sacrifice, some came home permanantly disabled and many came home with thoughts and memories that scared them for life. Did they give up? Nope, they are the ones that advanced our technology and life to the level that we enjoy now. We must be eternally grateful to them.

I encourage everyone to do a little something for our war veterans. Stop by a V A Hospital. There are many there that have no family or visitors. They love to  shake hands and have a little conversation with someone that cares. I've done it several times and found it to be some of the most rewarding afternoons I've ever had.

God, bless our fallen war heroes, look out for our disabled heroes and provide a safe and comfortable life for all.

For all you have, thank a Vet.
r/
Mike K8SWL
U S Navy (retired)

[WA1GFZ]

and too bad so few of them have a chance to lead this nation.
maybe we would have a bit more respect around the world.