Poppies. In remembrance of those who gave.
November 11, the day of armistice in WW1 is remembered and honored in the US as Veterans Day. A day to Honor and reflect upon the sacrifices of those who served and those who still serve, in any un...
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My father was a 19 year old Swedish immigrant when he got here in 1908. A few years later back on a ship and fought in Belleau Woods, Verdun, Chateau Theiry, etc. Glad he got back or I would not be here.
He got his citizenship for his service.
One of the more powerful moments in my life - and this is the short version of the story - was as an 18 year old Dad took my mom, my two brothers and me to Sweden and then we also did some touring. He rented a car to take us out to the fields of graves out where he fought. And we stood in the tower of the chapel and all as he pointed out things. Dad was 70 and there was a couple probably older than him - French. They did not speak English and he did not speak French but they understood that he had been there. The man fell to his knees, took and kissed my father's hand. The woman had tears of gratitude. Ask me if I will ever forget that.
I have - sitting right next to me - the medals he was awarded, other momentoes, and - my prize possession - the Springfield rifle he carried (in spectacular condition).
I am not a veteran but I hold the greatest respect for them.
God bless all of you out there that are - thank you for your service.
He got his citizenship for his service.
One of the more powerful moments in my life - and this is the short version of the story - was as an 18 year old Dad took my mom, my two brothers and me to Sweden and then we also did some touring. He rented a car to take us out to the fields of graves out where he fought. And we stood in the tower of the chapel and all as he pointed out things. Dad was 70 and there was a couple probably older than him - French. They did not speak English and he did not speak French but they understood that he had been there. The man fell to his knees, took and kissed my father's hand. The woman had tears of gratitude. Ask me if I will ever forget that.
I have - sitting right next to me - the medals he was awarded, other momentoes, and - my prize possession - the Springfield rifle he carried (in spectacular condition).
I am not a veteran but I hold the greatest respect for them.
God bless all of you out there that are - thank you for your service.
