Gator Posted May 26, 2005 Report Share Posted May 26, 2005 I have copied this from www.army.mil, and would like to echo this message to ALL our men and women in uniform, both past and present for protecting America and our way of life. I salute each and everyone of you, and for those deployed, my prayers are with you for a safe return home. 2005 Memorial Day Message To the men and women of the United States Army: On May 30th, our country will celebrate a sacred holiday--Memorial Day. On this day we pause to reflect upon the extraordinary men and women who understood the nobility of service to country, answered the call to duty, and made the ultimate sacrifice. They came from all walks of life, from every state across America, and they pledged to cherish and protect our country from all enemies. In each conflict throughout our history, they stepped forward in the Nation’s time of need, prepared to sacrifice their life in service to our Nation. Memorial Day is set aside so that one day each year we may formally give thanks to the servicemen and servicewomen who paid the price of our liberty with their blood. It is a solemn day when we recognize that we live in a great Nation where brave men and women have fought and died to preserve freedom for all of us. It is our duty to protect that freedom through our own honorable citizenship and service. American Soldiers march through time in a ghostly column from Lexington to Gettysburg, from the hedgerows of Europe to the islands of the Pacific. In cemeteries around the world, rows of white marble headstones mark the final resting place of our comrades. Their lives were cut short, and we mourn with their families. Yet we celebrate their spirit, for they placed service to our Nation above personal safety. Their sacrifices to protect freedom embody the noblest attributes of humankind. Today we are again involved in a struggle against the forces of extremism and violence. As Soldiers, you have answered the call to duty, and you are performing magnificently. America supports you as you go in harm’s way. You reflect America’s values as you serve our society, and are the best citizens our Nation has to offer. Remember each day as you do your duty that you stand on the shoulders of those who served before you. The legacy of our fallen comrades lives on through your actions. God bless each and every one of you and your families, and God bless America. Francis J. Harvey, Secretary of the Army Peter J. Schoomaker, General, United States Army, Chief of Staff Kenneth O. Preston, Sergeant Major of the Army Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MichiganHuntr1 Posted May 27, 2005 Report Share Posted May 27, 2005 Re: 2005 memorial Day Message to Army Soldiers Yes, a thank you goes out from myself to every soldier who as ever fought to protect us. You guys will always have my gratitude. Thank you all, and god bless you all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MichiganHuntr1 Posted May 30, 2005 Report Share Posted May 30, 2005 Re: 2005 memorial Day Message to Army Soldiers Bumpety Bump.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhunt Posted May 30, 2005 Report Share Posted May 30, 2005 Re: 2005 memorial Day Message to Army Soldiers Thank you to all the service men and women who have made sacrifices to protect our freedoms. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhino Posted May 30, 2005 Report Share Posted May 30, 2005 Re: 2005 memorial Day Message to Army Soldiers Thanks to all that made the ultimate sacrifice, to all those that put themselves in harms way, to all that continue to put themselves in harms way, and to all our troops around the world ready and willing to answer the call to protect our freedom. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Colorado Bob Posted May 30, 2005 Report Share Posted May 30, 2005 Re: 2005 memorial Day Message to Army Soldiers God bless them one & all !! CB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
christsavedme Posted May 30, 2005 Report Share Posted May 30, 2005 Re: 2005 memorial Day Message to Army Soldiers God bless all the men and women in the armed forces. Many prayers are sent out for you and your families. Thank you for all you have done and will be doing to protect us here at home! God bless each and everyone of you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hoss Posted May 30, 2005 Report Share Posted May 30, 2005 Re: 2005 memorial Day Message to Army Soldiers my sons ship is headed to the gulf on the 2nd god bless them all and bring them home safe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
7th Posted May 30, 2005 Report Share Posted May 30, 2005 Re: 2005 memorial Day Message to Army Soldiers I wish to add the familys to this, I did not know just all that they go through till I had a wife and boys. I realy feel that my wife has the most important job of us all. She keeps the 4 sons going, the house and bill up and my spirits up and though all this she is allways there when needed. God Bless the familys and I can not tell my wife just how much her support of me means to me. When looking at our jobs, I know which one has the most meaning. Yes, my job is very easy when looking at her's. Frank. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarvDog Posted May 31, 2005 Report Share Posted May 31, 2005 Re: 2005 memorial Day Message to Army Soldiers From one who has served...thanks to all past and present. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MadHuntinPastor Posted June 1, 2005 Report Share Posted June 1, 2005 Re: 2005 memorial Day Message to Army Soldiers Gotta say thanks and we love appreciate what you all do.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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