Popular Post ChrisL Posted May 26, 2017 Popular Post Share #1 Posted May 26, 2017 As we enjoy our time with family, bike rides, beaches & BBQ's please remember the true meaning of this holiday. Thank you to those who made the ultimate sacrifice. 19 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post parodybot Posted May 26, 2017 Popular Post Share #2 Posted May 26, 2017 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post 2Far ★ Posted May 26, 2017 Popular Post Share #3 Posted May 26, 2017 It is the VETERAN, not the preacher, who has given us freedom of religion. It is the VETERAN, not the reporter, who has given us freedom of the press. It is the VETERAN, not the poet, who has given us freedom of speech. It is the VETERAN, not the campus organizer, who has given us freedom to assemble. It is the VETERAN, not the lawyer, who has given us the right to a fair trial. It is the VETERAN, not the politician, Who has given us the right to vote. It is the Veteran, who salutes the Flag, It is the Veteran, who serves under the Flag, To be buried by the flag. A veteran is someone who, at one point in his life, wrote a blank check made payable to 'The United States of America' for an amount of 'up to and including my life.' 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisL Posted May 26, 2017 Author Share #4 Posted May 26, 2017 15 minutes ago, parodybot said: Arlington Cemetery is really a sight to behold on Memorial day. I worked wreath laying details by President Reagan in 85 -87 and was always impressed that the Old Guard put a flag on every tombstone. Cool to see the traditions carried out elsewhere. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
parodybot Posted May 26, 2017 Share #5 Posted May 26, 2017 8 minutes ago, 2Far said: It is the VETERAN, not the preacher, who has given us freedom of religion. It is the VETERAN, not the reporter, who has given us freedom of the press. It is the VETERAN, not the poet, who has given us freedom of speech. It is the VETERAN, not the campus organizer, who has given us freedom to assemble. It is the VETERAN, not the lawyer, who has given us the right to a fair trial. It is the VETERAN, not the politician, Who has given us the right to vote. It is the Veteran, who salutes the Flag, It is the Veteran, who serves under the Flag, To be buried by the flag. A veteran is someone who, at one point in his life, wrote a blank check made payable to 'The United States of America' for an amount of 'up to and including my life.' jsharr stole that from you. He says thank you. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MickinMD ★ Posted May 26, 2017 Share #6 Posted May 26, 2017 Excellent topic! The OP photo reminds me of attending a relative's burial at Arlington National Cemetery, which was a very moving experience. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Further Posted May 26, 2017 Share #7 Posted May 26, 2017 Never forget, freedom ain't free Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoneWolf Posted May 27, 2017 Share #8 Posted May 27, 2017 4 hours ago, Further said: Never forget, freedom ain't free and never forget it, when it comes time for people to stand for our veterans who government sometimes overlooks, or the decisions of a few that think it's all right to take some of it away. Blood was shed for our rights. We should always remember that and those who shed it when anyone takes those rights and tries to cheapen them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Thaddeus Kosciuszko Posted May 27, 2017 Popular Post Share #9 Posted May 27, 2017 9 hours ago, Honey Badger said: Blood was shed for our rights. Indeed. I think a good way to remember that, and to be grateful, is to review the Bill of Rights. Today we hear about how people have 'rights', or a 'right' to this or that, or 'freedom' of such or the other. But since the content and context of the Bill of Rights is rarely taught or even printed the meaning of the words 'rights' or 'freedoms' become clouded and amorphous. So, if you will, permit me to post the Bill of Rights as a means of reflection for what veterans have given of themselves and the magnitude of what we have received and continue to enjoy. The Bill of Rights – Full Text Amendment I Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the government for a redress of grievances. Amendment II A well regulated militia, being necessary to the security of a free state, the right of the people to keep and bear arms, shall not be infringed. Amendment III No soldier shall, in time of peace be quartered in any house, without the consent of the owner, nor in time of war, but in a manner to be prescribed by law. Amendment IV The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized. Amendment V No person shall be held to answer for a capital, or otherwise infamous crime, unless on a presentment or indictment of a grand jury, except in cases arising in the land or naval forces, or in the militia, when in actual service in time of war or public danger; nor shall any person be subject for the same offense to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb; nor shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself, nor be deprived of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor shall private property be taken for public use, without just compensation. Amendment VI In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial, by an impartial jury of the state and district wherein the crime shall have been committed, which district shall have been previously ascertained by law, and to be informed of the nature and cause of the accusation; to be confronted with the witnesses against him; to have compulsory process for obtaining witnesses in his favor, and to have the assistance of counsel for his defense. Amendment VII In suits at common law, where the value in controversy shall exceed twenty dollars, the right of trial by jury shall be preserved, and no fact tried by a jury, shall be otherwise reexamined in any court of the United States, than according to the rules of the common law. Amendment VIII Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted. Amendment IX The enumeration in the Constitution, of certain rights, shall not be construed to deny or disparage others retained by the people. Amendment X The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the states, are reserved to the states respectively, or to the people. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ralphie ★ Posted May 27, 2017 Share #10 Posted May 27, 2017 Thanks, tk! Just scanning that, a speedy trial seems like a rarity. Why isn't that ruled unconstitutional? just this morning I woke with the hang together or hang separately quote in my head. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caretaker Posted May 27, 2017 Share #11 Posted May 27, 2017 Took these on a cycle tour from Brittany to Normandy that by chance arrived on the 71st anniversary of the D-Day landings. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F_in Ray Of Sunshine Posted May 27, 2017 Share #12 Posted May 27, 2017 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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jsharr ★ Posted May 29, 2017 Share #14 Posted May 29, 2017 Wade and I spent the morning with his Scout Troop placing flags on the graves of fallen American soldiers. The US flag is for a Texan that died in the Spanish American war, the flag in the background is a memorial to a Confederate soldier who died while on furlough 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsharr ★ Posted May 30, 2017 Share #15 Posted May 30, 2017 Damn, that is a big boy! For reference, on a good day I am 6 feet tall! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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2Far ★ Posted May 30, 2017 Share #17 Posted May 30, 2017 Wife Sleeps Along Side The Casket Of Her Husband…A Fallen U.S. Marine 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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