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The dignified transfer just ended and the mortuary vans drove off. As Biden lowered his arm from saluting, he looked at his wrist watch. I am fuming.

The 13 U.S. service personnel killed during a suicide bombing at Afghanistan’s Kabul airport on Thursday represent a cross-section of Americans, all with compelling stories. The remains of the 13 US troops killed in an ISIS-K suicide blast are currently the Dover Air Force Base for dignified transfer, according to the Pentagon. The Pentagon declined to confirm whether President Joe Biden would attend the dignified transfer at the base in Delaware, his home state, which is the domestic intake point for US military fatalities abroad. Here’s the photo that was taken at the Kabul airport: There was nothing on the...

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... The Delta Honor Guard is a group of employees and baggage handlers at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport in Atlanta, Georgia. What they do for Fallen Soldiers is extremely touching ...

An angry Steve Newton, Founder of the Silver Star Families of America, called on Chris Hayes to resign or be terminated for his recent comments on MSNBC on the fallen of the United States Military.

Memorial Day is a day in which we pay homage to soldiers who have fallen in all wars in which our freedoms were on the line. From the Revolutionary war that broke the American Colonies away from the Monarchy of England, to the current wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, it is vital to remember exactly what the cost of freedom can turn out to be. Death is not an easy thing to deal with in war. Just ask the soldiers who have experienced it in their presence to heightened extremes. When a soldier decides to go into military service, he...

I cannot help but think of those, Whose anxious wait ended with a knock, The wrenching ache felt deep down to the toes, Knowing there was no more ticking for this clock. Their brave loved ones served for our country’s sake Be it yesterday, today, and time yet known, Giving it birth and to protect … not take. Their ultimate sacrifice shown. The blinding tears of TAPS being played. The overwhelming sadness of the colors given. The proud thought of the difference made. The final salute to the fallen . . . now in heaven. And while there is a...

ARLINGTON NATIONAL CEMETERY - 23 year old, Staff Sgt. James R. Patton, an Army Ranger, stationed at Fort Benning, Georgia, was laid to rest yesterday, at Arlington National Cemetery. Accepting the flag was his young widow, Beatriz and infant daughter, Cecilia. His parents and sister-in-law also received flags. Staff Sgt. Patton was remembered today by many. He was a member of Company B, 3rd Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment. In addition to his wife and daughter, those attending were his parents, siblings, in-laws, multiple family and friends, military comrades, including the Patriot Guard Riders. Staff Sgt. Patton died April 18, 2010,...

Hey gang! I am enlisting help from anyone that is interested. Here in North Alabama, we have lost two very brave young men, (1 in Afghanistan, and 1 in Irag), over the past two weeks. I know the families wouldn't mind, if someone that wasn't acquainted, said something nice for their son's patriotism and ultimate sacrifice for this country. You can sign their guest books at http://legacy.com/signonsandiego/Soldier/Story.aspx?PersonID=123141797 and http://legacy.com/signonsandiego/Soldier/Story.aspx?PersonID=123138687

PORTLAND, Ore. -- Portland police officers have asked for an apology after they said organizers of a Barack Obama rally set up Porta-Potties on a memorial honoring fallen officers. Earlier this month, 75,000 people gathered in Waterfront Park in downtown Portland to hear Obama speak at a pre-primary rally. Officer Thomas Brennan, a seven-year veteran with the Portland Police Bureau, said he was happy to help at the rally after being called in on his day off. "On short notice, a lot of people had to cancel trips. But they were glad to do it," Brennan said. "It was very...

Pictures that should shame us all reveal the shabby way Britain treats its heroes 12th April 2008 They serve the same Queen, fight the same foe and lay down their lives with equal valour and sacrifice. But when the fallen heroes of Canada and Britain come home, the welcome is very different. At airbases in both countries there is only sombre respect. But today The Mail on Sunday publishes extraordinary pictures that contrast the final road journeys: in Canada, there is a police escort and crowds line the route; in Britain, the hearses are denied outriders and go unremarked. Coffins...

Media Advisory Fallen Soldiers Returning Home MA 07-016 - August 24, 2007 OTTAWA, Ont. — Our fallen soldiers, Master Warrant Officer Mario Mercier and Master Corporal Christian Duchesne, both members of the Task Force Afghanistan Roto 4, based out of Kandahar, Afghanistan, are scheduled to return home to Canada on Sunday. Where: 8 Wing Trenton, Canadian Forces Base Trenton, Ontario. When: Sunday, August 26, 4:00 p.m. What: At the wishes of the families, media are not invited to view the arrival from the tarmac, and no interviews will be given. Present to pay their respects will be Her Excellency, the...

Wanted to direct everyone to my most recent profile of one of our fallen heroes from Iraq. His name is SGT William "Josh" Rechenmacher and you can read his story at They Have Names.

Hello Everyone who is posting to this story. First I would like to introduce myself. My name is Laura Anderson and I am Tommy Tuckers cousin who lives in Portland, Or. I am so grateful that so many people from all over the world have been so supportive of my families loss. This was definately our worst fear. I know that on friday the city of madras is going to have a candle light vigil so please all who are supportive please lite a candle to honor all the soldiers who have fought for us and lost their lives. If...

Lt. Michael L. Licalzi's funeral cortege moved through Nassau County, slowly and a hundred cars strong. SNIP At the head of the procession were those who suffered most — friends and family — though riding point out front was a group of strangers who, if they had not suffered personally, had at least decided they would not forget.

Congressman Mike Rogers of Michigan Proposes the Respect for Fallen Heroes Act. Please click HERE and sign the petition before April 6th! (Note: The act being proposed to protect families of fallen military personnel from protesters does not cover private cemetaries. If you feel it should, please be sure to write that in the comment section of the petition.)

Fred Phelps and his small group have been in the news garnering disrepute as they cross America and stage vulgar demonstrations at funerals of American soldiers killed in the Iraq war. Phelps’ zealots hold up offensive and profane placards protesting the war in Iraq, abortion, homosexuality and even the Catholic Church. As mourners arrive at the funerals of their loved one, they are faced with scripture quotes, vulgar slurs and offensive signs stating that the death of their loved one is God’s wrath on America because of our sins. Some of their offensive signs read “Thank God for Dead Soldiers”,...

As I am sure many of you have seen a group of protesers have been appearing at the services of those who gave the ultimate sacrafice in the Gulf. As an example of their protests the following picture will tell it all. http://patriotguard.org/Portals/0/pgr1.jpg As a result a grassroots organization has been formed with two purposes: http://www.patriotguard.org The following pamplet will give you the full details. http://pokefans.com/PGR/pgrpage.pdf I live in Tulsa and last Thursday the services for SPC Jerry Mills were being held in Ark City, KS. It was an extremely cold morning and I briefly consided riding up but better...

BOSTON -- Lance Cpl. Timothy Michael Bell Jr., a nephew of Kansas City Royals manager Buddy Bell, was among the 14 Marines killed Wednesday by a roadside bomb in Iraq. There was a moment of silence before the Royals played the Red Sox at Fenway Park on Wednesday night. "That was probably the most touching moment of silence I've stood through," Royals designated hitter Mike Sweeney said after Boston's 8-5 victory.

Soldiers In Harms Way Pulling the Plug on Nightline Airing tonight was a broadcast that Ted Koppel and ABC's Nightline said was nothing political. An hour long reading of the names of soldiers killed in the Iraq conflict, according to Koppel and Nightline, was to honor the fallen soldiers. Taking this explanation at its face, the broadcast is still dangerous. Those who don't think so should think again. While we mourn and Koppel reads the names of our fallen soldiers, our enemies will be emboldened and cheer these soldier's deaths. When 700 plus dead U.S. soldiers are put on Nightline's...