A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day....11-10,11,12-06....Honoring Veterans Everywhere

November 10, 2006 | Billie

[Billie]

In 1921, an unknown World War I American soldier was buried in Arlington National Cemetery. This site, on a hillside overlooking the Potomac River and the city of Washington, became the focal point of reverence for America's veterans.

Similar ceremonies occurred earlier in England and France, where an unknown soldier was buried in each nation's highest place of honor (in England, Westminster Abbey; in France, the Arc de Triomphe). These memorial gestures all took place on November 11, giving universal recognition to the celebrated ending of World War I fighting at 11 a.m., November 11, 1918 (the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month). The day became known as "Armistice Day".

Armistice Day officially received its name in America in 1926 through a Congressional resolution. It became a national holidiay 12 years later by similar Congressional action. If the idealistic hope had been realized that World War I was "the War to end all Wars," November 11 might still be called Armistice Day. But only a few years after the holiday was proclaimed, war broke out in Europe. Sixteen and one-half million Americans took part. Four hundred seven thousand of them died in service, more than 292,000 in battle.

Realizing that peace was equally preserved by veterans of WW II and Korea, Congress was requested to make this day an occasion to honor those who have served America in all wars. In 1954 President Eisenhower signed a bill proclaiming November 11 as Veterans Day.

We as Americas owe much to the brave men and women who have fought to preserve our freedom, and though we are thankful every day for their sacrifice, two special days have been set aside to honor them each year:

• Memorial Day honors the American Military who have died in their service for the country.
  
  
• Veterans Day is to appreciate all who have served their country, both alive and dead.

A law passed in 1968 changed the national commemoration of Veterans Day to the fourth Monday in October. It soon became apparent, however, that November 11 was a date of historic significance to many Americans. Therefore, in 1978 Congress returned the observance to its traditional date.

Every year the President of the United States urges All Americans to honor the commitment of our Veterans through appropriate public ceremonies. The focal point for official, national ceremonies for Veterans Day continues to be the memorial amphitheater built around the Tomb of the Unknowns. At 11 a.m. on November 11, a combined color guard representing all military services executes "Present Arms" at the tomb. The nation's tribute to its war dead is symbolized by the laying of a presidential wreath. The bugler plays "Taps." The rest of the ceremony takes place in the amphitheater.

God Bless our veterans on this day and all others. We owe you our gratitude and our respect, for without you America would not be the strong and free country we know and love.

10-01-06 ~ Hall of Fame #17

THIS WEEK'S THREADS 11-06-06 Military Monday 11-07-06 I Pledge Allegiance 11-08-06 Warm Fuzzy Wednesday 11-09-06 Putting things wildly in perspective

Opinions by our own 'King of Ping' Every Thursday at the Finest The guy's good, folks!

[Majie Purple]

Sorry Dr. S. All I see is the image host icon for tripod...
But what ever You posted I'm sure was great. Sorry I missed seeing it before tripod yanked it...
Thanks for posting whatever it was!

[Dr. Scarpetta]

But what ever You posted I'm sure was great. Sorry I missed seeing it before tripod yanked it...

I can see the picture!

[Majie Purple]

I concur Jaycee... that's probably why I didn't catch that upon the 1st viewing.
Ray Charles is a wonderful singer, and his rendition of America is among my fave renditions of that wonderful song!!

[Majie Purple]

I refreshed & selected show pic...still nothing.
Oh well...I know it's nice even without seeing it.
;oD

[Dr. Scarpetta]

Now I'm curious to know if anyone else can see the picture in #79 besides me!

[Majie Purple]

WOW! That vid shows Bravery;Teamwork;Precision;Skill;Timing & Trust BIG TIME!

[Majie Purple]

((((I didn't mean to worry You...I just didn't wan't to let your ping go without reply. Guess I should of freeped You re:the part about not seeing it...))))

[proud2beconservativeinNJ]

A big Thank you to our veterans. My number one Vet is my 93 year old Dad. He served in the Army-Air Corp.

Home of the FRee, because of the BRAVE. God Bless America!

[Majie Purple]

Thanks for posting for the Vet's including re: your Dad!
My Dad & Mom met and married while serving in the Navy!
They are both deceased now...Glad your Dad is still here!

[Majie Purple]

Hi L J Thanks!

[Lady Jag]

Hi, your Majesty! Having a good Veterans' Day?

[Majie Purple]

LOL I'm not a Majesty...

the "Purple Mountains Majesties like the song "America" says...That's what the Maj part of my S N stands for...

I wonder how often I'll be explaining the meaning...LOL! ;OD...(As long as it takes...)

Yes tis a quiet but nice day...And for you??

[Excuse_My_Bellicosity]

Helen Patton Plusczyk, the granddaughter of the late Gen. George S. Patton, prepares to decorate his cross at the Luxembourg American Cemetery and Memorial after a Veterans Day ceremony Nov. 11 in honor of those who fell while serving General Patton and liberating Luxembourg. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Josie L. Kemp)

041218-N-3236B-015 Bastogne, Belgium (Dec. 18, 2004) - A World War II U.S. Army veteran and Nurse who served in the Battle of the Bulge, stands and watches as several speeches, presentations and a 21-gun salute are made in the honor of the surviving veterans attending the 60th anniversary of the Battle of the Bulge. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer’s Mate 1st Class Ted Banks (RELEASED)

051027-N-1577S-013 San Diego (Oct. 27, 2005) - Retired U.S. Navy Veteran and Pearl Harbor survivor, Lt. John W. Finn, left, speaks with fellow Pearl Harbor survivors during an office plaza dedication to Lt. John and Alice Finn at Naval Training Center (NTC) San Diego. At age 96, Lt. Finn is the oldest living Medal of Honor recipient. Admiral Chester Nimitz awarded Lt. Finn the Medal of Honor for his actions at Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. While taking heavy enemy machine gun fire, Lt. Finn manned a .50-caliber machine gun on an exposed area of the flight line at Naval Air Station Kaneohe Bay. Finn continued to return fire even after being painfully wounded. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 3rd Class Timothy F. Sosa (RELEASED)

041217-N-3236B-022 Houfallize, Belgium (Dec. 17, 2004) - A World War II U.S. Army veteran who fought in the Battle of the Bulge, salutes the American flag during the playing of the National Anthem by the Sixth Fleet marching band. Events serve to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the German offensive action in the Ardennes region of eastern Belgium and northern Luxembourg, where American forces suffered some of its largest casualties during WWII. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer’s Mate 1st Class Ted Banks (RELEASED)

[angcat]

What a hunk! I think I am finally coming out of my depression due to the election. I can't believe how it affected me I even surprised myself! I felt like someone died!

[vigilante2]

Thank you Veterans

[Majie Purple]

I'm still reeling from the shock of the dim dems gains too.

But God is bigger than any road block/ obsticle the dim dems try to get away with in these next 2 years...

If Pres. B. can pray & smile in the midst of it so can we...Let's join in that endevor also, mkay?
It's the best way to get through it all.

[.30Carbine]

Wow.

[.30Carbine]

As we celebrate Communion, we are obeying Christ’s command that we remember His death (Luke 22:19) and to do it “till He comes” (1 Cor. 11:26). When He sacrificed His life for us, He provided the forgiveness of sins that sets us free and secures for us an eternal home in heaven.

A great proclamation.

[MEG33]

His Love is Eternal

John 14:1-3
1Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me.

2In my Father's house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you.

3And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may be also.

~May Your Sunday Be Filled With Blessings~

[DollyCali]

That is lovely Meg. We were on the same wavelength this morning. I spent a long time going thru my rainbow file and looking at pix from my rainbow thread this past year. I knew I wanted to use a rainbow.. but wasn't sure which one to use for my regular Sunday spiritual post at the singles thread.

After this rough week politically the beauty of the rainbow, the vitality of the water in/with it & the promises of God are needed by so many of us.

Have a good day FRiend!