Posted on 07/03/2010 5:01:55 PM PDT by SandRat
TIKRIK – Since the American Revolutionary War, men and women have fought to attain and preserve what Thomas Jefferson described in the Declaration of Independence as our “unalienable rights … life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.”
“History shows that [many] sacrificed their lives and some of their freedoms for other people’s freedoms,” said Command Sgt. Maj. Michael S. McCoy, the top noncommissioned officer of the 4th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, 1st Infantry Division, out of Fort Riley, Kan. “That’s what we do in the military. We sacrifice a lot of our own freedoms to provide [and protect] the freedom of others and [our country].”
While many look forward to the Fourth of July for firework displays and extended weekends, Capt. Simon Welte, the commander of Bravo Battery, 2nd Battalion, 32nd Field Artillery Regiment, said it’s also important to remember the basis of the holiday – commemorating freedom.
“I think that the Fourth of July is one of the greatest holidays that the United States of America has,” said the Augusta, Ky., native.
“It’s not only a time [for celebration], but it’s also a time to be thankful for the ones who have given their lives for the freedoms that we have,” he concluded.
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Lamh Foistenach Abu!
The 4th is similiar to Memorial Day to me. I have no friends who use fireworks. In fact, the fireworks bother some. I am grateful for all who ever served and still serve. This nation was founded by men with stones- not hands out.
Lamh Foistenach Abu!
Get the Kleenex, I know I needed it. Thanks to all who have served past, present and future.
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TIKRIK – Since the American Revolutionary War, men and women have fought to attain and preserve what Thomas Jefferson described in the Declaration of Independence as our “unalienable rights … life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.”
“History shows that [many] sacrificed their lives and some of their freedoms for other people’s freedoms,” said Command Sgt. Maj. Michael S. McCoy, the top noncommissioned officer of the 4th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, 1st Infantry Division, out of Fort Riley, Kan. “That’s what we do in the military. We sacrifice a lot of our own freedoms to provide [and protect] the freedom of others and [our country].”
While many look forward to the Fourth of July for firework displays and extended weekends, Capt. Simon Welte, the commander of Bravo Battery, 2nd Battalion, 32nd Field Artillery Regiment, said it’s also important to remember the basis of the holiday – commemorating freedom.
“I think that the Fourth of July is one of the greatest holidays that the United States of America has,” said the Augusta, Ky., native.
“It’s not only a time [for celebration], but it’s also a time to be thankful for the ones who have given their lives for the freedoms that we have,” he concluded.
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You are welcome Jan.
Was in CO Springs last week, got a great price on air fare.
Saw kids and grand kids, I sure do love it there. It has grown so much since the last time we were there.
Thank you Sandrat.
We owe our freedom to those who are still on the frontlines.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_WDrbbtaO0E
I don’t suppose that we will have mac daddy around to spoil the 4th, he will most likely be in the mideast bowing to some rag head.
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