Veteran's Day - who cares?

[tat2jay]

I do.
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If you can read this, thank a teacher
If you can read this in English, thank a soldier.
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(when teacher appreciation day comes up, ill have a catchy saying ready for that day too - if not for teachers, we would have no soldiers)

just a bit of history so you know:


November 11, is the anniversary of the Armistice which was signed in the Forest of Compiegne by the Allies and the Germans in 1918, ending World War I, after four years of conflict.
At 5 A.M. on Monday, November 11, 1918 the Germans signed the Armistice, an order was issued for all firing to cease; so the hostilities of the First World War ended. This day began with the laying down of arms, blowing of whistles, impromptu parades, closing of places of business. All over the globe there were many demonstrations; no doubt the world has never before witnessed such rejoicing.
In November of 1919, President Woodrow Wilson issued his Armistice Day proclamation. The last paragraph set the tone for future observances:
To us in America, the reflections of Armistice Day will be filled with solemn pride in the heroism of those who died in the country's service and with gratitude for the victory, both because of the thing from which it has freed us and because of the opportunity it has given America to show her sympathy with peace and justice in the councils of the nation.

In 1927 Congress issued a resolution requesting President Calvin Coolidge to issue a proclamation calling upon officials to display the Flag of the United States on all government buildings on November 11, and inviting the people to observe the day in schools and churches...But it was not until 1938 that Congress passed a bill that each November 11 "shall be dedicated to the cause of world peace and ...hereafter celebrated and known as Armistice Day."
That same year President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed a bill making the day a legal holiday in the District of Columbia. For sixteen years the United States formally observed Armistice Day, with impressive ceremonies at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, where the Chief Executive or his representative placed a wreath. In many other communities, the American Legion was in charge of the observance, which included parades and religious services. At 11 A.M. all traffic stopped, in tribute to the dead, then volleys were fired and taps sounded.
After World War II, there were many new veterans who had little or no association with World War I. The word, "armistice," means simply a truce; therefore as years passed, the significance of the name of this holiday changed. Leaders of Veterans' groups decided to try to correct this and make November 11 the time to honor all who had fought in various American wars, not just in World War I.
In Emporia, Kansas, on November 11, 1953, instead of an Armistice Day program, there was a Veterans' Day observance. Ed Rees, of Emporia, was so impressed that he introduced a bill into the House to change the name to Veterans' Day. After this passed, Mr. Rees wrote to all state governors and asked for their approval and cooperation in observing the changed holiday. The name was changed to Veterans' Day by Act of Congress on May 24, 1954. In October of that year, President Eisenhower called on all citizens to observe the day by remembering the sacrifices of all those who fought so gallantly, and through rededication to the task of promoting an enduring peace. The President referred to the change of name to Veterans' Day in honor of the servicemen of all America's wars.

[ms.tangledwebs]

I care..... besides being my birthday, one of my fondest, and last, memories of my maternal Grandfather was attending a Veterans day celebration together in his hometown. I saw him, and many of his lifelong friends standing there, tears running down their faces and I knew I was wittnessing something VERY special. I will never forget that. Not to mention that my father, both grandfathers, all my uncles and an aunt, my brother, and now a few of my cousins are serving or have served our country.

THank you Jay for posting this.

[Mother Mo]

I care. My mother, father, step-father, brother, & all my uncles have all served their country, thank you.

Our appreciation to all veterans. Thanks for the history, Jay. Enjoy your day, sir.

[Sir Diddimus]

I care!!!!!!!!

[QueenOfTheFlock]

I do.

God bless all the soldiers, here at home and in other countries.

[Scorptrio]

Taking up arms against those who would oppress our natural rights and freedoms is a noble and necessary endeavor. To all those who have sacrificed for the good of others, thank you. Like computers and the internet? Thank a WW2 vet. Computers were first developed to calculate missile trajectories.

Jay, thank you personally for standing up for what you believe in.

[Ryuu_Draven]

I care...and thank all the soldiers fighting now, in the past, and the future...especially the ones killed in action.

[The Stormstress]

I care ... I appreci8 a man or woman willing 2 put thier life on the line 2 and fight 2 protect thier home, thier nation, & enable freedom from oppression. I honor thier courage & sacrifice.

[Mercurygriffin]

I care. But only because I care everyday. Today is a day just like any other for me. I have one vetran in my family and he is the one who installed the values of honor, respect and diligance in me. When I see a flag I remember the ones who fought for it to fly, and now that it is all over the place I can't help but think about it. Thank you jay for telling others and standing up for your values.

[X]

One day to remember is for the birds....holidays are just good reasons to have to get change the day before, and not expect any mail that day to me really.

I would honestly put flowers on my grandfathers grave today, IF i had time, he's gonna have to wait till sunday. I used to love sitting around on sundays hearing his same war stories over and over, and watching the 3 stooges, with some laurel and hardy thrown in the mix, and then learning a new song on guitar. Ah those were the days, when everything was more simple, less confusing, and totally innocent.

I have a few really good friends who are vets too....Jay of course is one my boys, and one of my best friends from way back, Black Lemonade himself, Sineca....who i hope will be coming back soon.

Anyway, if you pick one day to remember those who did this, or who you love, or the birth of your lord and saviour...even halloween...fuck that. Be gratefull 365, or 366 on the leap, for what you have, and it makes it all a little more worth it.

[Onibubba]

Certainly we think of things like our soldiers, our independence, giving thanks for what we have, the sacrifices of people to broaden our minds and open our hearts, every day. But a holiday is significant because it reminds you to pay special attention to that issue being celbrated. In this case, a day to publicly say "Thank you" to the men and women who served this country in the most nonpartisan manner possible - They heard their country's call and they came.

Thank you all for your gift to liberty!

[Asher]

I care.

[MadHatter]

I care. Both of my Grandfathers were in WW2, my dad was in Vietnam, and my uncle flew during Desert Storm.
I am proud of anyone who is willing to fight for their Country.
Why is it that the Banks and Post offices are closed today but not the schools? If you see a Vet today, or any day for that matter, thank him. Without Veterens we would still be a group of Colony's under the crown.
MadHatter out.

[PrincessLuvie]

I care. And I thank you for serving your country.

[poisoned_star]

I care.

Star

[junkie christ]

i care.
bless our troops past and present.

[Nigredo]

I Salute the Military Men and Women who are serving or have already served!!!!!