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« on: May 25, 2015, 06:59:02 PM »
Bit of trivia...today is Memorial Day. It was originally called "Decoration Day" back in 1868 and made official by General John Logan, the National Commander of the Grand Army of the Republic. Fast forward to 1971 and it was renamed "Memorial Day" and instead of being observed on May 5th, it was decided that it would be moved to the last Monday in May. At that point, it became more about BBQ's, store sales and having a 3-day weekend off from work. Guess that's why I don't see those red poppies anymore..

  :usaflag; Today, I remember and honor the great warriors who made the ultimate sacrifice and keep their families in my thoughts.   
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« Reply #1 on: May 25, 2015, 07:13:15 PM »
Quote from: PrimeTimer on May 25, 2015, 06:59:02 PM

  :usaflag; Today, I remember and honor the great warriors who made the ultimate sacrifice and keep their families in my thoughts.


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« Reply #2 on: May 26, 2015, 01:24:15 AM »
Quote from: Zach on May 25, 2015, 07:13:15 PM
Quote from: PrimeTimer on May 25, 2015, 06:59:02 PM

  :usaflag; Today, I remember and honor the great warriors who made the ultimate sacrifice and keep their families in my thoughts.


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« Reply #3 on: May 26, 2015, 08:47:32 AM »
Quote from: PrimeTimer on May 25, 2015, 06:59:02 PM
Guess that's why I don't see those red poppies anymore..


I thought the wearing of poppies was a European thing?  Do most Americans know what they represent?
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« Reply #4 on: May 26, 2015, 09:56:26 AM »

I pick up a new 'Poppy' every year from the Disabled American Veterans while at the VA Hosp for my Dr appt.  I put it on the breast pocket flap button-hole  and leave it there until lit falls apart.  Takes most of the year, but I hope everyone that sees it recognises it and at least gives a passing thought to the men and women that have sacrificed for THEM.

I still have a hard time seeing how public opinion has finally changed.  The attitude of Honor and Respect now that those of us of the Vieit Nam Era never saw.
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