#MemorialDay: Honoring Sacrifice & Remembering All Who Paid the Ultimate Price for Freedom. This weekend, we remember the over 1.3 million American service members who have given their lives defending our freedom since the Civil War. This remembrance originated in the years following that war, to honor fallen soldiers from both sides. Our gratitude extends beyond those lost in battle. We honor the families who carry the weight of their sacrifice as well. Here's how we can honor and remember the fallen: - Share their stories - Visit memorials - Participate in local events. Let us honor their bravery and commitment, not just today, but every day. #NeverForget
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On the anniversary of D-Day, it is worth thinking about what we will do with the freedom earned by those who served their countries. My father-in-law put his life on the line at Normandy and beyond. It would be dishonourable of me to ignore the sacrifices made in that war against tyranny, dictators and their ilk being pushed forward by the narcissistic overly rich today. Best represented by their poster child who called veterans "losers" and "suckers". https://lnkd.in/g3KjVHnK
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MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND: Take a moment to look at his face. This 19-year-old American soldier on D-Day had one mission: to retrieve fallen comrades from the blood-red waters of Utah Beach. For 12 grueling hours, he used his bare hands to drag lifeless bodies ashore, one after another, until he collapsed from exhaustion. Look at his face. You can see it—the price of freedom. 90% of the soldiers on the first boats didn't survive the day. Many never reached 18, never voted, got married, or owned a home. They did this for us. Live lives worthy of their sacrifice. Honor their memory. Stand strong for our values. 🇺🇸 #MemorialDay
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KNOW YOUR HISTORY: Memorial Day was started by former slaves on May, 1, 1865 in Charleston, SC to honor 257 dead Union Soldiers who had been buried in a mass grave in a Confederate prison camp. They dug up the bodies and worked for 2 weeks to give them a proper burial as gratitude for fighting for their freedom. They then held a parade of 10,000 people led by 2,800 Black children where they marched, sang and celebrated. Origins: The custom of holding observances (including the laying of flowers on burial sites) to remember and honor those who gave their lives in military service goes back many hundreds, if not thousands, of years. In the United States, that custom has long since been formalized in the creation of Memorial Day (formerly known as Decoration Day), a federal holiday observed on the last Monday in May to remember the men and women who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces. Traditionally, every year the President of the United States (or, in his absence, another high-ranking government official) visits Arlington National Cemetery on Memorial Day to honor all those Americans who have died in military service to their country by participating in a symbolic wreath-laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknowns.
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What is often unspoken about Memorial Day is its origins in the quest for civil rights and the search for peace. According to the Office of Veterans Affairs, it originated after a series of “Decoration Days” were organized by Black and White communities to honor fallen soldiers following the Civil War. One of the most significant of these events was held by a group of Black and White abolitionists in May 1865. In 1868, General John A. Logan, the head of the Grand Army of the Republic (GAR), a politically powerful organization of Union veterans, made it an official act, speaking of the practice of floral tributes and “Decoration Days” in the context of post-war Black civil rights. It was not until after WW1 that Memorial Day began to expand to honor the dead from all American wars. As we take time today to celebrate the lives of those fallen soldiers who have served this country, let us also remember that the origin of Memorial Day is rooted in the struggle to end slavery and the search for “permanent peace. For more information on Memorial Day's history please visit www.cem.va. gov #Diversity #Equity #Inclusion #Identity #Change #Community #Learning #Consulting #GlobalConsulting #MSMGlobal
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Juneteenth: 5 Civil War battles that black Union soldiers played a key role: In honor of Juneteenth, here are five American Civil War battles in which African American Union soldiers played an important part. #Juneteenth #history #blackhistory #CivilWar #Union #AfricanAmericans
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I Got Your Back In the world of military service, there’s a powerful concept that resonates deeply with the bonds formed among comrades—having someone’s “six.” In military jargon, this means watching their back, providing support, and ensuring they are protected. This idea of unwavering support is not limited to the battlefield; it can and should extend into our everyday lives as men, as we support and uplift one another. In the armed forces, the camaraderie between soldiers is a cornerstone of their success. It's a deep and unbreakable bond formed through shared challenges, sacrifices, and a mutual commitment to each other's safety. Soldiers understand that having their comrade's back can be a matter of life and death. As civilians, we may not face the same life-or-death situations, but the principle remains relevant. We can support our fellow men by offering a helping hand, being a listening ear, and demonstrating that we're there through thick and thin. Just as in the military, our support can make a profound difference in the lives of our friends, loved ones and random men who come across our path. Ecclesiastes 4:9-10, it says: “Two are better than one because they have a good return for their labor: If either of them falls down, one can help the other up. But pity anyone who falls and has no one to help them up.” Galatians 6:2 reminds us to” Carry each other's burdens, and in this way, you will fulfill the law of Christ." Question for today - Who’s got your back and who’s back do you have?
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In a world where we often take our freedoms for granted, there are those who have paid the ultimate price to secure those freedoms. The burial at sea of a U.S. Marine is more than just a military tradition—it is a profound reminder of sacrifice, honor, and duty. As we watch this solemn ceremony, we are reminded of the depths of commitment that our service members embody, even in death. To be buried at sea is to return to the vastness of the ocean, a final resting place that speaks to the boundless courage and unwavering resolve of those who served. It is a moment of reflection on the enormity of their sacrifice—a sacrifice that ensures the safety, security, and freedom of countless others. This ceremony is a testament to the values of honor, duty, and respect. It calls us to reflect on our own lives, asking whether we live each day with the same level of dedication and purpose. Are we honoring our commitments? Are we striving to live lives that will leave a legacy of integrity and service? Let us remember that true leadership is not just about the battles won, but about the values upheld and the sacrifices made along the way. As we witness this burial at sea, may we be inspired to live authentically, to serve selflessly, and to honor the legacy of those who have given everything for something greater than themselves. #Sacrifice #HonorAndDuty #Leadership #MilitaryTradition #LegacyOfService #ReflectAndInspire #UnwaveringCommitment #TrueValor #RespectAndGratitude #AuthenticLiving #LifeLessons #DutyAndHonor #MotivationalMindset #VeteranRespect #UltimateSacrifice VC: Copyright to the respective video owner
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A poetic anthology of verse, such as America the Dream, A Woman's Bill of Rights, America Will Stand, America for All, and Lord We thank You for military lives, etc. #unitedstatesof America #america The file can be accessed at orlandoceaser.com
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