A three-day celebration commemorating the 100th birthday on June 12 of George H.W. Bush, the 41st president of the United States, kicked off in Aggieland today. President Bush's son and former Florida governor Jeb Bush moderated a conversation between Robert Gates and Andrew Card, who have served in both Bush administrations and at Texas A&M University. Join the George & Barbara Bush Foundation for community celebrations this week, including the opening of a pavilion at the George Bush Library & Museum that will house a Marine One helicopter used by President Bush and the Union Pacific No. 4141 locomotive. Find event details and more at https://lnkd.in/g2WAf_Nk.
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This a good article on the history and meaning of Memorial day. What are you doing today at 3:00pm? https://lnkd.in/eTjtTkPV
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Memorial Day is one of the most important days we recognize as citizens of the United States of America. This quote by Harry S. Truman helps us understand that it is our duty to reflect on and express our gratitude for the service of those who have fought to protect our rights and freedoms. Many individuals have given their lives to enshrine the daily comforts and feelings of happiness we are able to enjoy, and we should never take this for granted. Originally, this day celebrated the end of the Civil War, but it now acts as a solemn reminder of all that we have fought for as a nation throughout our proud history: freedom, liberty, democracy, and fairness. Pausing regular life to remember the sacrifices of those who came before and celebrating all that we have yet to do as a great nation is one small way to show our understanding of the complex and painful histories we represent as a nation. When so much of the world is experiencing so much grief, we owe it to ourselves to reflect on our own past and all that we have worked together to protect and provide for the citizens of the United States. This Memorial Day, as we enjoy the beginning of summer, let us also solemnly consider our ongoing responsibility to uphold and fight for those values that comprise this beautiful country: freedom, fairness, and equality for all. #memorialday #freedom #equalityforall
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1moIt was great to see you there, and an outstanding event!