In Flanders fields the poppies blow Between the crosses, row on row, That mark our place; and in the sky The larks, still bravely singing, fly Scarce heard amid the guns below. We are the dead. Short days ago We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow, Loved, and were loved, and now we lie In Flanders fields. Take up our quarrel with the foe: To you from failing hands we throw The torch; be yours to hold it high. If ye break faith with us who die We shall not sleep, though poppies grow In Flanders fields. Thank a Vet for the freedom you enjoy.
I'm sure all Canadians know this... but I doubt many Americans do. SO..... Canadian physician and Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae wrote it on May 3, 1915, after he witnessed the death of his friend, Lieutenant Alexis Helmer, the day before. The poem "In Flanders Fields" was written upon a scrap of paper upon the back of Colonel Lawrence Moore Cosgrave (later the Cannadian signatory to the Japanese Instrument of Surrender), during a lull in the bombings (as recited to his grandson). On January 28, 1918, while still commanding No 3 Canadian General Hospital (McGill) at Boulogne, McCrae died of pneumonia. He was buried with full honours
Guys great pieces to share with us all. Take the time to thank our Veterans today if you see any. It is their sacrifice that has helped keep this world in a better place. Remember them all in the way they should be. Doing their Duty when called upon to defend our countries and then Citizens of them.
Without those willing to sacrafice everything, we are nothing. In times of need, all give some, and some give all.
Semper Fi, JB... And happy Veteran's Day to all vets! For those who can no longer hoist a toast from those who yet live... we'll drink one here while you enjoy your cold ones on Fiddler's Green. And thank you for the honors to you guys who support us.
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Thanks guys. Last night I attended the U.S. Air Force band Concert. It was a very moving performance. At one point, they played the anthem of each branch of armed service (Including the Coast Guard) with the Singing Sergeants signing along. Those of us in the audience were asked to stand as the anthem for our particular branch of service was played. They also had the words of many an American Hero recited to music. Along with the a number of tunes composed by John Phillip Sousa. Need I say more? As I had said, it was a very moving performance last night. The Air Force Band and the Singing Sergeants will be putting on a Christmas Concert on 6 December at the Daughters of the Revolution Hall in D.C. It is an excellent family program. The best part is that the tickets are FREE! Ops! I am getting off topic! Have a wonderful day. Tom USAF Ret.
