Having served in the USAF is what has given me the, may I say, more "passion" to honor those who have served -- even if only through a few words on our Henry Forum. I post these "Salutes" on our Forum for two reasons. One reason is to allow us to express appreciation to our members, who are veterans or currently serving. Second is to celebrate, to
honor those who have fallen in battle while serving and protecting our country. This second focus is what we do today.
We often see "vista" pictures of the numerous grave sites at Arlington. I've read that Arlington has more than 230,000 sites. My wife is buried at our nearby Leavenworth National Cemetery, which I've learned now has over 36,000 veterans there. The Leavenworth "vista" is similar to Arlington --- immaculately kept grounds, rolling hills spotted with beautiful mature trees, and everywhere there are the perfectly aligned white stones. Oh yes, "Old Glory" is also strongly present at Leavenworth. And these "vistas" are throughout our United States, in the other 140 or so VA cemeteries.
Here is one final video for this year's Salute. It provides us with a minimal view of the large numbers of vets, who have served our country. Toward the very end, you'll again hear TAPS as it will echo throughout America today. Only 24 notes played to remember so very many....
PT7
"Flags in 2018"
https://youtu.be/GbG5dLDl8Ts
