Just Jack Posted May 29, 2010 Posted May 29, 2010 Syracuse Watchfire They do this every year, the video is from 2007.
BuffaloBill Posted May 29, 2010 Posted May 29, 2010 Syracuse Watchfire They do this every year, the video is from 2007. Very cool tradition
BillsPride12 Posted May 29, 2010 Posted May 29, 2010 My grandfather took a bullet in the ass during the Korean war. I remember asking him if it hurt? He said "not as much as the teasing from his buddies". Much respect for these guys. + Respect.
stuckincincy Posted May 31, 2010 Posted May 31, 2010 Anyone recollect why the name was changed from Decoration Day, in the early '70's? Do the AmVets etc. still sell lapel poppies? - I haven't seen that for years
Just Jack Posted May 31, 2010 Posted May 31, 2010 Anyone recollect why the name was changed from Decoration Day, in the early '70's? After World War I, the day was expanded to honor those who have died in all American wars. In 1971, Memorial Day was declared a national holiday by an act of Congress. The name "Memorial Day" was first used in the late 1800s, but was not declared the official name by federal law until 1967. http://www.delmarvanow.com/apps/pbcs.dll/a.../NEWS01/5310314
Nanker Posted May 31, 2010 Posted May 31, 2010 I salute all Vets and especially those who died in service to their country. This is their day. Long may we remember them.
stuckincincy Posted May 31, 2010 Posted May 31, 2010 After World War I, the day was expanded to honor those who have died in all American wars. In 1971, Memorial Day was declared a national holiday by an act of Congress. The name "Memorial Day" was first used in the late 1800s, but was not declared the official name by federal law until 1967. http://www.delmarvanow.com/apps/pbcs.dll/a.../NEWS01/5310314 Thank you.
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