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Title: Remeberance day
Post by: CDNpilot on November 11, 2005, 06:53:08 AM
November 11th -----  Here in Canada it is rememberance day.  Here is a little clip that i found that is really powerfull.
http://www.aviation.ca/PittanceofTime.wmv
Title: Re: Remeberance day
Post by: Sleek-Jet on November 11, 2005, 05:21:19 PM
Vet's day here in the States... A huge thankyou to all of those serving to protect out country, both past and present. 
Title: Re: Remeberance day
Post by: FlyboyGil on December 09, 2006, 12:33:06 AM
That is a good one. Not many people even take the time out for that!!
Title: Re: Remeberance day
Post by: switchtech on December 09, 2006, 02:19:27 AM
Where I work, on the American Veterans' day we take a minute out of the work day to silently observe and remember.  Usually there follows a big ceremony in a common area where veterans are brought in to speak about their experiences in combat.

Since this was started regarding Canada's Remembrance Day:

    Ode of Remembrance
   
    They went with songs to the battle, they were young.
    Straight of limb, true of eyes, steady and aglow.
    They were staunch to the end against odds uncounted,
    They fell with their faces to the foe.

    They shall not grow old, as we that are left grow old:
    Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
    At the going down of the sun and in the morning,
    We will remember them.

    Lest we forget.
    We will remember them


Thanks for sharing.  The link to the video clip is much appreciated.

jbs
Title: Re: Remeberance day
Post by: fireflyr on December 09, 2006, 06:34:08 AM
Quote from: Sleek-Jet on November 11, 2005, 05:21:19 PM
Vet's day here in the States... A huge thankyou to all of those serving to protect out country, both past and present. 
As for me, well thanks Sleek, |:)\ |:)\
As the flower of our youth go to fight for what we feel is right in this generation----I'm not certain the mission has been thought through well enough but I support their individual devotion to duty and my daily prayers are for the well being of ALL in the battle zone, including the indigenous peoples.
Title: Re: Remeberance day
Post by: Gulfstream Driver on December 11, 2006, 06:44:30 PM
Not sure how I missed this thread.  This is a poem that was always read by the Boy Scouts on Memorial Day.  As I've grown, I've come to appreciate it more than when I read it at the cemetary.

In Flanders Fields
By: Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae, MD (1872-1918)
Canadian Army
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.
Title: Re: Remeberance day
Post by: FlyboyGil on November 08, 2007, 10:29:12 PM
Here's to our fallen dead, and to those who served. Lest we Forget. |:)\ |:)\ |:)\
Title: Re: Remeberance day
Post by: Franz on November 08, 2007, 11:24:14 PM
I don't think we have a day like this here in Germany, and if you would suggest its introduction you'd probably hanged on the nearest tree by some "liberals" who are just do not get the basic idea of being liberal.
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Quote from: fireflyr on December 09, 2006, 06:34:08 AM
I'm not certain the mission has been thought through well enough but I support their individual devotion to duty and my daily prayers are for the well being of ALL in the battle zone, including the indigenous peoples.
|:)\

How comes that politicians send soldiers into battle and then its the soldiers who have "Murderer" yelled at them ?
Title: Re: Remeberance day
Post by: PiperGirl on November 09, 2007, 03:10:22 AM
Hey Flyboy, I'm glad that you revived this thread. I'm ashamed to admit that I had forgotten that Vetrans Day is soon approaching. I know several Vets |:)\ |:)\, and will make a point of telling them thank you on the 11th. I especially think about the soldiers (of many countries) who are on duty right now, and appreciate their willingness to serve their country even though it may not be popular, they are far a way from home, and they can't just take a vacation when ever they want.

[insert American Flag waving smiley] |:)\
Title: Re: Remeberance day
Post by: FlyboyGil on November 09, 2007, 03:25:49 AM
Quote from: PiperGirl on November 09, 2007, 03:10:22 AM
Hey Flyboy, I'm glad that you revived this thread. I'm ashamed to admit that I had forgotten that Vetrans Day is soon approaching. I know several Vets |:)\ |:)\, and will make a point of telling them thank you on the 11th. I especially think about the soldiers (of many countries) who are on duty right now, and appreciate their willingness to serve their country even though it may not be popular, they are far a way from home, and they can't just take a vacation when ever they want.

[insert American Flag waving smiley] |:)\

Hear Hear!! I'd insert a Canadian flag waving if I could. I don't know any vets, but I make it a point to attend the Rememberance Day ceremony when I can. It's this Sunday, so I'll definitely be there. 
Title: Re: Remeberance day
Post by: Frank N. O. on November 09, 2007, 05:56:32 AM
While I'm neither Canadian or American then I'd like to pay my respects as well for people trying to save the free world |:)\

And on that day I'll also pay my respects to another person without whom I wouldn't be alive, my mom, on her 65th birthday.

Frank
Title: Re: Remeberance day
Post by: Rooster Cruiser on November 09, 2007, 06:47:23 AM
As a Veteran, I appreciate the thanks given by so few.  However I do not feel worthy of thanks, since I did not sacrifice life nor limb like so many who came before me for my country.  Instead, all I sacrificed were several short years.  I did not do it for accolades...  I did it to protect my homeland, my family, and my friends.

I too read those words of Flanders Fields and others, and I felt I should do something to honor those who fell for me, so I volunteered on 1 Feb 1983.

It seemed the least I could do.   |:)\
Title: Re: Remeberance day
Post by: FlyboyGil on November 09, 2007, 08:06:10 PM
Quote from: Frank N. O. on November 09, 2007, 05:56:32 AM
While I'm neither Canadian or American then I'd like to pay my respects as well for people trying to save the free world |:)\

And on that day I'll also pay my respects to another person without whom I wouldn't be alive, my mom, on her 65th birthday.

Frank

HAPPEE BERTHDAE FRANKS MUM!!!! :) :) :)
Title: Re: Remeberance day
Post by: PiperGirl on November 10, 2007, 09:08:23 PM
Quote from: FlyboyGil on November 09, 2007, 08:06:10 PM
Quote from: Frank N. O. on November 09, 2007, 05:56:32 AM
While I'm neither Canadian or American then I'd like to pay my respects as well for people trying to save the free world |:)\

And on that day I'll also pay my respects to another person without whom I wouldn't be alive, my mom, on her 65th birthday.

Frank

HAPPEE BERTHDAE FRANKS MUM!!!! :) :) :)

 ::wave:: Hi Frank's Mom! Hope you have a great birthday!  |:)\
Title: Re: Remeberance day
Post by: FlyboyGil on December 02, 2007, 04:41:45 PM
I know this day is past, but I received this in an email. I think it would appeal to most of you  |:)\ |:)\
Title: Re: Remeberance day
Post by: FlyboyGil on November 08, 2008, 04:19:04 PM
This day is approaching once again.

"LEST WE FORGET"


 |:)\ |:)\
Title: Re: Remeberance day
Post by: Oddball on November 08, 2008, 07:04:27 PM
be heading off for the local rememberance services tommorrow morning.  |:)\
Title: Re: Remeberance day
Post by: leiafee on November 08, 2008, 10:07:34 PM
I have my poppy and will be going to watch the Remembrance Sunday parade in town.
Title: Re: Remeberance day
Post by: FlyboyGil on November 10, 2010, 11:24:39 PM
It's that time of year again. I hope you will all pause to take a moment to thank our veterans and those who never came back.

"Lest we Forget"

Gilly  |:)\
Title: Re: Remeberance day
Post by: gibbo_335 on November 11, 2010, 03:08:12 AM
 |:)\ LEST WE FORGET  |:)\
Title: Re: Remeberance day
Post by: cotejy on November 11, 2010, 03:20:18 AM
My dad oncle fought during WWII. He never spoke about it until a few years ago. He made the effort to revive those moments, tell those things so they are not forgotten. It took the guy 70+ years to talk about it but he remember everything like it was yesterday. If you could ear and see the eyes of this veteran when he talk about it...

I never know what to say but until I find somethig better: "thanks you".  |:)\

Title: Re: Remeberance day
Post by: Frank N. O. on November 11, 2010, 05:03:24 AM
Lest we forget |:)\

Frank
Title: Re: Remeberance day
Post by: Rooster Cruiser on November 12, 2010, 07:17:35 AM
This was the first year my daughter discussed the subject with me.  In the USA we call it "Veterans Day."  We were driving along the ocean in southern California on I5 through Camp Pendleton, and we could see several warships steaming offshore that were supporting a Marine Amphibious Assult excersice.  I pointed out to her the ships, helos, and landing craft in the water and what it was they were practicing.  It got a bit complicated, but she then said today was Veterans Day.  I told her she was correct; it is a day to remember those who fought and died for us all.  She said back to me, "You're a Veteran."  All I could say in reply was, "Yes I am, but I didn't die."  I didn't know what more I could say to a 6.5 year old girl.

Thanks to all who fought to preserve our freedom and our countries.   |:)\

RC
Title: Re: Remeberance day
Post by: Oddball on November 12, 2010, 11:14:24 PM
Was at the local memorial yesterday was a poor turn out no officals just passer by's but will be going to the memorial service on Sunday and laying a Poppy cross.  |:)\
Title: Re: Remeberance day
Post by: 4X-NTY on November 13, 2010, 11:59:22 AM
Although they're not my country's veterans, americans (and lots of others) who fought and still fighting, is affecting directly the security of Israel,and for this I salute them.
Lest we forget  |:)\
Title: Re: Remeberance day
Post by: Oddball on November 13, 2010, 05:57:38 PM
There was at least one Israeli pilot in the R.A.F during the Battle of Britain 4X
Title: Re: Remeberance day
Post by: 4X-NTY on November 13, 2010, 07:40:40 PM
Jew pilot maybe, Israel wasn't officially founded until '48, Jews serving abroad is common, since there's lot's of us everywhere.
look closely at this picture.
(http://img2.timg.co.il/forums/1_146745802.jpg)
Title: Re: Remeberance day
Post by: YawningMan on November 15, 2010, 03:44:47 AM
Quote from: Rooster Cruiser on November 12, 2010, 07:17:35 AM
"You're a Veteran."  All I could say in reply was, "Yes I am, but I didn't die."  I didn't know what more I could say to a 6.5 year old girl.

Tradition is a funny thing when you think about it. Tradition teaches us that those who gave their lives are more valuable than the ones who didn't. I know I felt guilty for not going to the sandbox for a few years after Fallujah.
Title: Re: Remeberance day
Post by: cotejy on November 11, 2011, 02:31:09 PM
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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.
- John McCrae
Title: Re: Remeberance day
Post by: FlyboyGil on November 11, 2011, 03:14:15 PM
 |:)\ |:)\
Title: Re: Remeberance day
Post by: Oddball on November 11, 2011, 04:46:20 PM
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