Hi Everyone!!
Many say that the Second World War officially began when Germany invaded Poland on September 1st, 1939. But the madness began well before then. Adolf Hitler became Germany's 'Chancellor' [leader] on January 30th, 1933. By the time the war ended - 6 years later [in 1945] 55,000,000 lives were lost.
For the most part - those fighting were not much older than most of the members of HT. Young men - full of promise - filled with dreams - had their lives cut short all because of the insanity of man.
It is - in my humble opinion - not only shameful to forget the sacrifices made by those who came before us - but a disgrace. We must never forget what OTHERS have gone through [in ALL wars] in order to afford all of US the relatively peaceful existence we often take for granted.
November 11th is 'Remembrance Day' in Canada and 'Veterans Day' in the United States. [if this day is recognized in other countries - please let me know] All Canadians AND American's should make SURE that they pay their respects by BUYING and WEARING a poppy. November 11th was the day chosen to remember [although we should 'remember' EVERY day] because it was the END of the FIRST World War. [which ended on November 11th, 1918]
In Flanders Field
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.
The Second World War
http://www.spartacus.schoolnet.co.uk/2WW.htm
Veterans Affairs Canada
http://www.vac-acc.gc.ca/general/sub.cf ... r/remember
Veterans Day - United States
http://www1.va.gov/vetsday/
The history of the 'In Flanders Fields' poem
http://www.geocities.com/~worldwar1/def ... ppies.html
Be nice to the old folks. Be respectful. Be thankful. And always remember.
GREAT BIG HUG
Craig!!
In Flanders Fields
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Wait, what's a poppy and where am I supposed to get one?
I agree that it's important to remember those who fought (chances are, uncles and grandfathers of yours fought), but I don't believe it's neccessary to buy something for it unless the proceeds go to a veterans fund.
Doug
I agree that it's important to remember those who fought (chances are, uncles and grandfathers of yours fought), but I don't believe it's neccessary to buy something for it unless the proceeds go to a veterans fund.
Doug
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Re: In Flanders Fields
Hi Doug!!
For some odd reason - the poppy has never really caught on in the U.S. as a symbol or remembrance and respect. [although it is possible to find them in some of the bigger cities] In Canada - it's hard NOT to find a poppy for sale. Usually cadets are selling them on street corners. And practically every store would have a little 'poppy box' for people to put some money in and take a poppy.
Yes - the money collected from selling the poppies goes to help veterans. But even if didn't - being a walking reminder to OTHERS that none of us should ever forget - certainly is not a bad thing!!
Click this to find out more about the poppy
GREAT BIG HUG
Craig!!
For some odd reason - the poppy has never really caught on in the U.S. as a symbol or remembrance and respect. [although it is possible to find them in some of the bigger cities] In Canada - it's hard NOT to find a poppy for sale. Usually cadets are selling them on street corners. And practically every store would have a little 'poppy box' for people to put some money in and take a poppy.
Yes - the money collected from selling the poppies goes to help veterans. But even if didn't - being a walking reminder to OTHERS that none of us should ever forget - certainly is not a bad thing!!
Click this to find out more about the poppy
GREAT BIG HUG
Craig!!
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Lest We Forget.
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