On the anniversary of the death of my great uncle, I pause to remember those family members who served our nation. Fifth great grandfather John Hutchinson served under General George Washington and died at Valley Forge during the revolution. His grandson (3rd great grandfather) John served in the war of 1812. My father and two of his brothers fought in WWII.
On my mother’s side, her German immigrant fifth great grandfather George Rau (Rowe) died in the Revolution while defending a fort in Pennsylvania. Grandfather John Wyman was released from the Civil War with a disability. Her uncle Ezra T Rowe died in WWI. Two of Mom’s brothers served in WWII.
My younger son (and Sylvia’s) is now retired after a career in the USAF.
There are others. Most returned after doing their duty. Some did not return. In honor of them and of your relatives and friends that have served their country, I offer this song.
Our skin, hair and eyes may be of different hues, but it is the same red blood that flows through our veins.
My grandfather served in WWII, and my uncle served in Vietnam, and my husband now serves. Thank you for the post! Praise the LORD for all who have served, and the ones who serve now to protect our rights and freedoms!
Nice tribute. My family doesn't have recent members who served… various reasons.
My grandfather also served in WWI. He was one of those who made it home. My dad was in the navy between Korea and Vietnam.
What a great debt we owe to the veterans.
A great posting,thank you for honoring all those that have served our Great Country.As a Viet Nam era veteran I thnak you as well.
What a great post honoring our relatives and all who have served. I especially loved the song.