Dec. 7th 1941. I'm not sure many of the people today even realize what took place this day would catapult America into the greatest country in the world. The men and women who died this day would never realize the sacrifices that they made would inspire many for years to come. I'm sure many of you have loved ones who fought here or in Germany/France. My grandfather fought in Africa/Italy during this time. He was one of the toughest men that I've ever had the pleasure to know. This goes out to the men/women who served that day and the families who lost a loved one. You will never know how thankful I am for your service. The men/women who are on this board who have served or are serving...thank you will never be enough.
Here's to the Greatest Generation ever to walk the planet
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My father fought in North Africa and Italy.
Wrong side, though.
Wrong side, though.
There aren't very many left that survived Pearl Harbor. They remember and so should we. OFC
They shall grow not 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
The greatest generation indeed.
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them
The greatest generation indeed.
My father fought at Guadalcanal. Many of his friends were killed. He was never the same and never spoke of his time in the Marines.
God Bless all of our Veterans.
God Bless all of our Veterans.
My father was in Paris 2 months after D-day. There were still snipers all over the place. Never spoke too much about the war other than funny stories about breaking down in Jeeps in the Belgium countryside (not clear why he was there in the first place). But I'll tell you this, my dad measured the success of a President on whether our young men were dying in war anywhere in the world.
My dad's best friend was at Pearl Harbor 12/07/41 and all he could do was fire at the zero's with a pistol. My father served in Australia at an Army hospital and cared for our wounded troops there. I had a another friend who's dad hit the beach on D-day as a medic. He said his dad told unbelievable story's of valor and sorrow at the beach on that day. What a generation of great men and women we had in this country at that time. What great patriots and citizens we had. I'm proud of my dad and all those who kept this country great. OFC
I had an uncle that was in Pearl Harbor during the attack. He has since passed away and I never really got the chance to talk to him about it. My Dad served in the Korean War also. I love hearing his stories of his time in Korea. Unbelievable conditions he lived in at times there. I always make a point if I'm out and about and see a war veteran to go up and shake their hand and thank them for their service. It really seems to brighten their day when I do that.
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I always try to do the same too. Always love the looks I get when I say "Thank You." I always loved hearing my grandfather tell stories about being in Italy/Africa and other parts of Europe. I wish I would've written everything down before he passed.
I agree that that the WWI generation was phenomenal. Their courage and perseverance in the face of the Great Depression, WWII and the Korean conflict, not to mention the worldwide threat of Communistic Revolution is awe inspiring. However, I would prefer to say of them that they were one of the greatest generations. I have a particular admiration for the leaders, the citizenry and soldiers of the Colonial period. For the sake of Liberty they took on the greatest military power in the world--and won. Reading about those poor wretches at Valley Forge as they wintered with inadequate clothing, food, shelter and munitions never ceases to amaze me. Their valor as they followed General Washington does not in any way detract to those who answered the call 75 years ago. But, in my mind, they are both the greatest generations.
Standing over the Arizona was one of the most moving experiences in my life. God Bless each and every one.
My dad wasn't at Pearl Harbor, but he fought in Europe all the way through to Germany. My mom worked in a shipyard. Everyone (civilians included) did what needed to be done. Yes, a very great generation indeed.
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You got it, buddy. We've all prospered because of the hardships our ancestors have went through to give us a chance at a better life.
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When I recently read this it almost brought tears. There were an astonishing 16 million Americans that served in the Armed Forces in WW2.
Only 620,000 are still living and they are dying at the rate of 372 per day (written sometime earlier this year so those rates increase daily) 464 Americans were awarded the Medal of Honor, 266 posthumously and sadly only 6 still survive. Sadly the 620,000 still living will all be gone in approximately 10 years or less. If i'm not mistaken there are no surviving WW-1 servicemen still alive in the world.
Only 620,000 are still living and they are dying at the rate of 372 per day (written sometime earlier this year so those rates increase daily) 464 Americans were awarded the Medal of Honor, 266 posthumously and sadly only 6 still survive. Sadly the 620,000 still living will all be gone in approximately 10 years or less. If i'm not mistaken there are no surviving WW-1 servicemen still alive in the world.
My 2 grandfathers and 1 step-grandfather all served, but my grandfather-in-law survived the kamikaze sinking of the USS Bush. He went overboard unconscious. Someone held him up until they were rescued.