Remembrance Day - Nov 11

[Linus]

Today marks Remembrance Day in Canada for all active and veteran members of the Canadian Armed Forces.

In Flanders fields the poppies grow
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 history of Remembrance Day: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Remembrance_Day

The history of the Canadian Forces: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Canadian_Forces

We shall never forget.

[Greyson]

I remember the first Rememberance Day I spent in Canada. All the Red Poppies being worn by many. My friend explained to me what it meant. She then recited the poem about Flanders Field.

I was very impressed by how the Canadian people seemed to hold some gratitude for the sacrifices made by their men and women who serve and served.

I thank the Canadians who have served beside Americans and other allies in times of war.

[BoDy*ShOt]

salute to my canadian brothers and sisters who've served, and are still serving!

US Navy ~BoDy.

[EnderD_503]

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[Tommi]

salute to my canadian brothers and sisters who've served, and are still serving!

US Navy ~BoDy.

Ditto,

USAF ~ Tommi

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[Spirit Dancer]

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