Quote: "Where liberty dwells, ..." (In Honor of Veterans Day)
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"Where liberty dwells, there is my country."
--- Benjamin Franklin
However, as the above quote would appear to imply (to my way of thinking), it's not merely in the country or land where liberty might dwell, even more vital, it dwells most deeply within the hearts and souls of those who live there, across both the political as well as social spectrum(s), thanks to those who have faithfully served their nation from its founding up to the present day as well as those who serve into the future.
According to the U.S Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) History of Veterans Day informational Webpage (here):
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In 1954, after World War II had required the greatest mobilization of soldiers, sailors, Marines and airmen in the Nation’s history; after American forces had fought aggression in Korea, the 83rd Congress, at the urging of the Veterans service organizations, amended the Act of 1938 by striking out the word “Armistice” and inserting in its place the word “Veterans.” With the approval of this legislation (Public Law 380) on June 1, 1954, November 11th became a day to honor American Veterans of all wars.
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Let us honor our nation's military veterans by keeping liberty alive as well as ever flourishing and thriving within our minds and hearts as well as by our deliberate actions and deeds every single day of the year without either hesitation or pause, because they well deserve our best, particularly given that they -- those living as well as deceased -- have given and sacrificed their best on our behalf.
For more information about Veterans Day, visit the VA's Facts and Information Webpage, here:
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What is the difference between Veterans Day and Memorial Day?
Many people confuse Memorial Day and Veterans Day. Memorial Day is a day for remembering and honoring military personnel who died in the service of their country, particularly those who died in battle or as a result of wounds sustained in battle. While those who died are also remembered, Veterans Day is the day set aside to thank and honor ALL those who served honorably in the military – in wartime or peacetime. In fact, Veterans Day is largely intended to thank LIVING veterans for their service, to acknowledge that their contributions to our national security are appreciated, and to underscore the fact that all those who served – not only those who died – have sacrificed and done their duty.
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Hence, Benjamin Franklin's words have to this day stood the test of time as well as, with the united efforts of its citizens across this nation, shall continue to stand the test of time, no matter who or what might seek to undermine them.
Amen!
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