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I wished I had my photos of my grandfather to post - they are all in Texas.
He lied about his age, joined the Army Air Corps at 16 years old and flew in B-17s. He could have stopped at 25 missions but continued until the end, actually past V-E Day as he was stationed in Germany for a bit. He didn't really talk about his service, until he got into his 80s and then only very little. One thing that stuck with me was when he was stationed in Germany it really hit him hard the destruction that the bombing missions caused and that utter destruction never left him.
RIP - I miss him dearly but I am so blessed that all my kids were able to visit him and where able to know my "Pee-Paw".
Thank you to all our Veterans, past & present.
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My Great Grandpa Francis
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And my Grandpa Calmer
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Today we honor all who served in our armed forces.
We are deeply grateful for their courage and sacrifice.
These men and women provided the blanket of freedom we walk this earth under.
I will again share this from my 2024 veterans Day message from the Commandant of the Marine Corps.
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This is from the Commandant of the Marine Corps, General David H. Berger.
I express my profound appreciation to the brave Americans who have heeded the call to serve our Nation. Our observance of Veterans Day traces back to the end of World War I, and the establishment of Armistice Day on 11 November 1918. In 1954, American veterans pushed Congress to change "Armistice Day" to "Veterans Day" in an effort to acknowledge all veterans. In recognition of the first Veterans Day, President Dwight D. Eisenhower declared “let us solemnly remember the sacrifices of all those who fought valiantly, on the seas, in the air, and on foreign shores, to preserve our heritage of freedom, and let us reconsecrate ourselves to promoting an enduring peace so that their efforts shall not have been in vain.”
2. Today we honor those Marines, Sailors, Soldiers, Airmen, Guardians, and Coast Guardsmen, who have served this nation in war and peace. Let us extend our heartfelt gratitude to them for their selflessness and recognize the sacrifices they have made as members of the United States Armed Forces.
3. This Veterans Day, let us take time to proudly remember all who have worn the uniform. It is my distinct and solemn honor to thank you for your service.
4. Semper Fidelis, David H. Berger, General, U.S. Marine Corps, Commandant of the Marine Corps.//