Ceremony at the Tomb of the Unkown Soldiers

From President Bush’s Veterans’ Day Proclamation;

From the fields and forests of war-torn Europe to the jungles of Southeast Asia, from the deserts of Iraq to the mountains of Afghanistan, brave patriots have protected our Nation’s ideals, rescued millions from tyranny, and helped spread freedom around the globe. America’s veterans answered the call when asked to protect our Nation from some of the most brutal and ruthless tyrants, terrorists, and militaries the world has ever known. They stood tall in the face of grave danger and enabled our Nation to become the greatest force for freedom in human history. Members of the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, and Coast Guard have answered a high calling to serve and have helped secure America at every turn.

Our country is forever indebted to our veterans for their quiet courage and exemplary service. We also remember and honor those who laid down their lives in freedom’s defense. These brave men and women made the ultimate sacrifice for our benefit. On Veterans Day, we remember these heroes for their valor, their loyalty, and their dedication. Their selfless sacrifices continue to inspire us today as we work to advance peace and extend freedom around the world.

This morning I took my usual trip to Virginia to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldiers and watched Vice President Cheney lay the wreath. The Cemetery was closed until 10 AM for a private ceremony, so I was late and enlisted some good Samaritans who had a better vantage point than I did to video it. (The video is still processing at the time I posted this)

I tried to get to the Confederate Tomb of the Unknowns near the Lee Mansion, but they had the area locked down for security reasons;

See Cuffy Miegs for some excellent history on Armistice Day. More links at Michelle Malkin‘s place.

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