This week while pumping gas I looked over at the car ar the next pump and there was a medalion on the license plate proclaiming that the man driving this car was a member of the U.S. Army 3rd Infantry from the Korean War.
I thanked him for his service and we talked briefly about that time in his life. He was 21 in 1951 when he was deployed and served there through its conclusion in 1953 - although it has never really ended.
Unless we have some personal connection with a relative that fought in the Korean War (I had an uncle who did), many people may not be that aware of this chapter in America's history. America's young men were asked to serve their country and they did.
This weekend, we remember these warriors as well as those from our other battles and conflicts.
A chance meeting with a hero from over a half-century ago.
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Steve, So often after a war is over, we do not treat our soldiers as heros but they are!
Steve, That was nice of you to go out of your way to express appreciation to an unsung hero.
Judi,
You're right. Many of our wars and battles happened years ago, and their heroes are not as easily remembered. :)
Steve
Wayne,
Thank you. I got to learn quite a bit in just that short time also. :)
Steve
Hi Steve:
You are right...these men are our true heros...
Nice post and tribute!
Have a wonderful weekend.
Toula,
Thank you for saying that. Have a wonderful weekend also. :)
Steve
Hi Steve-So very true. We must not forget the men and women who were willing to sacrifice their lives for us. Have a wonderful weekend. <SMILE>
Sharon,
That's what Memorial Day is all about. We must remember them and what they were willing to do. :)
Steve