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Remembering the veterans. Around the World.

November 11th 2008 20:19
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First World War veterans (L to R) Henry Allingham, 112, Harry Patch, 110, and Bill Stone 108, arrive at a Armistice Day service at The Cenotaph in London November 11, 2008.

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Comment by James Rickard

November 13th 2008 11:50
Nice one. I have to admit, I didn't do a lot for Veterans' day this year. Not that I wasn't thinking about them but I get so depressed since I made this realization. I'm not trying to blow my own horn but here's a post I made right after I started on Orble. It's not great by a long shot but, it summed up what was going through my head. Really Long Link
By the time Nov. 11, rolled around I was able to do this. At least I SORT of kept on topic. Really Long Link I think one thing that gets to me is that you see these old guys breaking down because you finally realize the horrors they've lived with all these years.

Comment by katyzzz

November 13th 2008 19:20
well said James, I think it is important to keep abreast of those who had higher ideals than just looking after their own interests and making no sacrifices for the years that lie ahead. I can't say I ever see a time coming when Wars will not be necessary.

Comment by James Rickard

November 13th 2008 22:25
I.\'m afraid you're right. If nothing else, if larger nations get the idea that war is pointless, smaller nations will come along to take up arms in border clashes.

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