2 VIDEOS LET US REMEMBER
The following was shared with us by Susan Metts, the Mid-Atlantic Region Advancement Officer of the National Rifle Association in honor of Memorial Day. Susan is also one of our conservative ladies and a very special friend ! Nancy
“Let every nation know, whether it wishes us well or ill, that we shall pay any price, bear any burden, meet any hardship, support any friend, oppose any foe to assure the survival and the success of liberty.” -President John F. Kennedy, 1961-1963
You may already know that Memorial Day was originally called Decoration Day. Established after the Civil War, General John A. Logan, a Union Veteran’s Association leader, organized the first national Decoration Day in 1868. Coincidentally, two of his Union veteran peers established the National Rifle Association three years later.
The celebration of Decoration Day transformed into Memorial Day, and as we all assuredly know, it is still celebrated today.
Evoking strong emotions, many creative artists have commemorated Memorial Day to capture the spirit for all to remember. However, below are two special links that I found particularly moving. I hope you enjoy them too.
Just a Common Soldier, a poem by Lawrence Vaincourt
www.youtube.com/watch?v=eEs4ke7cdNQ
Amazing Grace to Bagpipes
www.youtube.com/watch?v=2O0daPfqSV0
Thank you to all who served and those who serve by loving a service member. The United States of America’s survival and success is truly in your debt – something we at the NRA keep at the forefront of our minds as we serve you.
All the best,
Susan
Susan H. Metts
Mid-Atlantic Region Advancement Officer
National Rifle Association
P. O. Box 28261
Raleigh, NC 27611
919-812-3554
