“For love of country, they accepted death.”
Monday, May 25th is Memorial Day in the United States, a federal holiday on which those who gave their lives while serving in the country’s armed forces are remembered and honored. At Arlington National Cemetery, a U.S. military cemetery across the Potomac River from Washington, D.C., the Honor Guard pays tribute at the Tomb of the Unknowns.
Forever indebted …
To learn more about the extraordinary elite Guard who serve to man this post 24/7, 365 days a year, visit Guarding the Tomb of the Unknowns on VisualVenturing.com.
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Touching image. It’s always important for people to remember and honour the sacrifices of those who gave their lives for the greater good and still do so today.
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Absolutely agree, Mike. Thanks for commenting.
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Lovely
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Thanks, Raewyn.
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Wonderful poignant image Stacy that is so fitting for this weekend. Great work 🙂
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Thanks, Joe. I wish everyone could have an opportunity to visit this site.
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A heartbreaking and beautiful shot Stacy.
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Thanks, Patti. It’s an emotion-laden ceremony to watch, and it’s unbelievable that it takes place round the clock, even in the solitude of the hours the cemetery is closed.
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Absolutely perfect – especially for this weekend, Stacy!
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Thanks, Robyn. I thought it fitting…
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