Memorial Day is designated to remember those who have died in the military service of our country. In worship this weekend, one of our church members reported that 1.3 million Americans have died in all of the wars this nation has fought from the Revolutionary War to Afghanistan. I believe that this is also a good time to remember others as well—not only the honored dead, but all those who have worn the uniform and those who have stood with them. In most of the conflicts of the 20 th century in which the United States was involved, there was a common sense of sacrifice. My grandfather was drafted to fight in World War I and was in a troop ship ready to put out to sea when the Armistice was signed. My father was drafted and served in World War II in the Pacific. Both men answered the call to service. During both of these wars, especially WW II, there was significant personal sacrifice at home as well, not only among the families of...
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