Watch now | May includes an American day of remembrance for veterans of the US armed forces. For our Members’ Corner during May, we'll focus on stories of those who served their countries. Have stories to share?
Poignant and a pointed reminder of all we have to be grateful for, who we need to show gratitude to, and how we need to keep the message and legacy going. Thank you. I'm looking forward to reading the stories in the space being held for Memorial Day.
Just a personal aside, the Allies began Operation Overlord, now called D-Day, June 6th, 1944 which was the beginning of the end of the war in Europe. This year marks the 80th Anniversary of D-Day (wow)! On the 65th Anniversary we scattered my father's ashes and held a memorial gathering for him. As a fighter pilot, that was a pivotal moment for him.
Oh Marci, I’d be honored to share that story next month.
80th anniversary. That is amazing. A reminder that these stories will soon be lost with the storytellers is we don’t capture and preserve them. We’re here to celebrate all forms.
I’m so glad this theme struck a chord. BTW I think it’s especially important for genealogists since military records are a great source of biographical information. (That’s one of the themes of my upcoming piece! 😉)
Poignant and a pointed reminder of all we have to be grateful for, who we need to show gratitude to, and how we need to keep the message and legacy going. Thank you. I'm looking forward to reading the stories in the space being held for Memorial Day.
Just a personal aside, the Allies began Operation Overlord, now called D-Day, June 6th, 1944 which was the beginning of the end of the war in Europe. This year marks the 80th Anniversary of D-Day (wow)! On the 65th Anniversary we scattered my father's ashes and held a memorial gathering for him. As a fighter pilot, that was a pivotal moment for him.
Oh Marci, I’d be honored to share that story next month.
80th anniversary. That is amazing. A reminder that these stories will soon be lost with the storytellers is we don’t capture and preserve them. We’re here to celebrate all forms.
I’m so glad this theme struck a chord. BTW I think it’s especially important for genealogists since military records are a great source of biographical information. (That’s one of the themes of my upcoming piece! 😉)
Oh, exactly right! I can't wait to see your piece... Huzzah!