Pitergordi
05-28-2018, 08:24 AM
Memorial Day, a federal holiday since 1967(year I was born), originated from the American Civil War to honor the Union and Confederate dead. During the early 20th century the occassion has been extended to recognize all Americans who have sacrificed their life during military conflict.
Below is what I remember Pres Reagan said back in 1982......
Ronald Reagan's Remarks on Memorial Day at Arlington National Cementary back in 1982.
Reagan, known as "The Great Communicator," concluded his remarks with a challenge: "Earlier today, with the music that we have heard and that of our National Anthem – I can't claim to know the words of all the national anthems in the world, but I don't know of any other that ends with a question and a challenge as ours does: Does that flag still wave o'er the land of the free and the home of the brave? That is what we must all ask."
Below is what I remember Pres Reagan said back in 1982......
Ronald Reagan's Remarks on Memorial Day at Arlington National Cementary back in 1982.
Reagan, known as "The Great Communicator," concluded his remarks with a challenge: "Earlier today, with the music that we have heard and that of our National Anthem – I can't claim to know the words of all the national anthems in the world, but I don't know of any other that ends with a question and a challenge as ours does: Does that flag still wave o'er the land of the free and the home of the brave? That is what we must all ask."