had begun long ago between other European nations. What had triggered the United States to get involve in a costly battle? Simple, freedom was being threatened. Ever since the beginning when the colonies fought the English monarchy, the goal was the same. Enemies threatened to snuff out the flame of liberty. American soldiers believe so deeply in the idea of freedom, that they are willing to die for that cause. They will not be forgotten. American soldiers chose to die honorably on the battlefield. They knew in their hearts that they weren't dying for a lost cause, they died for a meaningful reason. The American people know that. That's why every year, millions of Americans interrupt their schedules to stop and honor these soldiers. These soldiers may not be here today, but that doesn't mean that they will be forgotten. We celebrate their accomplishments, but we also remember their sacrifices. America is the land of the free and the home of the brave. People all over the world look at America and believe that it's the last, best hope on earth. However, America can't be free without being brave. Brave are the ones who stand up and fight. and brave are the ones who die honorably. They are the real heroes. This is what Memorial Day means to me.
had begun long ago between other European nations. What had triggered the United States to get involve in a costly battle? Simple, freedom was being threatened. Ever since the beginning when the colonies fought the English monarchy, the goal was the same. Enemies threatened to snuff out the flame of liberty. American soldiers believe so deeply in the idea of freedom, that they are willing to die for that cause. They will not be forgotten. American soldiers chose to die honorably on the battlefield. They knew in their hearts that they weren't dying for a lost cause, they died for a meaningful reason. The American people know that. That's why every year, millions of Americans interrupt their schedules to stop and honor these soldiers. These soldiers may not be here today, but that doesn't mean that they will be forgotten. We celebrate their accomplishments, but we also remember their sacrifices. America is the land of the free and the home of the brave. People all over the world look at America and believe that it's the last, best hope on earth. However, America can't be free without being brave. Brave are the ones who stand up and fight. and brave are the ones who die honorably. They are the real heroes. This is what Memorial Day means to me.