2009 7 Dec

This date should continue to live in infamy

Honor Guard at Tomb of the Unknowns

Sixty-eight years ago, Air and sea forces from Japan deliberately attacked America in a cowardly act. They attacked without provocation and without warning. Too many good men and women died that day. This marked America’s entry into a war that, until then, we had no desire to enter. However, we did enter it and, at a huge cost, drove back the enemy and became victor – on two fronts.

America has always been a mighty nation of brave souls who, rather than be enslaved by villains, will fight for freedom. Not only our freedom, but the freedom of other oppressed people. Other nations have scorned us, cursed us, burned our flags, attacked our people, spat upon our ideals, mocked our democracy, and vowed to end our very lives. Yet, when disaster strikes, when all hope is lost – who can they count on? That’s right, the good ole US of A. And we go, and we give, and we die for them. They are grateful for a time, then it is back to bashing America. Yet, like a patient father, we take it and the next time these ingrates get into trouble, we are there.

Thank you to everyone who has served, is serving and will serve America in our armed forces. Thank you for putting your lives on the line for us and others.