I first discovered this while stationed overseas and people who lived through the horrors of war thanked me for the soldiers who came before me to free them from oppression. Their sacrifices give us the opportunity to enjoy liberty, which stands as a beacon of light to other nations.
Veterans Day reminds us that men and women who served and serve in our military secured the freedoms we enjoy. This year Veterans Day takes on special meaning because it marks the 100-year anniversary of the Armistice that ended WWI. I am sure he also wept with those who wept and even in the great tragedy of war saw the opportunity for a freer and purer age. I can relate to the words of this WWI chaplain who rejoiced with those who rejoice. Army chaplain, it holds greater meaning having served overseas and in combat. Veterans Day or Armistice Day as it is known in Europe, has always been an important holiday. the Armistice took effect to end the “War to End All Wars.”Ī day of great celebration and rejoicing, it was reported that chaplains celebrated in “sermon and in song.” A WWI chaplain exclaimed, “I am proud of my country as never before, I rejoice with those who rejoice, a new age starts with a freer purer epoch.”
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