lox, you may have captured one of the most important thoughts to have on this day. War represents the ultimate failure. It might be for noble causes, usually that is not the case. Warriors might be brave, but it is usually in spite of themselves. Medals might make for a nice show, but they are always won at a price too great to pay.

In the States, we now call this day Veteran's Day. I always make that distinction. It is Memorial Day that we honor our dead, but on this day I think that your thought is the better one. It is recognizing that young men and women, in spite of themselves, are in harm's way. We can argue over the powers that wage war, or over the reason for going. But if we would all just put ourselves in their place for one day, perhaps we would hold these leaders much more accountable.

Great post, sir.

Mick
1969-1975