Remember our fallen heroes on Memorial Day2007-05-26 19:36:00
As we begin our Memorial Day weekend, let’s not forget what this holiday is all about and why we continue to live in a free country.Without the sacrifices of millions of men and women over history who have given their lives for our country, we would not enjoy the freedoms we have today.If you’re watching a baseball game or any other sporting event this weekend, just remember that we wouldn’t even have these pleasures without those who have selflessly laid down their lives for our country.Here are excerpts from a past Memorial Day speech by President Bush at Arlington National Cemetery:"Every year on this day, we pause to remember Americans fallen by placing a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknowns. I'm honored to do that this morning on behalf of the American people. The names of the men buried there are known only to God, but their courage and sacrifice will never be forgotten by our nation."At our National Cemetery, we receive the fallen in sorrow, and we take them to an honored p