Tag Archives: Veterans Day

Patriotism Endures

Posted on November 11, 2017 by

Van T. Barfoot Second Lieutenant, US Army   A Good Man to Remember Author Unknown Van T. Barfoot Died… Remember the guy who wouldn’t take the flagpole down on his Virginia property?  You might remember the news story several months … Continue reading →

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Letters from War and Home

Posted on November 11, 2016 by

In honoring Veterans Day, we also recognize the human toll on separated families and those who serve.  Our soldiers, and those cherished by them, express their current existence, their love and dearest thoughts, and perhaps final expressions of hope and regret in letters from … Continue reading →

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Honoring Our Veterans

Posted on November 11, 2014 by

For Love of Country They Serve They Sacrifice and We Honor Their Commitment Their Valor In Gratitude For Our Freedom  Veterans Day 2014 ————————— “Never in the history of the world has anyone sacrificed more for the freedom and liberty of all “ … Continue reading →

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Family Veterans

Posted on December 9, 2013 by

Whether at present or in years long past, so many of us are families of veterans.  Their commitment and service is a legacy to succeeding generations on true values in life – honoring your country, as well as your family.  In a sacrifice repeated through time, … Continue reading →

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“We stand on the backs of their sacrifice. Their history is our tradition, as long as there are Americans to remember…”

Posted on December 7, 2013 by

On a cold and rainy Veterans Day in 2000, a crowd of over a thousand people gathered at the Ellis County Civic Center in Waxahachie, Texas.  They came in tribute to veterans past and present to dedicate a beautiful monument … Continue reading →

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Modern Day Memorial

Posted on December 3, 2013 by

Creating a modern-day monument for Ellis County veterans was an ongoing process over many years.   Like many small towns across America, life centered on the town square and Waxahachie was no exception.   As a child in the 1960’s, one resident noticed the only … Continue reading →

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History and Reenactment

Posted on December 1, 2013 by

Capping each year’s Ellis County Veterans Appreciation Day ceremony is a WWII battle reenactment in Waxahachie’s historical town square and nearby train station. More than 200 living-history participants from six states congregate in authentically reproduced period uniforms and  60 military vehicles  … Continue reading →

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