My friends and I stand, overlooking the thousands of closely aligned white grave sites and memorials. Looking around, I see the solemn faces of my classmates as we travel to the top of the hill. At this moment, in the cold December air, a feeling of warmth overcomes me, remembering war stories told by my grandfather, a World War II veteran. His four-year service in the United States Army creates feelings of pride and honor to have a loved one who has impacted our country. A thank you is whispered quietly under my breath to my grandfather as well as all individuals who sacrifice their lives daily for our country. Emotional spectators stood weeping, clutched on to those beside them, as we view the changing of the national guard. This event serves as a dedication and remembrance to those who serve and have served for our
My friends and I stand, overlooking the thousands of closely aligned white grave sites and memorials. Looking around, I see the solemn faces of my classmates as we travel to the top of the hill. At this moment, in the cold December air, a feeling of warmth overcomes me, remembering war stories told by my grandfather, a World War II veteran. His four-year service in the United States Army creates feelings of pride and honor to have a loved one who has impacted our country. A thank you is whispered quietly under my breath to my grandfather as well as all individuals who sacrifice their lives daily for our country. Emotional spectators stood weeping, clutched on to those beside them, as we view the changing of the national guard. This event serves as a dedication and remembrance to those who serve and have served for our