I didn't on quick look see this said yet. So I thought I'd post. while we gear up for a new wave of ships for rebel and imperial alike. Why don't we all take a time, to thank those who served their countries in times of war, and of peace in the armed forces.

Not all those who serve perhaps have had someone say thank you, but we should make an effort to remember them, and even more to remember those who paid the ultimate cost in the name of their country and for their family, friends and even strangers that live there.

So, not to drag this post on, I'll just say thank you, one and all, for your service. I hope all goes well, for any reading this who also play this game. Thank you, I hope your Memorial day weekend has been great and your Memorial day has gone amazingly.

For those no longer with us, your gone but not forgotten.

Happy Memorial Day everyone.

Through Ancestry.com, I found out that both great Uncles and Grandfather on my dads side, survived WWI!

For those current and past, I want to thank you for your efforts and hope you make it home to families as soon / safe as possible.

I served in Iraq during all of 2007. Thank you for this thread. I simply tried to do my duty.

I'm not sure "happy" and Memorial Day really go together. I have nothing against a good picnic or time off with family and friends but Memorial Day really seems to be one of those days that people really forgot that it is more than just a day off. Very few even fly a flag these days. Just a rant from a Vet.

I'm not sure "happy" and Memorial Day really go together. I have nothing against a good picnic or time off with family and friends but Memorial Day really seems to be one of those days that people really forgot that it is more than just a day off. Very few even fly a flag these days. Just a rant from a Vet.

I understand your frustration. However, I long ago made peace with the idea that Memorial Day isn't for us. It's so that non-veterans can feel a bit better. They can stand up and say 'I remember those who served' or they may say 'Woo! A day off!' Either way, their lives are made a bit better and happier. And frankly, that's all I want out the day. Anything that can make life a little brighter for a lot of people is a win in my book. It's not like most people pay much attention to the purpose of any holiday. They find their own purpose. And that's ok.

And for us? We can remember.

Happy, for this is a loose term. Of course, for what it stands for, Happy is not the right word. However, you don't dwell on the negative, life is filled with the living. You try and have a happy day, to live your life to the fullest for many of those lost, that is what the sacrifice was for, so others could live, brothers, sons and daughters and mothers and fathers.

I say happy, because those of us around to celebrate that day should be happy. Life goes on and people remember.

@Sable Just doing your duty, is all that can be asked of anyone.

I'm glad I made it back. I'll never forget the ones who didn't. Never.

I didn't serve in the war, but I was in the US Coast Guard from 87, until 97... and it is nice to hear a thank you, we, these days, have it better than our brother from Viet Nam... I have heard the stories, and ... am just horrified by some of them...

So.. thanks to my brothers in arms past and present...

We few, we band of brothers... proud to have served, and be counted among such heros...

Thank you for starting this thread!!! And thank you to *ALL* the men and women who have served to protect us at any time so we have the freedoms to do the things we want....like play X-Wing Minis!!!!

I'm not sure "happy" and Memorial Day really go together. I have nothing against a good picnic or time off with family and friends but Memorial Day really seems to be one of those days that people really forgot that it is more than just a day off. Very few even fly a flag these days. Just a rant from a Vet.

In Australia we don't go much for the flag flying, but our version Anzac Day has been seeing increased numbers over recent years at the marches and dawn services held around the country. It makes me happy that people attend and appreciate a little the sacrifices made by the men and women of our fledgling nation.

I was in Darwin, AUS on Anzac Day in 2012 wrapping up deployment. That was a great time, way more fun than most memorial holidays we have here. The whole town turned out for the parade and party afterward. I even swapped a gold button on my choker white uniform with an Aussie to commemorate. You can't tell unless you look closely, which is the best part.

I was in Darwin, AUS on Anzac Day in 2012 wrapping up deployment. That was a great time, way more fun than most memorial holidays we have here. The whole town turned out for the parade and party afterward. I even swapped a gold button on my choker white uniform with an Aussie to commemorate. You can't tell unless you look closely, which is the best part.

Did you by chance make it along to a Dawn Service? Nothing gives me the same feeling as going to a Dawn Service to pay my respects.

I did indeed, and marched in the parade. The dawn service was awesome, VERY cool tradition.

I'm just pleased this thread got a positive reception and brought just a hint of good to those who viewed it and took the time to respond. As well as hearing about Anzac Day. Sounds very nice.

I guess Memorial Day is a bit more personal for me. I saw both Gulf Wars in Iraq and lost friends and comrades. Amongst those I most reflect on was a dear life long friend: Jay was a friend from school, we served together in the Army, he was an Eagle Scout and gamer of course. Gone too early at the age of 38. Here's to you buddy! Scouts Out!

Back when I did army cadets I ended up with the honour of being flag bearer for the main Anzac day parade in my little country town. With my brother serving nothing has given me more pride than the be the one to lower the flag to half-mast.

In the UK we have Remembrance Day on Nov 11th, with a minute's silence at 11am, the day and hour WW1 ended. We remember British servicemen and women who gave their lives, and also those of our allies, and recently even our enemies (a few years ago was the first time German veterans attended Remembrance services).