By Secretary of the Air Force Deborah Lee James and Air
Force Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Welsh III, / Published May 21, 2015
WASHINGTON (AFNS) -- Secretary of the Air Force Deborah Lee
James and Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Welsh III send the following
Memorial Day message to the Airmen of the Air Force and their families:
To the Airmen of the United States Air Force and their
Families:
On Memorial Day, Americans pause in solemn remembrance of
the more than one million Soldiers, Airmen, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen who
gave their lives to secure our freedoms. American flags will be lowered to
half-staff in town squares, on military bases, private homes, and American
government facilities around the world in everlasting tribute to those who gave
their all in our Nation’s defense.
This year is particularly poignant as it marks the 70th
anniversary of the end of World War II. With each passing day, the memories of
war, the faces of the fallen, and the stories of heroism in battle fade as the
surviving members of the Greatest Generation become fewer. Their spirit of
sacrifice and devotion to duty, however, remain steadfast. America’s debt to
its brave servicemen and women is one that can only be repaid by continuing
their legacy of patriotism and valor. To the families of all who have served
and who serve today, we offer our humble gratitude on behalf of a grateful
nation.
At noon on Memorial Day, flags will once again be raised to
full staff – a symbol of the resilience of America and those who serve her even
today in countless areas around the globe. To those who are currently defending
our Nation, we say “thank you!” We are privileged to stand with you in service
to the United States of America.
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