Memorial Day 2012

  1. Remember.

    Compiled by Bob Berwyn

  2. To start this Memorial Day, I thought about my own family history. None of my family has died in combat as members of American armed forces, but that’s because my family roots don’t go back all that far. My parents are post-WWII immigrants, but their families suffered immensely in the fight against Fascism in Europe, and my dad subsequently devoted his life to battling other forms of totalitarianism as a member of the U.S. Intelligence services during the Cold War era.

    Looking through my Twitter feed, I found a paradox in the way Americans relate to this holiday. On the one hand, Walmart is advertising steaks for backyard BBQs, while other people are tweeting about their beach adventures, on the other, some people are posting sincere and heartfelt messages of remembrance.

  3. Katy_Hodges
    Thank you to the soldiers who have fought, and continue to fight, for our country & our freedom. Today we honor you. #memorialday #iremember

    Mon, May 28 2012 09:42:57
  4. tdunn13
    Freedom is paid for by our service men and women’s sacrifices #MemorialDay http://instagr.am/p/LLCFGHpUiz/

    Mon, May 28 2012 09:43:05
  5. KatelynMartz
    So thankful to live in a free country! Thank you to all the men and women who have made it possible! #MemorialDay

    Mon, May 28 2012 09:43:26
  6. choirgeek920
    To all the vets and soldiers,we salute you for all you’ve done. Thank you for our freedom,God bless #MemorialDay #salute

    Mon, May 28 2012 09:43:30
  7. WPIX
    Today, we’re honoring US servicemembers who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country #memorialday #neverforget http://pic.twitter.com/hTuwxeS8

    Mon, May 28 2012 09:41:07
  8. vashtidances
    A hero is someone who has given his or her life to something bigger than oneself. -Joseph Campbell
    #memorialday

    Mon, May 28 2012 09:43:36
  9. stedfree
    Thank you to all the fallen, active duty, and reserve military personnel that risked and continue to risk their lives for us. #MemorialDay

    Mon, May 28 2012 09:43:38
  10. guinnessatticus
    To both grandfathers, my father, 3 uncles, 2 cousins, my brother and all other veterans and soldiers Thank You! #MemorialDay

    Mon, May 28 2012 09:43:37
  11. Mwforhr
    Show this to anyone who has lost a loved one. Biden’s memorial speech from the heart. He gets it. #memorialday http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GwZ6UfXm410&feature=youtube_gdata_player

    Mon, May 28 2012 09:43:39
  12. lauragettier
    Remembering those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for us at home. Thank you soldiers! #MemorialDay

    Mon, May 28 2012 09:43:40
  13. samanthahoffman
    Thank you to all who have served. We wouldn’t be the USA without you. #memorialday http://yfrog.com/h3v6ddrbj

    Mon, May 28 2012 09:43:42
  14. Garridos
    #austin come see us for #MemorialDay! Happy hour all day! yep you read right happy hour all day @Garridos! $4 margaritas 1/2 price apps!

    Mon, May 28 2012 09:43:44
  15. Right after messages pointing out that it might be inappropriate to say “Happy Memorial Day” come more messages with exactly those words, some even touting a “Happy Hour” with drink specials.

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