At the going down of the Sun and in the Morning
We shall remember Them
Today is Remembrance Day, there are a myriad of poems,songs and prayers, for those that have paid the ultimate price. I leave you in reflection with this poem.
CANADIAN SOLDIER by Sgt M.J. Watts Do not cry for me, For I am a Canadian soldier. Guardian of The True, North, strong and free, Ambassador of the Red Maple Leaf.
I know that, what I had of freedom, All I used or knew, Is what our fathers Fought for us long ago. I did not give That freedom away or, Have someone take it away By force or law. You hold in your hands The most precious of gifts. Freedom to love and express art. Freedom to be who you want to be. Freedom is a package deal. With it comes responsibilities and consequences. The price of freedom is eternal vigilance. Do not make our sacrifice, one in vain. I join God knowing, I fought for my fellow mans freedom. My duty complete, Yours to carry on in memory. For now my mother is crying, And criticism of our mission arises. Question not, but always remember, For I am a Canadian soldier.
Lest we Forget
Canada's losses in conflicts around the world THE CANADIAN PRESS
Canada's military death toll in war and peacekeeping since the Boer War.
Boer War 1899-1902: About 8,400 Canadians participated and about 250 died.
First World War 1914-1918: About 620,000 took part and about 68,000 died.
Second World War 1939-1945: About 1.1 million served and about 42,000 died.
Korean War 1950-1953: About 27,000 took part and about 500 died.
Peacekeeping 1950-2007: Well over 100,000 took part and 115 died.
Afghan War 2002-present: About 14,000 have taken part so far and 97 have died.
May the Lord Keep them in Heaven,God bless them one and all, and all surviving Loved ones.
Nil Sine Labore
Robby
