Armistice Day 1918

Let us remember the Armistice that ended WWI. It was on the 11th hour, of the 11th day, of the 11th month of the year 1918 that the belligerent parties signed the Armistice.  Amazingly, 35 nations were in this war; representing the nations of most or our centurions.

 

Over 8.6 million soldiers died on the battlefield and 6.5 million civilians. The world hoped it was the war to end all wars.... we know better now.  For a brief history see this site http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/World_War_I

 

In the US, our Centurions will be observing Veterans Day.  A salute to all Veterans in the Order of Centurions, and thank you for your service... the Order looks to those Christian men and women who have served God and their country as examples, including the Centurions of the New Testament.

 

I bid your prayers this Armistice Day for Peace in the World and security for all.

 

Let us never forget  In Flander Fields by Lt. Col McCrae, Canada

http://www.arlingtoncemetery.net/flanders.htm

 

For the USA veterans... from the Commander in Chief

 

Veterans Day, 2005

November 2, 2005

A Proclamation by the President of the United States of America

Americans owe a great debt of gratitude to those who have sacrificed for our liberty and for the security of our Nation. We express deep appreciation to our veterans -- the men and women who stepped forward when America needed them, triumphed over brutal enemies, liberated continents, and answered the prayers of millions around the globe.

From the beaches of Normandy and the snows of Korea to the mountains of Afghanistan and the deserts of Iraq, our courageous veterans have sacrificed so that Americans and others could live in freedom. As we mark the 60th anniversary of the end of World War II this year, we remember the millions of veterans who crossed oceans and defeated two of the most ruthless military forces the world has ever known. The freedom that the children and grandchildren of these veterans now enjoy is a monument to their fallen comrades and the generations of patriots who have served our country.

Through their commitment to freedom, America 's veterans have lifted millions of lives and made our country and the world more secure. They have demonstrated to us that freedom is the mightiest force on Earth. We resolve that their sacrifices will always be remembered by a grateful Nation.

With respect for and in recognition of the contributions our service men and women have made to the cause of peace and freedom around the world, the Congress has provided (5 U.S.C. 6103(a)) that November 11 of each year shall be set aside as a legal public holiday to honor veterans.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim November 11, 2005, as Veterans Day and urge all Americans to observe November 6 through November 12, 2005, as National Veterans Awareness Week. I urge all Americans to recognize the valor and sacrifice of our veterans through ceremonies and prayers. I call upon Federal, State, and local officials to display the flag of the United States and to encourage and participate in patriotic activities in their communities. I invite civic and fraternal organizations, places of worship, schools, businesses, unions, and the media to support this national observance with commemorative expressions and programs.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this second day of November, in the year of our Lord two thousand five, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirtieth.

GEORGE W. BUSH