“Honor to the soldier and sailor everywhere, who bravely bears his country’s cause. Honor, also, to the citizen who cares for his brother in the field and serves, as he best can, the same cause.”― Abraham Lincoln
On Memorial Day we remember and honor the men and women who have died while serving in our armed forces. Girl Scouts around the country celebrate Memorial Day by placing flags at veterans’ cemeteries, visiting veterans’ hospitals, participating in parades, decorating banners, holding flag ceremonies, and more. Troops draw posters and write cards of thanks to send to active duty soldiers, veterans’ homes and VA (Veterans Affairs) medical centers as well as sending cases of cookies overseas every year to give our soldiers a small taste of home ...
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