Tag Archives: Memorial Day

On The 75th Anniversary of D-Day

"The Fallen 9000": Artists who stenciled 9,000 bodies on the beach
Posted on June 6, 2019 by MaryFrances Knapp (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

In honor of the 75th anniversary of D-Day, we repost an emotional collaborative art installation from almost six years ago that is still in our hearts. On June 6th, 1944, the Allies attacked German forces on the shores of Normandy, … Continue reading →

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Memorial Day Poem: “Vigil Strange I Kept on the Field One Night”

Death of a son and comrade
Posted on May 28, 2018 by Debra L. Stang (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Memorial Day has its roots in the American Civil War. Both the North and South wanted to set aside days to honor their dead. After World War I, the country set aside a day to honor all Americans killed in … Continue reading →

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“Like Father Like Son” by Douglas Mcguire

A touching poem about a military family
Posted on May 29, 2017 by Debra L. Stang (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

The poem I chose today, “Like Father Like Son” pays tribute to Memorial Day in the United States. It is the day when Americans honor the men and women who gave their lives in the service of their country. We celebrate … Continue reading →

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Traditional U.S. Military Funeral Service

How will you honor lost loved ones this Memorial Day?
Posted on May 22, 2013 by Dana Sitar (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Can you resist feeling moved when you hear the fire of the three-gun salute and the playing of Taps at a military funeral service? When I hear that — even when I see it in a movie! — I can’t help … Continue reading →

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Two Days of American Commemoration

Yesterday San Francisco celebrated the 75th anniversary of the Golden Gate Bridge and today on Memorial Day, we honor our men and women who died serving the U.S.
Posted on May 28, 2012 by Suzette Sherman (Founder, SevenPonds)

Fireworks in iPhone were closer than they appear. Yesterday the Bay Area celebrated the 75th birthday of the Golden Gate Bridge with a most spectacular display of fireworks. Typically a foggy time of year, San Francisco was blessed with a … Continue reading →

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