I believe you're wrong there, JP... Veteran's Day commemorates veterans, both living and dead (witness the traditional laying of wreaths at Arlington and other national cemeteries and at the various veteran's memorials and gardens around the country) while Memorial Day commemorates those who have died in the service of their country.JP171 wrote:why is it sad, veterans day isn't for anyone who has died in service to our country, its for the living and a 21 gun salute is inappropriate <snip> Those who have passed have and deserve the recognition of memorial day NOT veterans day period!
As a veteran, I'll gladly share "my" day with those who have passed, and don't begrudge them their own special day on Memorial Day as well. They deserve more!