2001 People worldwide hold America up as an example of the limitless opportunities freedom provides. Once a year, on Memorial Day, we take time to honor our fellow citizens who fought and perished on the field of battle to defend freedom. Those who secured our freedom deserve remembrance so that we do not forget their sacrifices.
Freedom exacts a high price.
The United States has fought nine wars throughout its history, from the Revolutionary War to the most recent, the Persian Gulf War. American casualties in those wars totaled more than 1.3 million. And those deaths affected not only those individuals, but also millions more. Each soldier is also someone s parent, sibling, child, or friend. Those who secured our freedom deserve remembrance so that we do not forget their sacrifices.