
Originally Posted by
CAMiller
I think you've even ben taken in by the portrayal of the US Armed Forces in films Brin to thinking that's the way it is in reality. Like in the UK, today is a holiday in the US, Memorial Day to remember everyone who has died in armed conflict. It's quite sobering to see to sights of members of the public placing US Flags on the graves of every single one of them (many thousands in some cemeteries) and attending services in their honour. No pomp and circumstance, just respect.