Twice, in the twentieth century the United States has entered world wars. Twice, thousands of men have given their lives for their country. Twice, boys have become men in battle. But only once a year are we given the opportunity to honor them‑Memorial Day, May 30.

With thankful hearts we honor and remember those soldiers of the past. We honor those men who willingly gave their lives so that freedom and democratic nations could be preserved. On Memorial Day we can stand proudly on this free land.

Men continue the endless struggle. In Viet Nam and in Korea young men continue to carry on the spirit of the United States. Men continue to die to bring new freedom into weary hearts and confused minds. These soldiers uphold democracy in foreign nations and continue to light the way to hope and freedom.

Even if we do not know any of these soldiers personally, what they have given us and what they have allowed us to keep should make us willing to honor them, not just on Memorial Day, but everyday. Every time we use or exercise our civil rights, sing our National Anthem, pledge allegiance to the flag, or gaze at the greatest symbol of freedom of them all‑the American flag‑it is then their bravery is most highly regarded.

These are the men who not only fight to teach the ideals of freedom and the benefits of democracy but also strive to make the people of war‑torn nations understand the reasons so many of them are giving their lives.

Soldiers, brave and courageous, are the ones to honor on Memorial Day 1967.