Semper Fidelis is Latin for “Always Faithful” or “Always Loyal.” This is the motto of the United States Marine Corps. It is a useful slogan not just for the Corps but as well as to our country and to humanity.
I have taken the liberty of posting war stories. A proper theme for the day. This is a Remembrance Day story that I am proud to share about my Uncle during his younger days and his brother Moises Gonzalez, who lost his life in 1944 who were faithful to humanity during the war.
The Gonzales brothers saved the life of James Carrington. James was a World War II veteran reunited with Uncle who aided his escape from Japanese after 64 years and died shortly after the reunion.
Both men cried with joy when they met. Carrington was thankful that if it were not for the courage of the Gonzalez, he would not be here.
You may want to read the rest of the story by clicking on the picture or here. A YouTube is also available here.
I am happy for them. I wish I could make Uncle happier if I could help him find out what really happened to his brother. I posted a story about it in Love and Valor.
Take time to remember. Let us together as a nation to honour and remember the Veterans, war dead and all those who have made the ultimate sacrifice on our behalf in times of war, armed conflict and peace. There are many ways to remember and actively participate to honour those who served our country. For one, do not hesitate to discuss this with your family and friends. It’s important to remember so that we don’t repeat the past.
Nathaniel ~ US Marine
Let us honor the valiant who sacrificed their lives for your safety. Let us salute our nation’s heroes. Let us remind our friends and dear ones about the patriots who lost everything in battle. Let our silent prayers be a tribute to them.
Lester Pearson
Whether we live together in confidence and cohesion; with more faith and pride in ourselves and less self-doubt and hesitation; strong in the conviction that the destiny of Canada is to unite, not divide; sharing in cooperation, not in separation or in conflict; respecting our past and welcoming our future.
Lest we forget.
Related Links:- To Honour and Remember
- Nola News Greater New Orleans: Reunion
- YouTube: WW II heroes meet
- Love and Valor.
Very touching write. >KB
All consuming post. Thank you, KB.
Well said. We should never forget those who sacrificed for us. Your Uncles are heroes and I won’t forget them or what they did for others.
Always remember so that history will not repeat itself when it comes to war. There are no winners in war, we are all losers.
Lovely post!
Thank you, Brenda.
Excellent article. My respectful salute to your Uncles. I am sure you are proud to be their niece. Thanks for sharing this inspirational information.
I do hope that all your loved ones, family relatives, and friends are safe in Philippines. The news of disastrous Typhoon and its aftermath is very heartbreaking, and I do hope that all is well with you, Perpetua. Copied below is the link to my post paying my respect to victims and survivors. Thought I should share with you.
http://dshenai.wordpress.com/2013/11/11/our-heartfelt-condolences-prayers-for-the-victims-of-typhoon-haiyan-in-philippines/
God Bless You, Seeker.
-Deo
Hi Deo, it is a sad and glad situation. Thank you for your post about the Philippines. Blessings.
… Let our silent prayers be a tribute to them. Well said!
Thank you for your prayers, Amy.
I watched the vid and read the news – so interesting! What brave boys your uncles were!
I suppose, if one cares one doesn’t know whether they are brave or not. There is another side to the story and I am trying to get permission to post.
Interesting…
You’ve great examples of faithfulness and duty, Love in action! BEAUTIFUL article ! Faithfully Debbie
Hi Debbie, it’s tough act to follow. Blessings, Perpetua.
I am proud of your family’s heroic deeds during the war. Thank you.
Do you have any soldiers in you family?
Father often relates about them. I have no real record of their exploits.
Then it must have been a “good” war for your Father.
They were still lads back then. Grandpa and grand uncles did the fighting. On my mother side, grandpa was lost during the war. They were rebels against the Japanese.
I’m sorry to hear.
It’s war. Everyone loses in the end.
Amen.