Americans for the most part have forgotten what the 4th means. But for me, it mean a night of fear as I wait for the next rocket or loud crack of a fire work to remind me of the sound of the round penetrating the young mans scull. Yes it also reflect the day we declared our independence from the British but it is also a day for many VETS when the sounds of the celebrations bring reminders of combat.
4th of July
July 4, 2009 by troopm
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