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As Memorial Day weekend is upon us I am reflecting, being thankful and respectful of the people who died while serving our country, America. I owe a lot to those who have honored and served our great country. When I think of the sire, To Honor and Serve, I often think of our country’s heroes. The name intrigues me as does the stallion.
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Woo hoo! It’s a long weekend off for many Americans. It’s time for friends, family, the opening of pool season, maybe some picnics and of course, racing! More importantly, this federal holiday, Memorial Day, is a day to remember those that gave there lives so that we may live free. It is the day to honor those whose died while serving in the armed forces.
This morning, I got my “On this Day” reminder, from my personal Facebook page. Nine nice photos from my 5/27/13 trip to Camp Nelson National Cemetery, in Jessamine County, KY, were displayed. The acres of grave markers are beautiful in their own way. I have so much respect for the men and women who have served our country. Often, during the Memorial Day ceremony held at Camp Nelson, a riderless horse is led in by a solider to depict the loss of human life. As a horse writer and lover I respect the animals who have served as well. No horses are buried at Camp Nelson but many have memorials throughout the country.
The Civil War was a time of great loss for our country. About 620,000 people lost their lives during those tragic years of 1861 to1865. The animal lives lost is a far greater number. Factoring in mules along with horses their death toll exceeds one million for the Civil War alone. Horses have been instrumental to our military historically. Unless shot at close range, most of the shot horses endured numerous bullets before bleeding to death. Many horses simply worked to exhaustion, suffered deadly diseases or starved.
War isn’t happy and I like my stories to be positive but I am positively thankful to all of those who have served. I am appreciative of all, humans and animals, that has fought for my freedoms. Be especially thoughtful of those who gave their life in battle. However, remember to enjoy yourself this weekend because veterans have provided you with that privilege. There are a ton of stakes races this weekend and Monday. What race are you most excited about this weekend? Who’s made it to Belmont already?
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