Ending The Great War

Today is Veterans' Day. It began as Armistice Day, marking end of the World War, which happened on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of the year 1918. One of the great tragedies with a scheduled end to the war was that at 10:57 and change, shells were fired, in order that they should land prior to the end. Thus, moments before the peace, soldiers were being maimed and killed.

Once the "War to End All Wars" ceased to be that, the World War became World War I, and Armisitice Day became Veterans' Day. So, to any veterans who read this, thank you. To the families and spouses of anyone serving or who served, thank you for the sacrifices you've made. And to the families of those who made the ultimate sacrifice, whether in the current or earlier wars, thank you.

One final note, I heard a radio report yesterday about the 14 remaining veterans from the First World War. Many of those remaining had lied about their age in order to enlist.