Yesterday the United States observed Memorial Day, a day in which we honor, thank, and remember our fallen military heroes. It got me thinking, "How many soldiers have died?"
The Washington Post has a list entitled, Faces of the Fallen, of all soldiers who have died while serving in Afghanistan and Iraq. While there are not many details included, you can see the faces of these very young and brave men and women.
It is very easy to feel removed from the stress and pain of war. Even if we say prayers and give thanks to our military, it's still difficult to feel a direct connection, but, with a name, a face, and an age I believe the sad reality is able to sink in. I recommend, and encourage, everyone to look through the hundreds of faces of the fallen...
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