Memorial-day Quotes

There is nothing nobler than risking your life for your country.

These fallen heroes represent the character of a nation who has a long history of patriotism and honor - and a nation who has fought many battles to keep our country free from threats of terror.

Patriotism is supporting your country all the time, and your government when it deserves it.

My fellow Americans, ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country.

Patriotism consists not in waving the flag, but in striving that our country shall be righteous as well as strong.

The willingness of America's veterans to sacrifice for our country has earned them our lasting gratitude.

Memorial Day isn't just about honoring veterans, its honoring those who lost their lives. Veterans had the fortune of coming home. For us, that's a reminder of when we come home we still have a responsibility to serve. It's a continuation of service that honors our country and those who fell defending it.

The average American is nothing if not patriotic.

Memorial Day this year is especially important as we are reminded almost daily of the great sacrifices that the men and women of the Armed Services make to defend our way of life.

On what rests the hope of the republic? One country, one language, one flag!

In remembering those who lost their lives in the London attacks and the September 11th attacks we continue our commitment to fighting for freedom, democracy and justice.

137 years later, Memorial Day remains one of America's most cherished patriotic observances. The spirit of this day has not changed - it remains a day to honor those who died defending our freedom and democracy.

Over all our happy country - over all our Nation spread, Is a band of noble heroes - is our Army of the Dead.