Tag: #MemorialDay

Osprey of Another Kind?

I went to watch the osprey from one nest and low and behold these Marine helicopters flew by. Are these Osprey helicopters? That would be too funny if they were.

Osprey of Another Kind?

There were 6-8 of these flying by twos south along the Hudson River towards New York City. I had a zoom lens on and could not get the total number in one photograph. I am guessing they are getting ready for Memorial Day tomorrow.

Osprey of Another Kind?

All gave some; some gave all.

Howard William Osterkamp, Korean War veteran US Army

Remembering those who gave the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the armed forces.

Hometown Heroes

Memorial Day is to honour those who died in the service of their country while serving in one of the military branches. How some small towns in New York honour those who served in the armed services is by putting up Hometown Hero banners along the main street of the town. The towns usually put these up prior to Memorial Day and may leave them up for a month or so afterwards.

I believe these were in the town of. LaGrangeville. These people are currently serving.
A lot of the ones around Pleasant Valley appeared to have rips in them. Not sure why.

Does your town recognise those who served in this way? How does your town honour those who served?