Memorial Day 2022
by Cate Murway
“And I’m proud to be an American where at least I know I’m free.
And I won’t forget the men who died, who gave that right to me.
And I’d gladly stand up next to you and defend her still today.
‘Cause there ain’t no doubt I love this land God bless the U.S.A.”
*God Bless the U.S.A. lyrics by Lee Greenwood
America…. there is a potent shine in your eyes that depicts hope.
Let's remember those who have served, those who currently serve, and all who will in the future volunteer to serve our great nation in defense of our freedom!
Especially, let's be thankful and keep in mind those who paid the ultimate sacrifice for an often ungrateful and forgetful people!
Across the country and around the world, U.S. war, military and veteran memorials stand to honor those who served in uniform in devastating battles to protect our nation's freedoms.
“POOR IS THE NATION THAT HAS NO HEROES.
SHAMEFUL IS THE NATION THAT HAVING THEM FORGETS.”
*from a WWII VeteransTribute website
In 1868, on May 5th, Memorial Day, originally called “Decoration Day,” was officially proclaimed by General John Alexander Logan [1826-1886], national commander of the Grand Army of the Republic.
Memorial Day ceremonies will be presented throughout the borough, and each location includes a gun salute, prayers, and the sounding of taps. Chaplain Albert Mancuso provides the invocation.
The Robert W. Bracken American Legion Post #382 of Bristol Borough will hold fitting Memorial Day tribute services starting at 9:00a.m. on Monday, May 30th, at the Harriman Veterans Memorial Monument at the intersection of Pond and Fillmore Streets and Farragut Avenue, the most visible area in the town.
Residents, veterans, and their families are cordially invited to attend the ceremonies and line the walkway while the American flag and flags representing each branch of the U.S. military wave gently in the breeze.
* Parking is available on Pond Street and areas surrounding the monument.
They will continue to St. Mark’s Church on Radcliffe Street at 9:30 a.m. where Rev. Dennis Mooney will say a prayer for all members of the military, present and past, and then proceed to St. James the Greater Episcopal Church located at Walnut and Cedar streets at 10 a.m. They will conclude at the Bristol Cemetery Veterans monument by the flagpole at Routes 13 & 413 at 11 a.m.
Firing squads at each is provided by the Delaware Valley Vietnam veterans [DV3] from Edgely.
“Memorial Day services preserve the memory of those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice in battle,” stated Arthur John Younglove, the Bracken Post adjutant.
The Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, Coast Guard and National Guard, Nurse Corps and Waves exemplified patriotism, honor, duty, and sacrifice.
“If not for men like Art, the Bracken would have folded long ago. He is a great guy!” confirmed U.S. Navy Veteran Alan J. Vogenberg, BSPharm, RPh, FASCP.
Commander Nicholas James Lalli, BHS ’61 will speak, honoring those who have passed away, and vocalist Mary Lucas will sing patriotic songs. They will be accompanied by officers, Albert William Lalli, BHS ’61, the Sergeant-at-Arms, Sr. Vice Commander Ron McCauley who plays the bugle, and finance officer, Salvatore Arena, Jr. who has played in the Alumni Drum Corps for almost 30 years.
Marine Corps Lance Corporal veteran, Commander Edward John Sabol of Levittown Memorial American Legion Post #960, will also be in attendance.
This event is co-sponsored by the Chester W. Terchon Veterans of Foreign War Post No. 5542 of Bristol Township, and the Hugh B. Eastburn III Marine Corps detachment from Levittown American Legion Post #960.
The Robert W. Bracken Post # 382 formed September 28, 1919 with just 62 ex-servicemen members.
The Bracken serves as an active member of the Bristol Borough Businessmen's Association [BBBA] and Raising the Bar.
The American Legion Robert W. Bracken Post #382 meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month at St. Ann Athletic Association, 509 Wood Street at 6:00PM. New members are always invited to join.
*The Bracken "Cavaliers" Drum and Bugle Corps will perform on Historic Bristol Day, Saturday, October 15, 2022.*
EVERY day should be Memorial Day! We should never forget those who spent their lives protecting ours. THANK YOU…………….. We’ve Thanked You Less than You’ve Deserved.
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