Pay tribute to service men and women on Memorial Day

In a few days we will observe Memorial Day and I would like to remind my fellow New Jerseyans that it represents more than just the beginning of the summer season or an occasion to take advantage of sales being offered by local merchants.

Memorial Day is intended to remember and honor the men and women of the United States Armed Forces who died while protecting and defending the many freedoms that we enjoy. They gave their very lives so that we may continue to pursue the liberties that permit us to enjoy and prosper from the many opportunities that exist in our republic.

Many ceremonies will take place in our local communities over the Memorial Day weekend sponsored by The American Legion and other veterans organizations, and I encourage your readers to set aside just a little bit of their time to recognize and pay tribute to those who have made the supreme sacrifice by attending such a ceremony. We honor those currently serving when we remember those who did not return. We shall never forget the sacrifice each of them made for America.
Richard Zalinkanskas
State Commander
New Jersey American Legion
Trenton