To The Editor:
As often as I have written of Memorial Day, I think of those who do not understand the importance of those who have stood in the line of duty for their country.
I give thanks as I read the different stories of our veterans and those we lost. Does one not hear or read what it takes for someone to go to war for our country? Maybe that’s the reason I write often about the commemorative plaque on a rock at the Veterans Memorial Walkway along the bike path of the 500 block of South Columbus and Wilkes Street. It sits high and often pedestrians would stop and read the plaque on this rock throughout the year. It has a meaning that can touch the hearts of those who just take a little time to read.
It reads: "Dedicated to the City of Alexandria and Alexandria's’ Veterans' Organizations On Veterans Day, Nov. 11, 1979, in Honored Memory of the Deceased Alexandria Veterans of all the United States wars.
“Their Service in War and Peace Contributed Greatly to the Welfare of Their Fellow Citizens … Charles E. Beatley, Jr., Mayor … Robert L. Calhoun, Vice Mayor ...
Donald C. Casey, Councilman … Margaret B. Inman, Councilwoman ...
Nelson E. Greene, Sr., Councilman … James P. Moran, Jr., Councilman ...
Carlyle C. Ring, Jr., Councilman..."
In honor of all our men and women in uniform who have served and fought for our country are not forgotten: Thank you.
Geri Baldwin
Alexandria