“Command Sergeant Major James Bryant was not unknown, but he received a funeral service that expressed Duty, Honor, and Respect in keeping in line with the highest traditions of the United States military.” United StatesMilitaryDutyHonorRespectUnited States ArmySergeantFuneral Services Author:Benjamin A. Saunders
“Music has been an integral part of the military since the drum marches of the American Revolution.” MusicVeteransDrumFuneral RitesTapsBugle Author:Benjamin A. Saunders
“In writing about the origins of Taps...would you believe there is a tie to American Express? Yes, American Express the credit card or bank holding company.” MusicAmerican ExpressTapsBugleDaniel Butterfield Author:Benjamin A. Saunders
“Sgt. Frank Witchey’s bugle may be silent, but its haunting melody continues to resonate, honoring those who served and reminding us of duty and sacrifice, as the legacy of his legend continues.” MusicLegacyBugleSergeantUnknown SoldierFrank Witchey Author:Benjamin A. Saunders
“Many symbols used at a funeral are designed to help those grieving understand the great mystery surrounding death and encourage them to reform their lives so that they can join their relative or friend in the heavenly embrace of God.” DeathFuneralPatriotVeteranFlag Author:Benjamin A. Saunders
“The firing of three volleys commenced with seven rifles blasting out in unison for three rounds each: the first to signify a truce of battle of life, the second volley to clear and bury the dead, and the third to return to fight another day.” DeathRiflesMilitary HistoryTruceVolleyFuneral RitesHonors Author:Benjamin A. Saunders
“No one works harder at perfection than the Third (3d) United States Infantry Regiment known as The Old Guard.” PerfectionArmyInfantryRegiment Author:Benjamin A. Saunders
“These three men, Kennedy, Oswald, and Tippit, will forever be intertwined as a chord of three strands ensnared by the coils of the grave, and the date of their burial” FuneralGraveJohn F KennedyOswald Author:Benjamin A. Saunders
“The practice of sounding Taps is one of deeply felt sentiment to “rest in peace.” PeaceMusicRestTaps Author:Benjamin A. Saunders