“The spirit of sacrifice and selflessness of the defence forces is an inspiration for all Indians. Strong armed forces are necessary for an atmosphere of peace, amity, harmony and brotherhood in the country.” CountryInspirationSpiritPoliticsStrongForceSacrificeIndiaHarmonyAtmosphereBrotherhoodSelflessnessDefenceArmed ForcesAmity Author:Narendra Modi
“Too often in the past, our Armed Forces have returned to Canada from their trials with little fanfare. Not so today. Canadians across the country came out in force, united in appreciation, to honour the bravery, heroism, strength and sacrifice of those who fought for freedom and security in Afghanistan.” LittlesCountryTodayPastForceUnitedSacrificeSecurityBraveryAppreciationTrialsCanadaHonourAfghanistanHeroismArmed ForcesFanfare Author:Stephen Harper
“We salute our veterans of Pearl Harbor and World War II, whose sacrifices saved democracy during a dark hour. In their memory, a new generation of our Armed Forces goes forward against new enemies in a new era. Once again, we pledge to defend freedom, secure our homeland, and advance peace around the world. Americans have been tested before, and our Nation will triumph again.” WorldHas BeensWarForceNationsHoursMemoriesDarkEnemyDemocracyGenerationsSacrificeSavedSecureAround The WorldErasTriumphWar Of The WorldsWorld War IiWorld War IPearlsVeteranTestedHarborsPledgeHomelandNew GenerationArmed ForcesSaluteNew EraOur VeteransDark Hours Author:George W. Bush
“I agree with the basic principle that anybody who wants to serve in our armed forces and make sacrifices on our behalf, on behalf of our national security, anybody should be able to serve. And they shouldn't have to lie about who they are in order to serve.” WantShouldAbleLyingOrderForcePrinciplesSacrificeSecurityAgreeNational SecurityBehalfArmed ForcesBasic Principles Author:Barack Obama
“History has taught us over and over again that freedom is not free. When push comes to shove, the ultimate protectors of freedom and liberty are the brave men and women in our armed forces. Throughout our history, they've answered the call in bravery and sacrifice.” MenForceLibertySacrificeTaughtMen And WomenUltimateBraveryBraveFreedom And LibertyTaught UsBrave ManProtectorArmed ForcesArmed Forces Day Author:Tim Pawlenty
“Recruitment and retention are critical to sustain our Armed Forces with the best men and women willing to stand in the gap and make huge sacrifices to ensure our freedom.” MenForceWomenSacrificeWillingHugeMen And WomenCriticalGapsArmed ForcesRecruitmentRetention Author:Zach Wamp
“When you enlisted into the armed forces you swore to support and defend a Constitution that did not yet fully apply to you. You chose to endure the same sacrifices as your fellow comrades in arms to preserve the freedom of a land that was not yet fully yours. You accepted that you might have to pay the ultimate price on behalf of a nation to which you did not fully belong. Now, you will officially become citizens of the United States, a country to which each of you has already borne true faith and allegiance in your hearts and your deeds.” HeartCountryStatesMightForceNationsUnitedPayUnited StatesSupportSacrificeLandArmsCitizensUltimateConstitutionFellowsEndureDeedsAcceptedImmigrationPreservesBehalfAllegianceComradeArmed ForcesTrue FaithEnlisted Author:David Petraeus
“As the daughter of a 25-year veteran of the armed forces, I am incredibly thankful for the sacrifices our women and men have made in Iraq, and continue to make in Afghanistan.” MenYearsMadeMotherForceSacrificeDaughterMen And WomenIraqAfghanistanVeteranArmed Forces Author:Barbara Lee