Memorial Day is the day we honor our men and women who have served and lost their lives in the Military. The day was originally called Decoration Day following the years of the Civil War. This day became official in 1971 and it is celebrated the last Monday in May. Many Americans visit cemeteries or memorials honoring these brave men and women. Parades and barbecues are also an American tradition on this day.
History.com. Memorial Day. retrieved May 30, 2011, from Memorial Day — History.com Articles, Video, Pictures and Facts
Homes are being build for our wounded veterans who have lost their limbs. Corporal Daniel Gasca lost both his legs while serving in Iraq. He was living in a one bedroom apartment with a wife and two children. He has two prosthetic legs, but at times he still needs a wheelchair and his small apartment made it impossible to maneuver one. 'Homes for the Wounded' built a 4 bedroom home for Corporal
Gasca and these volunteers custom make homes for disabled veterans. The homes are completed within 90 days.
CNN. (May 30, 2011). Homes for the wounded warriors. Retrieved May 30, 2011, from Video - Breaking News Videos from CNN.com
Glendale, California wanted to put an end to their veterans being homeless Sid Willams was an Air Force medic during Desert Storm and Shield who had suffered from post traumatic stress disorder and this has left him unable to keep a job. He has been living in his van for 5 months. He now has full time administrative work, but not enough to pay child support for 4 children and rent. One in every 5 Americans that are homeless is or was a veteran. The VA (Veteran Affairs) has made it a priority to end the homeless for American veterans within five years by freeing up resources. The city of Glendale, California decided to remedy this problem in their city within 12 months. They will house all of their 40 veterans and provide them with healthcare. Sid Williams is now being treated for his mental disorder and will soon be housed.
CNN. (May 30, 2011). Ending veteran homelessness. Retrieved May 30, 2011, from Video - Breaking News Videos from CNN.com
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