Memorial Day

There are no points of the compass on the chart of true patriotism.

On what rests the hope of the republic? One country, one language, one flag!

137 years later, Memorial Day remains one of America's most cherished patriotic observances. The spirit of this day has not changed - it remains a day to honor those who died defending our freedom and democracy.

I would rather be remembered by a song than by a victory.

The average American is nothing if not patriotic.

The heroes of Flight 93 won the first battle in the War on Terror, and they should never be forgotten.

In remembering those who lost their lives in the London attacks and the September 11th attacks we continue our commitment to fighting for freedom, democracy and justice.

There is nothing nobler than risking your life for your country.

Over all our happy country - over all our Nation spread, Is a band of noble heroes - is our Army of the Dead.

May Heaven be propitious, and smile on the cause of my country.

On Memorial Day, I don't want to only remember the combatants. There were also those who came out of the trenches as writers and poets, who started preaching peace, men and women who have made this world a kinder place to live.

True patriotism isn't cheap. It's about taking on a fair share of the burden of keeping America going.

These fallen heroes represent the character of a nation who has a long history of patriotism and honor - and a nation who has fought many battles to keep our country free from threats of terror.

Memorial Day this year is especially important as we are reminded almost daily of the great sacrifices that the men and women of the Armed Services make to defend our way of life.

I have long believed that sacrifice is the pinnacle of patriotism.

Memorial Day isn't just about honoring veterans, its honoring those who lost their lives. Veterans had the fortune of coming home. For us, that's a reminder of when we come home we still have a responsibility to serve. It's a continuation of service that honors our country and those who fell defending it.

Patriotism was a living fire of unquestioned belief and purpose.

There's intense national feeling in America that could be called patriotism.

As America celebrates Memorial Day, we pay tribute to those who have given their lives in our nation's wars.

America is hope. It is compassion. It is excellence. It is valor.