Honor Quotes:
Patriotism is not short, frenzied outburts of emotion, but the tranquil and steady dedication of a lifetime.
Adlai Stevenson
“Patriotism is when love of your own people comes first; nationalism, when hate for people other than your own comes first.”
Charles de Gaulle
“America without her soliders would be like God without His angels.”
Claudia Pemberton
“I believe our flag is more than just cloth and ink. It is a universally recognized symbol that stands for liberty, and freedom. It is the history of our nation, and it’s marked by the blood of those who died defending it.”
John Thune
“The willingness of America’s veterans to sacrifice for our country has earned them our lasting gratitude.”
Jeff Miller
“I have long believed that sacrifice is the pinnacle of patriotism.”
Bob Riley
“There is nothing nobler than risking your life for your country.”
Nick Lampson
“Over all our happy country – over all our Nation spread, is a band of noble heroes– is our Army of the Dead.”
Will Carleton
“What I can do for my country, I am willing to do.”
Christopher Gadsden
“A hero is someone who has given his or her life to something bigger than oneself.”
Joseph Campbell
“It is foolish and wrong to mourn the men who died. Rather we should thank God such men lived.”
George S. Patton