Different Century, But Interesting

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https://www.youtube.com/embed/7QCYDzsQ_yM?rel=0

A really good video with lots of excellent photographs.

As regards courage and bravery, think of the young men who go into combat . . . even during the American Civil War.

"This extraordinary war in which we are engaged falls heavily upon all classes of people, but the most heavily upon the soldier. For it has been said, all that a man hath will he give for his life; and while all contribute of their substance, the soldier puts his life at stake, and often yields it up in his country's cause. The highest merit, then, is due to the soldier."

-- Address at Sanitary Fair, March 16, 1864

As the daughter of a career military man (a "lowly non-com"), who served during WWII and the Korean War, I thank you for posting that quote, David.