Picture of the day - September 12, 2008

"Let us never forget"

Photo courtesy of Robert Schwarztrauber. Yesterday marked the 7th anniversary of the senseless terrorist attacks that took place on our country back on September 11, 2001, and all across our great nation solemn ceremonies were held and tearful prayers were said as we paused to remember those who lost their lives that day as well as those who have fallen in defense of our freedoms in the years since. Today's picture is a fitting tribute to our fallen countrymen, and here is photographer Robert Schwarztrauber's story behind it: "On this anniversary of the devastating attack on our American soil in New York City I would like to submit this photo. Remembering that Freedom's Light continues to shine on all Americans today because of the ultimate sacrifice that's paid - by the few - for the many. God bless America and the heroes that fight for our freedom - yesterday, today and always."    --Robert Schwarztrauber Let us never forget the pain we felt as a nation as we all watched together in horror as those unbelievable acts of hatred unfolded before our very eyes. Let us also never forget the sacrifices of the men and women in uniform who did their very best that day and in the days that followed to minimize the suffering and loss of life as a result of those cowardly attacks. And of course let us also never forget the men and women who proudly wear the uniform of the United States Military as they fight our battles for us all around the globe. We love you, we respect you, and from the bottom of our collective heart we thank you for your selfless service. No, we will never forget.     Visitor Comments...   Name: Ron Trees Town: Spokane, WA All I can say is that I love the picture and our flag. I also echo the comments made by both Rick and Robert. God Bless the USA.   Click here to comment on this picture.   Visit the POTD Archives for previous "Pictures Of The Day"!     Submit a photo of your own!                                 Place the "Picture of the Day" on your website, for free! Why I publish the "Picture of the Day"