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Those are exactly the circumstances in which I acquired a Silver Star and two Purple Hearts for my collection. At an estate sale. The punk millennials had absolutely no interest in preserving any memories at all. They were, however, quite taken with their smartphones. I also bought an album of photos taken by the soldier in New Guinea during the war. All of this cost me the princely sum of $20.
I bet the soldier has other relatives who recognize what these medals represent. Perhaps a nephew, niece, or other family member would cherish the medals, and display them with honor and reverence, and share photos with distant relatives. Given the burgeoning interest in genealogy these days, if you posted a notice on Ancestry.com, or in a local publication, and other notice boards online or otherwise, you might find a family member who would love to reimburse you for your cost to keep the medals in the family.
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Now you know how much patriotism, place in history, and family pride means to a generation. Absolutely nothing.
I can certainly understand your disgust at the punk millennials' disregard for their grandfather and his sacrifice and courage. At the same time, there are young people on this forum who I would wager good coin do not exhibit such ignorant, callous attitudes. Although I did not serve in the military, my (former) wife and I raised our children to have a deep and abiding respect for our Armed Forces and the men and women who have risked (and currently risk) their lives to keep the rest of us safe and free. Both of their grandfathers served in the U.S. Navy, and we made sure they knew about that service, as well as many other family members and friends who fought in WWII, Korea, and Vietnam, some of whom gave the ultimate sacrifice.
My hat's off to all of you here who have served your country--the USA or your own nation. I respect you.
~ Mark
Posted 08/27/2016 05:44 am
