I have direct ancestors of blessed memory who fought in the American Revolution on both sides of my family.
I have direct ancestors of blessed memory who fought in the American Civil War (father's side for the union; mother's side for the traitors).
I have two grandparents of blessed memory who served in the Navy World War I (although for one, the war ended before his ship could make it into battle).
I have cousins of blessed memory who served during World War II although some never made it into combat.
My father of blessed memory who served in the Air Force during the Korean War (although they sent him to Europe rather than to Asia).
Praise God none died during the wars. Many families have not had such luck. Memorial Day is about them. Thank you.