The Lisbon Reporter

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Saturday, August 15, 2009

We Are Proud To Honor! Thank You and God Bless

After the original picture comes on your screen, click the little 'start' arrow on the bottom left.

http://blip.tv/play/AYGJ5h6YgmE

Killed in action the week before, First Class John C. Beale was returned to Falcon Field in Peachtree City, Georgia, just south of Atlanta on June 11, 2009. The Henry County Police Department escorted the procession to the funeral home in McDonough, Georgia. A simple notice in local papers indicated the road route to be taken and the approximate time.
Nowadays one can be led to believe that America no longer respects honor and no longer honors sacrifice outside the military. Be it known that there are many places in this land where people still recognize the courage and impact of total self-sacrifice. Georgia remains one of those graceful places.

The link below is a short
http://blip.tv/play/AYGJ5h6YgmE

travelogue of that day's remarkable and painful journey.
Only watch this if you wish to have some of your faith in people restored.
Please share widely.