In the course of investigating a story, I happened to click on the "News Releases" menu item on the official U.S. Department of Defense website. ...what I found there was sobering, both as a veteran of the U.S. Army and as 'just' a citizen.

WIth few exceptions, the 77 news releases listed from the past 30 days all included the phrase DoD Identifies Casualty.

Appropriate, indeed, to take a moment to reflect upon the military operations in which the U.S. is involved around the world, and even more appropriate to take a moment to express sincere and heartfelt thanks to all of our servicemen and servicewomen who have and continue to serve this great nation of ours.

In a nation and a time when vigorous debate rightfully continues every day over policies, it is never the dedication and service of the members of our armed forces that should be questioned. Our sincere thanks to all who serve; and our deep-felt condolences to the families, friends, compatriots, and communities of those who have given their lives in service to the United States of America.

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