On Friday evenings in the Summer, my Father and I attend a local concert in the park. In this case, it is the Long Beach (CA) Municipal Band. During the concert previous to July 4th (as was last evening's), the band plays the Anthem for each branch of Service; Coast Guard, Army (me), Navy, Air Force, and Marines. During each segment, current or former members of the specific branch are requested to stand and be recognized.
Brings a tear to the eye.
To all our Service Men and Women, past and present, I salute you.
God Bless America