Today, November 11th, we officially remember. In Canada we call it Remembrance day, in the US Veterans day, in Poland it is Independence Day, different names for the same day that remind us all of the same thing. Freedom isn't free, it is bought with the blood of men and women. But not just the blood, but the hopesand dreams of those who have made the ultimate sacrifice. Those brave souls whom gave up everything, their entire futures, so that we can be free and live the way we want to live, love who we want to love, and be who we want to be. And we need to remember those who may not have died, but lived on wounded through the years.
As wargamers, it can all too often be easy to look at our games as just that, games. I for one enjoy the tactical aspects and decision making that comes with this hobby, but I have always done my best to never make light of war. When the game is done, the beer has been drunk, and the miniatures all packed away it's just grown men playing with man dollies. But makes sure that you take time to appreciate what it represents.
So for all those who have fought for freedom, and those who continue to live, fight, and die for freedom, Thank you.
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