"Memorial Day" Be grateful in your heart, for the privilege and freedom you enjoy in this great country, show regard to the 420,000 U.S. soldiers who sacrificed their lives during World War II". (quote by: Frank Nawoski) "We are determined that before the sun sets on this terrible struggle, our flag will be recognized throughout the world as a symbol of freedom on the one hand and of overwhelming force on the other." (General George C. Marshall).