A Day in the Life of President Bush (photos) 5.31.2004

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[TruthNtegrity]

The President and First Lady went to Arlington Cemetery where the President laid a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

He spoke briefly on the character of America's Military, past, present and future, active-duty, deceased, retired, or reserves, and their committment to the Country.

Sec. of Defense Rumsfeld received a standing ovation that clearly touched him (no pictures I could find that showed this) and also gave a short speech on the dedication of America's Military.

[TruthNtegrity]

"Through our history, America has gone to war reluctantly because we have known the costs of war," Bush said in the cemetery's amphitheater.

"And the war on terror we're fighting today has brought great costs of its own. Since the hour this nation was attacked, we have seen the character of the men and women who wear our country's uniform.

"We have seen the character of the men and women who wear our country's uniform in places like Kabul and Kandahar, in Mosul and Baghdad. We have seen their decency and their brave spirit," Pres. Bush told a rain-sprinkled crowd.

"Because of their fierce courage America is safer. Two terror regimes are gone forever and more than 50 million souls now live in freedom."

Enjoy for you visit to Sanity Island.

[TruthNtegrity]

Ping!

To all of our active-duty, reserves, retired Military and their families here at FR and on the Dose, I'd like to take this opportunity to say, thank you for your service.

Please wait until I've finished posting the pics I've found before you post any others you may have found. Thank you.

[Mo1]

1st??

[2Jedismom]

Woohoooo!!! Top ten?

[radiohead]

Whoo hoo hoo! Another top 10?

[TruthNtegrity]

Absolutely!!!

First, here's a recap of the President's busy weekend with photos that have not been previously posted.

President George W. Bush said the US would adhere to the 'One-China' policy and oppose any independence moves by Taiwan during a telephone conversation with Chinese President Hu Jintao, it was reported on Friday.

Hundreds of motorcycles arrive at Arlington National Cemetery as part of a 'Rolling Thunder' ceremony for Vietnam Veterans on Saturday, May 29, 2004 in Arlington, Va. The groups leaders will meet with President Bush

Dignitaries stand at attention during the dedication of the World War II Memorial in Washington Saturday, May 29, 2004. Front row from left are Secretary of State Colin Powell, Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld, Interior Secretary Gale Norton and Secretary of Veteras Affairs Anthony Principi. Second row from left is Rep. John Dingell, Joint Chiefs Chairman Richard Myers, Joint Chiefs Vice Chairman Gen. Peter Pace, and Secretary of the Army Les Brownlee.

Sen. John Warner, R-Va., Secretary of State Colin Powell, Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld and Interior Secretary Gail Norton converse before the start of the dedication of the World War II Memorial in Washington Saturday, May 29.

Secretary of State Colin Powell talks with Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld as they wait for the dedication of the World War II Memorial to begin in Washington Saturday.

President Bush , second left, greets Secretary of Veterans Affairs Anthony Principi, second right, as Secretary of Health and Human Services Tommy Thompson, center, Artie Muller, president of Rolling Thunder, left, and Michael Cobb, right, look on upon their arrival at the South Portico of the White House Sunday, May 30, 2004. The leadership of Rolling Thunder, a motorcycling group which supports veterans, is backing President Bush's re-election.

President George W. Bush (R) and Denmark's Prime Minister Anders Fogh Rasmussen (L) speak in the Rose Garden of the White House in Washington, DC.

Bar and Laura at the WWII Memorial Dedication on the 29th.

Aerial shot of the Mall between Washington Monument and the W.W.I.I. Memorial and all of the participants in remote locations as well as in front of the new monument.

George W. Bush waves as he and First Lady Laura Bush depart St. John's Church after attending church services in Washington, D.C., May 30, 2004.

Audience members stand as President Bush arrives onstage during Memorial Day ceremonies at the Arlington National Cemetery amphitheater in Arlington, Va., Monday.

[condi2008]

Good Afternoon. Our profound respect to all veterans today! We shall not forget the sacrifices made through the years by those who serve.

I'm hoping to see a picture of that standing "O" that the President gave his Secretary of Defense.

[TruthNtegrity]

President Bush, right, Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld, center, and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs Gen. Richard Myers, left, attend a ceremony marking Memorial Day at the amphitheater at Arlington National Cemetery Monday, May 31.

President Bush holds his hand to his heart while Army Maj. Gen. Galen Jackman, Commander of the Military District of Washington salutes during the playing of TAPS during a wreath laying ceremony at the tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Va

President George W. Bush stands with eyes closed during the playing of Taps beside Major General Galen Jackman at the Tomb of the Unknowns on Memorial Day at Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington.

President George W. Bush lays a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery, while observing Memorial Day, May 31, 2004.

President Bush , left, applauds as Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld acknowledges the crowd's applause during a ceremony marking Memorial Day at the amphitheater at Arlington National Cemetery.

President Bush , top, second right, salutes with, left to right, joint chief of staff Gen. Richard Meyers, Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld and Army Maj. Gen. Galen Jackman, Commander of the Military District of Washington, during the procession of colors.

President Bush applauds while Army Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld acknowledges the audience during Memorial Day ceremonies at the Arlington National Cemetery amphitheater.

President Bush, left, shares a light moment with Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld after Rumsfeld spoke at a ceremony marking Memorial Day at the amphitheater.

[Bahbah]

What a fabulous dose, Truthy. Thanks.

[TruthNtegrity]

Since we have been requested to bow our heads in prayer - right now - I'm posting this Proclamation by the President for Memorial Day.

President's Memorial Day Proclamation
Prayer for Peace, Memorial Day, 2004
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation




For more than two centuries, Americans have been called to defend the founding ideals of our democracy. On Memorial Day, a grateful Nation remembers the proud patriots who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of liberty's blessings.

From the opening battles of the American Revolution through the turmoil of the Civil War, to World War I, World War II, Korea, and Vietnam, to the Persian Gulf and today's operations in the war on terror in Afghanistan, Iraq, and around the world, the members of our military have built a tradition of honorable and faithful service. As we observe Memorial Day, we remember the more than one million Americans who have died to preserve our freedom, the more than 140,000 citizens who were prisoners of war, and all those who were declared missing in action. We also honor our veterans for their dedication to America and their sacrifice.

This year, we honor many heroes by observing the 60th anniversary of D-Day on the beaches of Normandy, and by dedicating the National World War II Memorial in Washington, D.C. In a radio address on June 6, 1944, President Franklin Roosevelt described these service members as the "pride of our Nation," who struggled to preserve our civilization. The fallen from that fateful day and that war will always be remembered. They hold a cherished place in the history of the United States and in the memories of the people they liberated.

Today, all who wear the uniform of the United States are serving at a crucial hour in history, and each has answered a great call to serve our Nation on the front lines of freedom. As we continue to fight terrorism and promote peace and freedom-, let us pray for the safety and strength of our troops, for God's blessing on them and their families, and for those who have lost loved ones.

On this Memorial Day, we honor all of our fallen soldiers, their commitment to our country, and their legacy of patriotism and sacrifice. By giving their lives in the cause of freedom, these heroes have protected and inspired all Americans.

In respect for their devotion to America, the Congress, by a joint resolution approved on May 11, 1950, as amended (64 Stat. 158), has requested the President to issue a proclamation calling on the people of the United States to observe each Memorial Day as a day of prayer for permanent peace and designating a period on that day when the people of the United States might unite in prayer. The Congress, by Public Law 106-579, has also designated the minute beginning at 3:00 p.m. local time on that day as a time for all Americans to observe the National Moment of Remembrance.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim Memorial Day, May 31, 2004, as a day of prayer for permanent peace, and I designate the hour beginning in each locality at 11:00 a.m. of that day as a time to unite in prayer. I also ask all Americans to observe the National Moment of Remembrance beginning at 3:00 p.m. local time on Memorial Day. I urge the press, radio, television, and all other media to participate in these observances.

I also request the Governors of the United States and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and the appropriate officials of all units of government, to direct that the flag be flown at half-staff until noon on this Memorial Day on all buildings, grounds, and naval vessels throughout the United States, and in all areas under its jurisdiction and control. I also request the people of the United States to display the flag at half-staff from their homes for the customary forenoon period.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-sixth day of May, in the year of our Lord two thousand four, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and twenty-eighth.

GEORGE W. BUSH

[Kaslin]

Did I make it to under 10?

[Mo1]

Thank you for a Beautiful Dose

[John Lenin]

[Kaslin]

These are great pictures and I agree with your tagline

[prairiebreeze]

Holy Mackinoly, I'm just reading a thread that Kerry got heckled at the VN Memorial today! Be back in a flash.

Prairie

[TruthNtegrity]

There's so much coming. Get a grip on your chair. I found some really moving words and pics.

Rumsfeld accepts a salute from a member of the U.S. Military Academy Class of 2004 during graduation ceremonies in West Point, New York May 29, 2004.

Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld gives the commencement speech for the U.S. Military Academy in West Point, New York May 29, 2004. The United States' declared war on terror is closer to the beginning than the end, Rumsfeld told graduates on Saturday

Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld (L) poses with Marvin Robertson after he graduated from the U.S. Military Academy Class of 2004, at Michie Stadium in West Point, New York May 29.

Cadets of the U.S. Military Academy Class of 2004 celebrate after graduating with the traditional hat toss, at the end of commmencement exercises at Michie Stadium in West Point, New York May 29, 2004.

[Mo1]

There's so much coming. Get a grip on your chair

I'm not going any where

Rummy looked really touched by the applause he recieved today .. I'm so glad the folks showed him their support for him

[TruthNtegrity]

Yup, he did. The Vietnam vets there didn't appreciate his "walking THEIR wall". How do you like them apples?

More pics coming. Please wait to post any others until I've finished? Thanks.

Steven Reilly, of Fort Salonga, NY, a Marine in the Korean War, watches as US Navy F-18s fly over the Intrepid Sea and Air Space museum in the missing man formation during the Memorial Day commemoration, Monday, May 31, 2004 in New York.

Staff Sgt. Robert Tilghman plays 'Taps' during a Memorial Day service at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery in San Antonio.

Veterans and members of the armed services carry an over-sized American flag past the scoreboard at Fenway Park in Boston following Memorial Day ceremonies prior to the Boston Red Sox (news) game against the Baltimore Orioles (news) Monday.

U.S. Army 1st Infantry Division commander Major General John Batiste (R) places a wreath above a list of 'Task Force Danger' fallen soldiers, during a Memorial Day ceremony in Tikrit.

[OldFriend]

Wish Rumsfeld could know how much his service to this nation means to so many of us.

[Kaslin]

Did you see this in Drudge

STANDING OVATION FOR RUMSFELD IN D.C.