What Liberty Requires of Us

The second of two items from the Wreaths Across America organization that may be of interest to members.


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Every year, as September 11 approaches, we all remember where we were when we heard the news. We remember the images. We remember the disbelief, the fear, and the terrible realization that thousands of innocent people had begun an ordinary Tuesday morning and would never return home.

We remember the firefighters and police officers who ran toward danger when every instinct must have told them to run the other way. We remember those lost in the Twin Towers, the Pentagon and the passengers and crew of Flight 93. We remember young men and women, and even some who had served before, who answered the call in the days that followed.

But each year, I find myself thinking about something else, too.
I remember September 12.

Click here to read my full message, and keep scrolling to learn more about our year-round mission to Remember, Honor, and Teach.

Sincerely,

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Karen Worcester
Wreaths Across America’s Executive Director

 

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Join Us for a Special Remembrance Flag Waving

On the weekend of the 25th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks, Wreaths Across America is calling on Americans nationwide to pause together in remembrance and unity, marking the occasion with two tributes: a coast-to-coast flag waving and the dedication of a new Woody Williams Gold Star Families Memorial Monument. Click to the button below to learn how you can join us in remembering with a flag waving in your community.

 

Curriculum Spotlight: Patriot Day Resources

With the 25th anniversary of 9/11 approaching, ensuring young people understand the profound loss and impact of this day remains important – especially as this generation of students was not alive when the tragedy occurred.

Click the button to access our K-12 Patriot Day lesson plans. No matter the age of the young person in your life, we hope you share the story of Patriot Day with them, and its continued impact on our lives.

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Mission Matters on Wreaths Across America Radio

Mission Matters 2025

Tune in to Wreaths Across America Radio every Wednesday for Mission Matters with your host, Executive Director Karen Worcester! Recently, Karen interviewed Lettie Sanchez, the location coordinator for Wreaths Across America at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery.

Listen live each week on Wreaths Across America Radio.

Remember Me Story Gallery

Help us identify service members who deserve to be remembered. These could be family members, local heroes, or names from your local cemetery that few people know.

Please submit names, photos, and stories at the button below. You can also view the gallery of stories. Be sure to use #RememberMe on social media!

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Sponsor Spotlight

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We are deeply grateful to Northrop Grumman and Sunbelt Rentals for their continued support of the Wreaths Across America mission. Your commitment helps us ensure that every hero is remembered, honored, and taught to future generations.

Through your generosity and partnership, we are able to expand our reach, engage more communities, and carry forward the important work of placing wreaths on the headstones of our nation’s veterans. Thank you for standing with us and for sharing in this mission to remember, honor and teach.

Featured Merchandise

 Share your patriotism and support of Wreaths Across America with the “Remember Me” hat. The 2026 theme stands out on a navy blue background and is flanked by red, blue and white stripes.

Click on the button to purchase the hat, or view all of our merchandise here.

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Make sure to follow Wreaths Across America official channels on social media for the most up-to-the-minute news on the mission throughout the year:

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Here’s what Wreaths Across America does the other 364 days

The first of two items from the Wreaths Across America organization that may be of interest to members.


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Thank you for supporting the mission of Wreaths Across America. Because of supporters like you, we’re able to Remember our fallen, Honor those who serve, and Teach the next generation the value of freedom.

While many know us through National Wreaths Across America Day, our mission continues year-round through programs that educate, connect communities, and support veterans nationwide.

Learn more about the impact we make beyond December below!

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We bring the mission into classrooms and communities through free educational resources.

These tools help the next generation understand the value of freedom.

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Experience the mission up close with our 48′ Mobile Education Exhibit!

This traveling exhibit brings communities and the military together through stories and connection.

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Wreaths Across America Radio is a Voice For America’s Veterans.

We share 24/7 informational and inspiring content about members of the U.S. armed forces, their families, military veterans, and volunteers.

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Our Honor Fleet moves millions of veterans’ wreaths every year.

The mission would not be possible without our transportation partners, from professional drivers to trucking and logistics companies.

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24 hours left on Early Bird pricing

An item that may be of interest to members in the Bay Area who want a unique Fleet Week experience.


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National Liberty Ship Memorial
Early Bird pricing on Fleet Week ends August 31st at 11:59pm.

After that, prices go up. Get in now and save $20 a ticket — $60 on the family package.

Early Bird (ends Aug 31): $175 adults / $105 youth / $420 family

The SS Jeremiah O’Brien sails October 10 and 11, under steam, into a Bay full of naval hardware that doesn’t get this close to shore very often.

→ Get tickets — October 10
→ Get tickets — October 11

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Surprise attack: Canada’s own Trojan Horse tale

An item from the Legion Magazine.


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An 1874 painting by Henri Paul Motte depicts the Greek myth of the Trojan Horse . [Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art/Encyclopedia Brittanica]

Surprise attack: Canada’s own Trojan Horse tale

STORY BY RICHARD FOOT

Everyone seems to be talking about The Odyssey, this summer’s cinematic blockbuster based on Homer’s ancient poem. Among other things, the film portrays the story of the Trojan Horse, that legendary symbol of warfare deception.

The hero Odysseus and his Greek army are camped on a beach outside the gates of Troy, having laid siege to the city without success for a decade. To break the stalemate, their army pretends to sail away, while secretly retreating to a nearby island. Outside the gates of the fortified city, they leave behind a large and mysterious wooden horse.

Believing it to be a gift, the Trojans haul the horse into Troy, allowing Odysseus and other warriors hidden inside to emerge through a trap door, open the gates to their waiting army and destroy the city.

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Among the British war heroes honoured at St. Paul’s Cathedral in London, England, is Captain Alexander Macnab of Upper Canada. A plaque dedicated to his memory is located near the tomb of Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington (pictured at left). [Diliff/Wikimedia]

Historian Tanya Grodzinski on Canada and the Napoleonic Wars, Part 2

STORY BY ALEX BOWERS

Within the crypt of St. Paul’s Cathedral in London, England, rest two of the country’s most revered war heroes. To innumerable Britons, both the tomb of Admiral Horatio Nelson—the seafaring legend of Trafalgar—and that of Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington—whose cunning carried the day at Waterloo—are sacred. Together, they embody Britain’s victory over France during the Napoleonic Wars (1803-1815), epitomizing the martial prowess and imperial confidence that defined an era.

Nearby, however, the chamber holds a far humbler memorial—indeed an ode to an all-but-forgotten chapter in Canadian history and heritage.

“If you stand in the right spot,” said military historian Tanya Grodzinski, “you’ll see near Wellington’s tomb, a bust of [Canadian prime minister] John A. Macdonald, then a little rectangular wall stone dedicated to the memory of Captain Alexander Macnab.”

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