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Originally Posted by Bobblehead
My grandfather was in WW1 and took an friendly fire bullet in the rear. I never knew him (there is a picture of him holding me as a baby, but I have no memory of him). I'm told he never talked about the war.
I kind of agree with the others. There should be special mention of his passing this Remembrance day, but a state funeral is a bit too much.
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Why is it a bit much for the LAST WWI vet? I can understand if they were giving a state funeral for everyone. I am not trying to argue with you guys....just trying to understand why it would be to much.
I think it would be a good thing to remind ALL of us what our grandfathers did for us and how long ago it was. yes....there is rememberance day....but that happens every year and people just kind of tune it out.
IMO it's not just a service for the one individual....it is a service to remember all those who fought in WWI and that he is the last of his generation.