May. 26, 2008 - MemorialDay2008

Saturday, my husband & I took a ride out to South County to take our tour through the Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery. They have a yearly memorial remembrance each year, but when we last went it was so crowded and we were in line on the highway for over an hour. We decided to just go early. My husbands friend, a former Navy man, is buried here, as well as his brother-in-law, a policeman and also a Navy man. I've come here before, bringing a grand kid with me, as it's such an awe inspiring place. A place of Honor, where men and women, who have served our country in the armed forces, finally rest in peace. I've learned that USCT on the tomb stones (from earlier times, like the Civil War) means United States Colored Troops. It's an impressive place to gather your thoughts on the true meaning of war, it's results, and the sacrifice of those that have served our country. It's a perfect place to offer up our prayers and turn our thoughts to those that have sacrificed.

They also have museums and filled with memorabilia and photographs. They have a great view of the Mississippi river from the overlook there too.