holdfast Posted December 31, 2008 Report Share Posted December 31, 2008 I Finally was able to take a PowerPoint that was sent to from a Buddy awhile ago. Unfortunately we lost more Soldiers recently. I figured that If the Mods allow me, that you will find these photos very touching, especially for the Families that have to endear this horrible trip from Trenton to Toronto. As a Soldier I found these Photos very compelling and sad, yet inspired. I'm sure the PowerPoint has gone around many Army Units in Canada. I Cant tell you who or when, but what is important, is that we salute our Heroes. Just take a few minutes and try not think that they didnt die for someones agenda, but actually believed what they were doing it for Canada. Unfortunately there will be more, God Bless them. Rob The families and Hearst's are awaiting for the Plane that are bringing Home our Heroes The arrival of the Plane The first casket. I imagine there will be a set of Pallbearers from Afghanistan including closets friends and a Senior NCO or officer, that will escort the caskets. Its a sad Moment for sure even including the Aircrew that brought our Hero Home The convoy is just outside the Gates of the Air Base. In the Background are the CFB Trenton Buildings along the Runway. I thought I would never ever see our Vets saluting our soldiers now. I always thought that they would make the supreme sacrifice and our generation would not be ever worthy. I was wrong. The white car would be a Military Police vehicle Along the stretch would be Firefighters and Police saluting There will be more than 50 such Bridges between Trenton and Toronto with Police, Firemen, Paramedics, as well as the ordinary person that will give their last respects for our fallen soldiers. When I first seen these Photos, I was amazed that so many people would pay tribute. We always hear the negative side of things. Trust me, our Soldiers really appreciate this more than you can ever know. I can guess how the cameraman, that took these photos must of felt, as well as the rest of the motorcade. This is a great tribute also to the families that have to endure this trip I would love to sit down and buy this guy a beer. Awesome Picture for sure. Arriving in Toronto to the Coroners office. Our Heroes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DT10Sam Posted December 31, 2008 Report Share Posted December 31, 2008 Very touching thank you for sharing. Kind regards, Sam Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wallyboss Posted December 31, 2008 Report Share Posted December 31, 2008 Hard to type a reply with a lump in my throat!!! Thanks Holdfast!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Handlebarz Posted December 31, 2008 Report Share Posted December 31, 2008 RIP to all that gave there life so that we can sit here in freedom. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnnyb Posted December 31, 2008 Report Share Posted December 31, 2008 Wow...I've never seen the shots of all the bridges like that...thanks Holdfast (We need a smiley that salutes) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silo Buster Posted December 31, 2008 Report Share Posted December 31, 2008 Hard to type a reply with a lump in my throat!!! Thanks Holdfast!! x2 God Bless Them Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob v Posted December 31, 2008 Report Share Posted December 31, 2008 These men and women who serve certainly deserve our support. A very touching tribute. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wuchikubo Posted December 31, 2008 Report Share Posted December 31, 2008 Thank you Rob for the post. It is a good community post and a reminder of all those that in uniform do for us all. God bless them and their families. Stan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drew_10 Posted December 31, 2008 Report Share Posted December 31, 2008 Thanks for sharing, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zebco Posted December 31, 2008 Report Share Posted December 31, 2008 Thank you very much. True Heroes! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishindevil Posted December 31, 2008 Report Share Posted December 31, 2008 (edited) Very touching photos for sure !!! i have been to a few bridges now,at least 30 times,as well as yesterday!!! and my brother in-law is there oin the front lines again for his 3rd tour,he is based at CFB PETAWAWA.... and as you could well imagine everytime we hear of more soldiers killed,we are totally shaken,he has lost many,many friends there now,and believe me they all know that they are getting support at home on the motorcade routes,and they get all the e-mails that are sent,and all the care packages that people send,they really do apreciate everyones well-wishes !!!! Edited December 31, 2008 by fishindevil Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFR Posted December 31, 2008 Report Share Posted December 31, 2008 Rob, Thank you for sharing. John and Diane Ross Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mattones Posted December 31, 2008 Report Share Posted December 31, 2008 Thanks for sharing the pictures. Sad day indeed. Everytime i watch a video or see pictures of the Highway of Heroes i ALWAYS tear up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Cliff Posted December 31, 2008 Report Share Posted December 31, 2008 I know that many fly their flag at half mast in honor of the fallen. My flag flys tall and proud, the way they stood for our country and in support of all those still serving! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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