"Let a nation’s fervent thanks make some amends for the toils and sufferings of those who survive."― Edward Everett Topic(s): ThankfulMore From Edward Everett"And now the momentous day, a day to be forever remembered in the annals of the country, arrived. Early in the morning on the 1st of July the conflict began.""Education is a better safeguard of liberty than a standing army."More In Thankful"I’m thankful for weird people out there ’cause they’re some of the most creative people."― Channing Tatum"I’m thankful for the incredible advances in medicine that have taken place during my lifetime. I almost certainly wouldn’t still be here if it weren’t for them."― Billy Graham"Sometimes our light goes out but is blown into flame by another human being. Each of us owes deepest thanks to those who have rekindled this light."― Albert Schweitzer