HONOR | As we head into the Memorial Day weekend, let us reflect on the tremendous price that was paid by the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Through the sounding of Taps, members of The United States Air Force Band solemnly render honor to those who have given the ultimate sacrifice for their country. A long-held musical tradition at military funerals, the music of Taps originated from a Civil War bugle call entitled, “Extinguish Lights”. A plaintive call, th

"This Memorial Day, we pause to honor the more than one million Americans who made the ultimate sacrifice since the founding of our nation. We remember their courage. We remember their selfless service and we remember how they lived...Each individual loss brings untold grief. Each loss is a hope never realized. Each loss is a dream never reached.” Watch Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Mark A. Milley's Memorial Day message to our fallen and their families. (U.S. Department of Defense (

Today, let us take time to reflect on those we've lost. We honor their courage, devotion and sacrifice. Thank you for showing us the way. #HonorThem #MemorialDay | U.S. Army