From a reader:
Speaking of gratitude and the armed services I can not say enough about the magnificent new US Marines Museum . It is a masterful bit of public education, both in explaining the individual experience of being a Marine and in giving a sense of 20th century military history. It is also utterly devoid of political correctness and political commentary, and rightly so. You cannot leave without a sense of awe and gratitude for these magnificent people. In times when sacrifice is ridiculed, bravery is minimized and gallantry ignored it is a fitting and moving reminder that all political, religious and economic freedoms are earned and defended by the armed forces. In between the trips to the mall this holiday season it is a must do trip. And bring the kids.