The Real Magic Of Taps

The Real Magic Of Taps
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#AirForce “Aim High … Fly-Fight-Win”
#Army “This We’ll Defend”
#CoastGuard “Semper Paratus” – Always Ready
#MarineCorps “Semper Fidelis” – Always Faithful
#Navy Non sibi sed patriae” – Latin for “Not self, but country”
#Reserves
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#SpaceForce “Semper Supra” – Always Above
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If any of you have ever been to a military funeral
in which taps was played; this brings out a new meaning of it.

Here is something Every American should know.



We in the United States have all heard the haunting song,
'Taps...' It's the song that gives us the lump in our throats
and usually tears in our eyes.

But, do you know the story behind the song?

If not, I think you will be interested to find out about its humble beginnings.

Reportedly, it all began in 1862 during the Civil War,
when Union Army Captain Robert Elli was with his men
near Harrison's Landing in Virginia .

The Confederate Army was on the other side of the narrow strip of land.

During the night, Captain Elli heard the moans of a soldier
who lay severely wounded on the field.

Not knowing if it was a Union or Confederate soldier,
the Captain decided to risk his life and bring the stricken man
back for medical attention.

Crawling on his stomach through the gunfire,
the Captain reached the stricken soldier
and began pulling him toward his encampment..

When the Captain finally reached his own lines,
he discovered it was actually a Confederate soldier,
but the soldier was dead.

The Captain lit a lantern and suddenly caught his breath
and went numb with shock.

In the dim light, he saw the face of the soldier.

It was his own son.

The boy had been studying music in the South
when the war broke out.

Without telling his father, the boy enlisted in the Confederate Army.

The following morning, heartbroken, the father asked permission
of his superiors to give his son a full military burial,
despite his enemy status.

His request was only partially granted.

The Captain had asked if he could have a group
of Army band members play a funeral dirge for his son at the funeral.

The request was turned down since the soldier was a Confederate.

But, out of respect for the father,
they did say they could give him only one musician.

The Captain chose a bugler.

He asked the bugler to play a series of musical notes
he had found on a piece of paper in the pocket of the dead youth's uniform.

This wish was granted.

The haunting melody, we now know as 'Taps'
used at military funerals was born.

The words are:

Day is done.

Gone the sun.

From the lakes

From the hills.

From the sky.

All is well.

Safely rest.

God is nigh.

Fading light.

Dims the sight.

And a star.

Gems the sky.

Gleaming bright.

From afar.

Drawing nigh.

Falls the night.

Thanks and praise.

For our days.

Neath the sun

Neath the stars.

Neath the sky

As we go.

This we know.

God is nigh

I too have felt the chills while listening to 'Taps'
but I have never seen all the words to the song until now.

I did NOT even know there was more than one verse.

I also never knew the story behind the song
and I did NOT know if you had either
so I thought I would pass it along.

I now have an even deeper respect for the song than I did before.

Remember Those Lost and Harmed While Serving Their Country.

Also Remember Those Who Have Served And Returned;
and for those presently serving in the Armed Forces.


Please send this on after a short prayer.

Make this a Prayer wheel for our soldiers ...
please do NOT break it.

I did NOT !


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What are the Mottos of the 6 Branches of the U.S. Military? · United Service Organizations (uso.org)
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What are the Mottos of the 6 Branches of the U.S. Military?

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By Danielle DeSimone
You may know what the six branches of the military do, but what do they stand for?

A military motto is more than just a fun saying

– it is a symbol of each branch’s history and legacy of service to this nation.

Each one is distinct, demonstrating the most important values of the Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force,
Coast Guard and Space Force.
So, what are the six mottos of the military? Here’s a breakdown of each one:
U.S. Army: “This We’ll Defend”

As the oldest branch of the U.S. military, the U.S. Army’s motto is steeped in a long history of service to this country.

The phrase “This We’ll Defend” was first used by the War Office of the Continental Army
during the American Revolution in 1778.
Photo credit U.S. Institute of Heraldry
The Army motto, “This We’ll Defend,” can be seen in the Army flag and emblem on the scroll above the snake.
Today, the motto can be found on the official U.S. Army flag as well as the Department of the Army emblem.

On these images, “This We’ll Defend” is depicted on a scroll held by a rattlesnake, a symbol used
on many colonial American flags during the Revolutionary War,
signifying the Army’s constant readiness over the past 200+ years
to defend and preserve the United States.
U.S. Marine Corps: “Semper Fidelis” – Always Faithful

The U.S. Marine Corps motto, “Semper Fidelis,” is legendary. However,
“Semper Fi” (as it’s yelled, cheered, or used as a greeting)
is not just a motto for the Marines – it’s a way of life.

The phrase is Latin for “Always Faithful” and it embodies the Marine Corps’
forever commitment to both their fellow Marines and the United States.
Photo credit DVIDS/Cpl. Frank Cordoba

Marines with the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit stand at parade rest prior to a command brief at Camp Pendleton.

The Marine Corps motto, “Semper Fidelis,” has become legendary for its encompassment of Marine values.

Since the motto’s establishment in 1883, it has become known for its representation
of Marines’ unshakeable loyalty to one another in particular.

This bond can be seen not only among those currently serving in the same unit,
but also between Marine veterans meeting for the first time, years after their service.

“Semper Fidelis” stands for the steadfast dedication Marines
will always have to fighting on behalf of this nation,
as well as alongside the few, the proud, the Marines.
U.S. Navy: Undetermined

The U.S. Navy technically does not have an official motto,
and there are even disagreements over what its unofficial motto might be.

Some sources claim that the unofficial motto is
“Non sibi sed patriae” – Latin for “Not self, but country,”
a phrase inscribed above the chapel doors of the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland.

This unofficial motto invokes the spirit of sacrifice that so many sailors and members of our Armed Forces
carry with them through their service.
Photo credit DVIDS/Jacob Moore

Sailors aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington stand ready to man the rails.

Although there is no official U.S. Navy motto, several sources claim there are “unofficial” mottos for the branch.

Some incorrectly assume that the title of the unofficial song of the U.S. Navy,
“Anchors Aweigh,” is its motto, which it is not.

Other sources claim that “Semper Fortis” – Latin for “Always Courageous”
– is the Navy’s unofficial motto; considering that the Navy was founded in the 18th century,
when sailing in a Navy required venturing out into the unknown of the vast oceans,
this emphasis on courage seems fitting.

Regardless of which unofficial motto is truly the one, today,
the U.S. Navy continues to stand by all of these unofficial mottos’ ideals
and fearlessly serves the United States both at home and abroad.
U.S. Air Force: “Aim High … Fly-Fight-Win”

Formally adopted in 2010, the U.S. Air Force’s motto of
“Aim High … Fly-Fight-Win” is both a call-to-action and a promise in response.

The Air Force always pushes itself to new heights (no pun intended) and expects its airmen to do the same.
Photo credit DVIDS/Senior Airman Christine Groening

U.S. Air Force F-35 Lightning IIs fly in formation,
a clear depiction of the branch’s motto, “Aim High … Fly-Fight-Win.”

The motto was chosen by the airmen themselves through an Air Force-wide survey,
through which they explained to then-Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz and other Air Force leaders
that they wanted a motto that was inclusive, paying homage to the Air Force’s culture of diversity,
as well as a motto that truly spoke to what it meant to be an airman. “Aim High … Fly-Fight-Win”
does just that, honoring the legacy of the U.S. Air Force, while also giving currently-serving airmen
something to strive for.
U.S. Coast Guard: “Semper Paratus” – Always Ready

For a military branch that is on-call 365 days a year to protect the waterways and people of the United States,
the motto “Semper Paratus,” that is, “Always Ready,” seems especially appropriate.

There are quite a few stories of how the Coast Guard got its motto
– some say it was thanks to Capt. Francis Saltus Van Boskerck,
who wrote the words to the “Semper Paratus” marching song for the United States Revenue Cutter Service,
the precursor to the Coast Guard, while aboard the USRC Yamacraw.

Photo credit U.S. Institute of Heraldry

The U.S. Coast Guard’s motto, “Semper Paratus,” represents the branch’s constant readiness
to preserve and protect the United States.

Others say that the newspaper The New Orleans Bee bestowed the title on the branch in 1836,
in praise of the USRC Ingham’s actions along the Texas coast.

And there are some who say the origins are still a mystery
– but it is the sentiment behind the phrase that is important.

No matter the rough waters, challenging ocean rescues, or long hours
of ensuring national security, the U.S. Coast Guard is always ready to respond.
U.S. Space Force: “Semper Supra” – Always Above

The newest of the U.S. military’s six branches, the U.S. Space Force recently revealed its new motto,
which pays homage to its roots in the U.S. Air Force as well as the branch’s future in space.

“Semper Supra” is Latin for “Always Above;” the word “always” was chosen
because just as space is unending in time and depth, so too is the Space Force’s commitment
to uncompromisingly protect and monitor space and U.S. satellites.

“Above” was chosen to be symbolic of both the act of looking up and wondering what is beyond in space,
as well as the Space Force’s value of excellence.
Photo credit U.S. Space Force
The U.S. Space Force’s motto, “Semper Supra,” is Latin for “Always Above”
– representing the branch’s protection of U.S. satellites and international space.
“Our citizens will rest easier,”
Airman 1st Class Daniel Sanchez, who created the motto, said.
“Knowing there is always a shield above them.”


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