Belgian boy saluting Canadian Troops

I guess their is some hope for civilization after all! A pat on the back to whomever this kids parents are. If you get out of Brussels, especially anywhere near Bastogne you'll find a great deal of respect from Belgians who value their liberty....you tend to do that when you know whats it like to have it taken away.
From the Knokke-Heist march.

WW II Memorial Dedication

The city of Jumierge, a small town near Bastogne, will dedicate a memorial to the American Soldiers of the 17th Airborne Division that gave their life for the town during the Battle of the Bulge.

A group of several of the veterans will be on hand for the ceremony scheduled for December 15th at 10:30am. This is a good way to see a piece of history acknowledged and meet some of those who made it happen.

Jumierge is located about 5 miles northwest of Bastogne just off the N4.