Memorial Day 2026
Our great modern Republic. May those who seek the blessings of its institutions and the protection of its flag remember the obligations they impose.
Ulysses S. Grant
French/Spencer Family Line
Heading Home from Korean War – John Spencer French (1931–2014)
Pvt. George B. French – WW1 (1898 – 1983)
Pvt. Edward Fowler – Spanish-American War (1875-1829)
The Shot Heard Round Buckman Tavern – Rev War – Joseph Simonds and Joel Viles
Grace/Daly Family Line
Forward the Ninth! – Civil War – Michael Daly (1828 – 1876)
Pvt. Edward F. Daly Jr. – WW1 (1899-1966)
James C. Daly – WW1 (1892-1926)
“Lucky” Sergeant – Joseph A. Grace – WW1 (1892-1918)
Note:
My 10th great-grandfather, Matthew Grant (1601-1681), is Ulysses S. Grant’s 4th great-grandfather.
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