Champ here. Memorial Day, this is a time to give thanks to those who fought and defended this country so we can celebrate freedom. I’d like to thank my relatives & friends. James Noland Beaches of Normandy U.S.M.C. (Great grandfather). James Thomes ( grandfather) U.S.M.C. South Pacific James T. Thomes Retired Colonol U.S.A.F. Pilot, Engineer, Vietnam U. S. Army Vietnam (Door Gunner). My best friend. Freedom isn’t free there’s a price.