Sgt. York, a 13-year-old black pacer, caparisoned, bore only a pair of Reagan’s own military officer’s boots, which he wore for the rest of his life after his service as a cavalryman in the Army reserve.
A very powerful and touching ceremony. Kudos to Fox and Brit Hume who had the good sense to shut up and let the occasion and Americans bearing witness speak for themselves.
Army Maj. Gen. Galen B. Jackman, commanding general, Military District of Washington deserves mention as well, his kindness was evident through a long day at Nancy Reagan's side. Once again it wasn't the nattering nabobs and talking heads who set the tone and made the day, it was our magnificent military men and women.
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