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General Category => Sports/Entertainment/MSM/Social Media => Topic started by: libertybele on November 12, 2023, 02:31:35 am
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I think this is a great movie and I've seen it several times.
We Were Soldiers: Why This War Movie Still Holds Up on Veteran's Day Over 20 Years Later
We Were Soldiers captures the loyalty and heroism of soldiers during times of war, honoring their sacrifices and the unbreakable bonds they share with their families.
The film doesn't glorify war but instead highlights the personal experiences and consequences it has on soldiers, conveying the weight of their sacrifice.
It emphasizes the strong bond formed between soldiers and their families, showcasing the unique experience military members have and the recognition they deserve.
We Were Soldiers tells the true story of the first major battle of the Vietnam War between North Vietnamese forces and the United States in 1965. As Veterans Day is celebrated across the country this month, such a film is worth revisiting. Not to be confused with Memorial Day, when soldiers of the United States military who’ve paid the ultimate price are remembered, Veterans Day seeks to recognize and honor all generations of those who have served in any capacity and made sacrifices for the United States military.
A film about the loyalty and heroism of soldiers under fire, it captures the spirit of what Veterans Day is supposed to represent and highlights the valor of soldiers during times of war. A film for civilians as well as veterans, it seeks to present the sacrifices soldiers and their families make during times of war that often go unnoticed by the general public. Over 20 years after its release, We Were Soldiers still holds up and is worth revisiting this Veterans Day. The film honors soldiers who’ve served in the military, doesn’t glorify the perceived necessity of war, and aims to highlight the unbreakable bonds only soldiers and their families understand.................
https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/we-were-soldiers-why-this-war-movie-still-holds-up-on-veteran-s-day-over-20-years-later/ar-AA1jLBNR?ocid=hpmsn&cvid=e12f0fab0b38420dac4183400c8ece73&ei=25