At Camp Lejeune they were firing a round a minute (on the ceremonial gun by the headquarters building) starting at 1200 and going to 1221 when they raised the flag to the full staff. After that my wife, the boys, and I shot off some Estes Rockets in the nearby field.
Thanks to all veterans, living and dead, who have gone before. They have enabled me to be in the land I live in today, and without their sacrifice - one doesn't need to die to sacrifice - that wouldn't be so.
A special thanks to you WWII vets reading this. I only wish my grandfather was here to write a message. I hope that mine will suffice for the immense pride he had in you and all others of his generation. The men made it so the officers' plans were executed. You have my salute forever and always.