This was not just at Arlington cemetary but was 'Wreaths Across America' at many military cemetaries. My twin brother is buried at Fort Rosecrans, San Diego, Ca. and got a wreath on Dec. 15. I believe 2400 cemetaries were involved. It was very economical to order a wreath for your veterans. My sister in law was very grateful for the beautiful wreath on my brother's grave. I will make sure he has one every year from now on. I just learned of it this year.
That is true. All of the Military Cemeteries get them. I only mentioned Arlington because I was there. In the post that I had done about the laying of the Wreaths, I had given the whole story. They have been doing it for years and they have been covering every grave at Arlington for a few years now. They used to just cover sections.
I am sorry for your loss. Please accept my heartfelt condolences.
There was no ill intent in only mentioning Arlington.
I felt no ill intent. Thank you for your condolences. I just visited their page and is 1600 cemetaries. I am proud and happy to find out about it this year and want to spread the word so everyone knows. My exwife ordered a wreath for my brother and her father who just passed 6 months ago. My brother got a wreath but her Dad did not. At the other cemetaries the wreaths must be ordered but are only $15, what a deal. I am really happy to find out about this. Thanks so much for spreading the word.
As part of the military community, I find it an honor to be able to be a part of this. There is much opportunity to be involved here as we have 7 bases/forts and many hospitals and VA homes... plus Walter Reid Medical Center.
I spread as much of the word about things as I can.