I grew up on Army bases...I've probably heard 'Taps' played over a thousand times.
It ALWAYS affects you. On base, when it's played every evening, you're expected as a civilian to stop what you're doing outside and hold your hand on your heart for the 24-notes it takes to play the song.
If you're driving, you stop the car. If you're in uniform, you get out of the car and salute until the song is over.
The song is special.
Today I remember the more than one million Americans who have died serving in our Armed Forces.
It ALWAYS affects you. On base, when it's played every evening, you're expected as a civilian to stop what you're doing outside and hold your hand on your heart for the 24-notes it takes to play the song.
If you're driving, you stop the car. If you're in uniform, you get out of the car and salute until the song is over.
The song is special.
Today I remember the more than one million Americans who have died serving in our Armed Forces.
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