A brief scene from the 2009 Veterans Day Parade in New York City. A cloudy Wednesday, cold and invigorating, with the chill of autumn in the air. Sad with the smell of change, of passing, but alive with remembrance, a sense of honor, and undying appreciation. U.S.A. all the way. Thank you veterans.

From our urban, cement sidewalks to the grassy roadsides of rural America, Hnyc honors all of those who served, suffered, and sacrificed it all. Below is a video from June 11, 2009, of SSgt. John Beale’s final return to his home state of Georgia. R.I.P. Soldier.