 Stand by. Armed Forces Day is always special for Americans. It has been set aside and properly so to pay tribute to you, the dedicated men and women who proudly wear the uniforms of our nation's military services. This year's Armed Forces Day theme is from the preamble to our Constitution. The words of this theme, Securing the Blessings of Liberty, offer both a challenge and a guarantee for now and the future. The challenge is for you, like those who have served our nation before you, to ensure that America's destiny remains secure in the strong hands of her sons and daughters. The guarantee is that all of us will share in the blessings of that liberty that you protect so ably and at such great sacrifice. We celebrate this day to give all Americans an opportunity to recognize members of the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps and Coast Guard and the role our Constitution assigns to them. The calendar proclaims it a once-a-year event, but you who stand in the ramparts of freedom know that Armed Forces Day is every day. You know that eternal vigilance truly is the price of freedom. As your commander-in-chief and as an American, I salute your efforts on this special day. Nancy and I join all Americans in recognizing and appreciating the hardships and sacrifices you endure on behalf of your nation. God bless you.