Well..as an old Navy Medic and Buddhist (for last 45 years) I can't say 'God Bless em" especially..but sure can say they are definitely Brothers (and Sisters) to me.
I'd really like it if more Americans could appreciate the stuff that Vets have done for this country for past 2-1/2 centuries. We couldn't say that in open society here..for the past 25 years or so (Viet Nam dysfunction/paranoia..I guess).
Not wanting personal strokes here..just wider appreciation for the military Brothers and Sisters..some of whom made the ultimate sacrifice (some friends)..to ensure that the rest of us could enjoy freedom and personal liberty in America.
Best wishes..
Ichi