Today is a day of remembering those who gave all so we could have the freedom we have in this country, and no matter what you think about the way things are going politically right now (did I mention political posts are pretty much a no-go here too? No? Consider it mentioned) those in the military follow orders, even if it means great sacrifice.
Those of us who served did not always agree with what we were told to do. Those who died in the service of this country didn't either. My dad didn't. My great grandfather didn't. My son is in the Navy. He doesn't. But we followed orders anyway, and many still do.
Because today is a day of remembering, maybe it's time to look at your character in your current WIP. Have they lost someone who matters to them? Who do they remember with love and fondness? Who do they wish they could forget? Make those things a part of your story, and watch the power unlocked in your characters.