The Ultimate Sacrifice

The Ultimate Sacrifice Arlington’s air was thick with death’s pathos, Grief and pain shared once more in war’s great loss, The great sacrifice of our nation’s brave, Fending off tyranny’s harsh tidal Wave. Horse hooves made a doleful unrhythmic beat, As the caisson moved slowly and discreet, Step by step in Arlington’s protocol, Our flag, the stars and stripes, the casket pall. Lead us, O Christ, to the vict’ry of peace, Help us hatred and revenge never seek, Save us from war from which there is no win, May Thy grace and love reign supreme within. Old Glory waves for all who paid the price, To protect and defend the U S A, We pay tribute to those who gave their lives, Taps declare none have given more than they.