American Soldier

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The battles won; the battles lost Our warriors pay a heavy cost fighting for freedom comes with a price. They stand up to make the sacrifice Gallant, brave lives, men, and woman. Who give it their all till the end. Counting the price, they have to pay For freedoms won for us today Leaving behind their families To become a well-trained soldier, Over foreign lands, and over seas The meek becoming bolder Never leave a fallen comrade They must not be left behind Never give up, pushing through. May Freedom reign for all mankind Faithful and true The RED, WHITE, and BLUE Old Glory over battles flew To all our hero's I thank you!

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Shane Thacker

Date: 1/28/2024 8:32:00 AM

As a fellow poet I found this to be insightful and impressive, as a veteran I found it to be moving. Thank you for sharing this with us, Anna. It's wonderful!

Beata Agustin

Date: 1/28/2024 4:37:00 AM

Thanks for sharing this... exposing your thoughts through your unique poetic style. Meanwhile, I greet you with the love of the Lord, expressed by John 3:16 of the Bible, "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life." Be blessed.

Sara Kendrick

Date: 1/23/2024 1:43:00 PM

Good work here being featured on homepage. Way to go. Yes, the soldiers in our life are wonderful people. Thanks for sharing this one. Sara K

Mahtab Bangalee

Date: 1/21/2024 10:49:00 PM

in the win and defeat of a war, the sad seed of a glorious life is implanted!~ nice to read the poem

Bj Legros Kelley

Date: 10/30/2021 1:29:00 AM

Anna, this is absolutely breathtaking! My dad fought in WWII, and many of my uncles as well. I was so moved by your lovely poem! I lost a second cousin, he was my dad's cousin in WWII. He did give it all. Thank you Anna, so very much. God bless you! Thank you for honoring our heroes with your very precious words <3

Bj Legros Kelley
Date: 1/2/2022 11:50:00 PM

I know a sweet lady who sent packages for years to Marines serving in the military, mostly at Christmas time. I thought that was such a sweet and thoughtful thing for her to do! You honor them with this poem. It is a wonderful thank you <3 ~BJ

Anna Marie Kaianah
Date: 10/30/2021 11:40:00 PM

Thank you BJ! I thank them for serving and God bless!