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"Defenders of the Nation" is a tribute to the brave men and women who serve in the United States Armed Forces. It aims to honor the dedication, courage, and sacrifice of members from each branch – the Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, Space Force, and Coast Guard. The poem celebrates their commitment to protecting our country and upholding the values of freedom and liberty. I hope this poem serves as a small token of gratitude to all those who defend our nation.

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US Army I'm a soldier, on the ground I stand A defender of the land, throughout the land I march through the mud, I climb the steep hill My strength is tested, my spirit is still. We are the defenders, the guardians of our land United in purpose, hand in hand We'll fight for freedom, till the very end Our loyalty's unwavering, our resolve will transcend. US Marine Corps I'm a Marine, forged in the fires of war A warrior spirit, forevermore I charge into battle, with courage and might A force to be reckoned with, a fearsome sight. We are the defenders, the guardians of our land United in purpose, hand in hand We'll fight for freedom, till the very end Our loyalty's unwavering, our resolve will transcend. US Navy Yo, I'm a sailor, born to roam the sea From the deck of a ship, I'm wild and free I face the tempest, brave the stormy night A guardian of the ocean, a beacon of light. We are the defenders, the guardians of our land United in purpose, hand in hand We'll fight for freedom, till the very end Our loyalty's unwavering, our resolve will transcend. US Air Force I'm an Airman, soaring through the sky A master of technology, I'll reach for the sky With precision strikes, I'll strike from afar A guardian of the heavens, a shining star. We are the defenders, the guardians of our land United in purpose, hand in hand We'll fight for freedom, till the very end Our loyalty's unwavering, our resolve will transcend. US Space Force I'm a Guardian, securing the cosmic domain A protector of our interests, a force to maintain I defend our nation, from threats above A sentinel of space, a symbol of love. We are the defenders, the guardians of our land United in purpose, hand in hand We'll fight for freedom, till the very end Our loyalty's unwavering, our resolve will transcend. US Coast Guard I'm a Coast Guardsman, on the sea I patrol A protector of our shores, both big and small I rescue the lost, I fight the sea's might A force for good, day and night. We are the defenders, the guardians of our land United in purpose, hand in hand We'll fight for freedom, till the very end Our loyalty's unwavering, our resolve will transcend.

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Date: 2/19/2025 3:03:00 PM
Very well said, Joel. Thank you for this splendid tribute to our military. I served 30 years in the Air Force from Jul '48 to Aug '78 and it was a privilege and honor to do so - Bob Hinshaw
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Joel Hawksley
Date: 2/20/2025 10:55:00 AM
Thank you for your service. Freedom is not free, and your commitment has paved the way for people like me to serve in the Army for 15 years, from 1985 to 2000. I'm glad you enjoyed my poem. I will have to read more of your poems as well.
Date: 2/19/2025 8:10:00 AM
Well said Joel. I served in the USAF from 1972-1976 so thank you.
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Joel Hawksley
Date: 2/21/2025 10:22:00 AM
Thank you for your service.

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