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The poem “Glory to the Departed” is a reflective poem by Max Burchett on the theme of freedom and the sacrifices of those who have fought to secure and maintain freedom. The poem is told from the voice of one who has died in the cause of freedom and is sending a message to those left behind. This warrior preserving freedom asks to be remembered as a someone who sacrificed for others. The poem ends with “Glory to the bravehearted, Glory to the departed” as a tribute to the courage and heroism of those who have fought and died for us all in the cause of freedom and liberty.

Glory To the Departed, Max Burchett

Glory to the Departed
by Maxwell "Max" Sebastian Burchett

I had to be free.
Now I am gone,
But remember me 
So freedom goes on.

Not an easy road to take.
Hope there’s another way for you.
Pray it is not your fate
To die for freedom’s cause, too.

Some are called upon
To suffer for all, to be free
So that life goes on,
Finally in peace and liberty, let it be.

No greater love for a friend,
Think of that if you think of me.
For you all, my life had to end.
All people have to be free.

Glory to the bravehearted!
Glory to the departed!


Photography by Robert Pender

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Eve Roper August 27, 2023 at 9:00 AM Well written write. So many have passed away for our country sake. But, they are very proud men and women for doing it. I should know my husband of 20 years Vietnam Vet. A Son 6 years in the Navy in the Persian Gulf War, and the other in the Airforce in the same war. Things went on they didn't like , but are very proud they were there and survived. Max Burchett August 28, 2023 at 8:50 PM Thank you for your comments, Eve. I appreciate those. And a big thanks to your family for all of your service. As in the poem, it's not an easy road to take. I'm glad that they all survived. Best to you there, Max