His Heroism

They asked the old soldier to talk about his heroism…
explain that medal on his chest.
“It wasn’t that I was brave.” he said,
“just a little less frightened than the rest.”
Copyright © | Year Posted 2018

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November 11, 2018 at 7:24 AM
The humbleness of the soldier comes shining through this sweet tribute, Jim. Well-done and timely.
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