I Am Known As Old Glory
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I wrote this poem to honor our Country, Military, Veterans, Fallen Heroes and my 20 years in the Army. I am also a Vietnam Veteran. I want to thank all Veterans for their service regardless of what branch of the military they were in and when and where they served.
I am a banner that stands for hope and freedom,
I've been around for over 200 years,
I am the flag of the United States of America,
I am known as Old Glory.
I can be seen flying atop tall buildings,
I've passed in review to honor our Military,
Our Veterans and our Fallen Heroes,
I am a recognized symbol of liberty.
If I'm flown alongside the flags of other nations
I get respect by being flown a little higher,
My colors are red, white, and blue,
Which stand for virtue, innocence, valor,
Vigilance, perseverance and justice.
I've been in every battle from
Gettysburg, the beaches of Normandy,
Korea, Vietnam and the Persian Gulf,
I will not let any global foe deter me.
I've watched our heroes go into battle,
I've seen their bodies lying on the battlefields,
They gave their lives for the cause of freedom,
So we may maintain our democracy.
I am the flag of the United States of America,
I am a symbol of what America stands for,
Our Nation has persevered over the years,
By putting its faith and trust in Almighty God.
Copyright © Don Pettinelli | Year Posted 2017
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