Remberance of Our Veterans

Of all the best, there’s many at rest What matters most, they stood their post They are the brave, they did not waive To those who serve, such honor they deserve Charging from the front line, more troops followed behind Never in the clear, did not cringe facing fear Bravest are they that stood, the wounded fired that could All fought to win, struggling to the bitter end They stood their grounds, amidst the battle sounds Dreadful fight against all odds, valiantly they continued to plod Trudging over rough terrain, advancing ground to gain Only they could tell, what it was like in hell The conditions were cruel, but they fought by the rule Striking the foe with a mighty blow Defending our home lands over sky and sands Courageous they led, preserving our homestead Breathless warriors laid to rest; the remaining begin the quest Feeling weary and distraught from endless time they fought Dense smoke settled low, flickering light by embers glow Our flag was unscathed, road to home now paved. Must not forget what was done, we are proud to have won We give our thanks, to those who served in the ranks They were dependable, most highly commendable, The valiance displayed, their loyalty and value weighed From here or across the sea, they battled for our liberty What liberty has brought, envision what bravery has taught Freedom is not free; no response from the roll call absentee A life they gave, taps sounding beyond their grave