The Soldier

As they lowered the casket into that grave they all retold stories of the mighty and brave. 
Upon his chest adorn the bronze of twenty men that still live on. Thanks to the bravery of a 
single man our flag still fly's and lady liberty still stands.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2014

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June 14, 2016 at 6:11 PM
BARBARA, nicely penned. Enjoyed reading your thoughts and words today. **SKAT**
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March 3, 2014 at 10:57 PM
No more drama Barbara... I love it... Nicely written... Verlena
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