The Veterans

Draw strength, draw strength from those who died Make peace with those who lived For in our memories all survive Their deeds their times outlive For peace they went, for peace they fought Though some would not return Yet with courageous deeds they taught That freedom must be earned Now we in peace and freedom dwell This heaven they bequeath To those who challenged death and fell We dedicate our wreath And though with passing years it seems Their legacy might fail Yet in our blood and in our dreams Their souls are marching still