Vignette-Through the Glass Ceiling

Lee bridged the race divide
when prejudice had nowhere to hide-
Riding a mustang in the sky
His deeds gave bigotry the lie,
sterotyping his,to defy.

Tribute to Lt-Colonel Lee Archer (1919-2010) WW2 fighter pilot and VP of General Foods who 
died this past week
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

Poem

Post Comments

Poetrysoup is an environment of encouragement and growth so only provide specific positive comments that indicate what you appreciate about the poem. Negative comments will result your account being banned.

Please Login to post a comment

Smith-Johnsen Avatar
February 20, 2010 at 4:06 AM
He sounds like a real winner...a loving spirit. Very nice tribute, Brian. Sincerely, Dane Ann
Richards Avatar
February 19, 2010 at 10:14 AM
What a fine tribute! Well done, Brian! ~ Carrie
Get a Premium Membership
Turn off ads, get more exposure for your poetry, and get more features with a Premium Membership.
Book: Diverse Voices: The Poetry of Human Rights and the Pursuit of Peace