Best Jima Poems

Death
       In War
   Die the Young
     Suribachi
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#One should be cautious in starting a war, but 
once begun, it should be carried out thoroughly#

     #Quote by Hirohito circa...

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Throughout history from time to time, our country has gone to war;
they called upon our brave young men to enlist and join the corps. 
Some...

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MEMORIAL DAY 
June 1, 2015

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To all of you that have ever worn
"THE UNIFORM"
The Uniform of safety and security,
 The Uniform of pride and liberty
THE UNIFORM...

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There have been times in our land
When our nation has had to take a stand.

It first began at Bunker's Hill
Where so many men were then...

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The end of May is coming . . .
  When  the nation celebrates Memorial Day.
  Schools and offices are closed . ....

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We often hear America the 
Beautiful being played 
somewhere…

The Bald Eagle is the national 
symbol of the United States…

There are many monuments 
and memorials that...

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Like Hannibal we crossed the pass and crossed 
   the Alps (okay, the Brynderwyn Hills) 
and a bridge too far on north-west passage.
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You were a soldier with pride
Defending a nation
From forces of evil
You fought on the sands
Of a South Pacific land
You fought for an island
Owned by Japan
Our...

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A majestic Marine
Who was always was there
No other human being
Could possibly compare

No possible word
Could ever truly describe
For every mention of his name
My heart and eyes...

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Since the birth of this nation, we've heard the tramp of boots,
As men marched to the cadence of drums and dulcet flutes.
Soldiers have worn them...

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He is just a memory, a long forgotten hero 
Someone who gave his all before he died 
No one to come home to, no waiting...

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It is so difficult to write about one's beliefs, 
On the Freedoms and Liberty we have.
Throughout our history events are replete,
Of the ones who have...

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What if I put up a blog, or comment about politics.
What if it grates on your soul, in your craw it sticks. 

But you think...

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The day dawned bright and clear,
Crystal drops shimmer on the still air,
An eagle glides on silent wings,
So's not to spoil God's tranquil scene.

The sun's ray...

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