FORGOTTEN HEROES
There have been many wars
..and many young men did fall.
While countless scores
Answered their country's call.
Young, strong, with ambition instilled,
Proud of their nation.
They raised their right hand, and promised
To do their best, no matter the occasion.
Farmers sons, those from the city,
Rich and poor, yet alike, somehow.
Called into a battle of indecision,
Their leaders disavowed
Needless death, sacrifice given
..yet they continued bravely on.
Trying to appease the living
While at the same time, feeling alone.
The unsung heroes of our past
Dissension and humility lost.
The bravest of brave they have been cast
For fighting the unknown cause.
The love for God kept them no doubt
Enlisted in loyalty for their nation.
Some went for days living without
A clean sip of water or warm ration.
My heart goes out to my friend’s wife
When at the tender age of eighteen he was called.
A leader of men when he lost his life,
There was comfort in knowing he gave his all.
I remember well the grief of his family,
Their pride in their son's allegiance.
Now they go to visit the Wall in his memory
That came much too late to sooth the grievance.
My heart is also touched by family too,
My brother, so young to be devastated.
The horrors he had to face,
Remain with him still, so many years later.
The bravery of all including my mate,
Too young acquainted with the angel of death
Of comrades and friends who shared his days,
Whose loss left his heart bereft.
On Memorial Day of every year
Let's remember and honor their fight
Even though the reason was never quite clear.
They deserve honor, it's their right!!
Written by Shirley Barr
May 25, 2005
Below is part of 6 walls we have in our county which hold
our service men with names & titles of heroes. From the
period of WW1 through each of our wars. Some made it home,
and some didn't, but all are heroes in our eyes.
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