A Measure of Respect
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Freedom’s Soldier
Freedom’s Soldier
Be of faith young Soldier, though about you shadows dark descend!
You are not alone -- if for freedom’s sake you bravely risk your end!
And, forget not young Soldier, though a freedom’s sun is sweetest,
there are worldly foes indeed, who curse to steal that light of day!
Take heart young Soldier, if freedom and justice be your treasures,
no man, no tyrant nor even God -- can weigh a sacrifice as cheap!
Be confident young Soldier, that all those of noblest acts and valor,
your Fathers’ fallen friends -- live still -- the ageless rest of
champions.
And, when the longest day is done, if you -- by fortune’s hand remain,
preserve well in faith those who gave, so you could humbly live again!
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Sent to us by Nicole Montgomery.
Fortuna Fortes Juvat! (Fortune Favors the Brave!)
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