Memorial Day Poems

Since there are four branches of the Armed Services, I picked four poems to share which are brought to you from:  http://www.apples4theteacher.com/holidays/memorial-day/kids-poems-rhymes/the-american-hero.html.

Poem Number One:

The American Hero

By Roger Robicheau 

The American Hero always comes through To capture our hearts with a spirit so true Some proudly are soldiers who march in harm’s way Insuring our freedom, courageous they stay While others come forth as civilians so brave Determined in purpose, so steadfast to save We should always keep clear a place in our heart For each has a value beyond precious art Their duty to country will not be surpassed Please honor their courage, for some it’s their last We live in a world which can be hard to bear Thank God for these people, how greatly they care Do ponder new heroes and what they will face And pray for their safety no matter their place Our heritage brings out the best, we all know Our great book of heroes is destined to grow

Poem Number Two:

Purple Heart

By Roger Robicheau 

Each Purple Heart shall always be A part of freedom’s history Hold deep inside a fervent pride For all who gave, the brave who died They showed their best for liberty They stood for us with certainty Their wound of war, their Purple Heart Each dared to care and do their part Some bore a wound which took their life While others lived past war’s honed knife True patriots, they faced their call To keep our nation strong for all Deep scars of war are carried by Those who return, and those who cry Pray for the brave, their loved ones too Thank God for heroes - all of you

Poem Number Three:

Their Courage

By Roger Robicheau 

Their courage deems utmost respect Their mission clear, our way protect It’s sure to each what they must do No give or take, keep freedom true With the grand old flag, they'll unite Whenever they must, march to fight A life we know counts hard on them Without their ranks, hellish problem If our Armed Forces ceased to be How long could we survive as free Let’s well realize the truthful score We need our troops just like before Boils down to this, words to engrave Land of The Free, Due to The Brave God Bless each one for being there Their loved ones too, unending care Hope born from love touches the will Do back them strong, means to fulfill Americans – Who Serve To Give One Nation – Under God We Live

Poem Number Four:

They Keep Us Free

by Roger Robicheau 

In time of need their will is sure American, their freedom pure Protect our life and liberty Unselfishly, they keep us free Each soldier knows what is at stake The risk is grave, there’s no mistake With pride they serve our country strong They face each foe to come along Remember them while in your home Or where you choose to freely roam Don’t take for granted what you see Some left this life, so it could be To God I urge you all to pray For soldier’s brave, to face each day We should be thankful, one and all For those who march to meet each call

Again, thank you to all those folks who are serving or have served in the Armed Forces and their family members.  

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Sandi