Submitted by: Chanelle Teut

Category: Poetry

Word, thought, and deed have all been freed…
Due to their answer to our country’s need…

Throughout our history wars have come and gone…

The battles have changed as their reasons have to…
Strategies… Weapons… Locations… and Foes…

One constant stands within…
The men and women who followed the call…
Bravery… Selflessness… Honor… and Diligence…

They fought for our country’s protection and liberty…
Their Families… Loved Ones… Each Other… and Strangers…

Somewhere… Sometime… Somehow… One of these heroes fought for you…

One thing for sure I know…
Our freedom to them we do owe.

About the author:

I am a recent graduate from college. I graduated with a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education. I have been a member of my Legion Auxillary for 12 years. I have several family members who have served their country. I want to give back to the community just like the soldiers selflessly have and still do.