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In remembrance of fallen friends, family and comrades of the armed forces

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Six soldiers bear a coffin, 
Of a comrade killed in war. 
The Union flag draped over him, 
A hero to us all. 

This soldier killed in battle, 
In a conflict overseas. 
A man who fought for his beliefs, 
While defending you and me. 

To the families of these soldiers, 
Of my thanks I give to you. 
The bravery that they have shown, 
Such courage is shown by few. 

A military burial, a volley of shots, 
Then a flag lifted up from its host. 
And as we lay him down to sleep, 
A bugler then plays the last post. 

God bless you our brave British soldier, 
For this country still owes you a debt. 
You gave up your life for our freedom, 
This ex soldier will never forget. 

.............Rest in peace...............  

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Alexia commented on THE LAST POST....................

11-17-2010

This is amazing! I love it! Beautiful tribute!

TheScarletbard

01/08/2013

Thank you so much

bandit1192 commented on THE LAST POST....................

09-09-2010

Nice tribute to the sacrifice our soldiers give for their countries.

TheScarletbard

09/10/2010

Thank you

If I feel physically as if the top of my head were taken off, I know that is poetry.

Emily Dickinson (1830-1886) American poet.