Honor For The Brave

I don't recall my death, just remember the screams,
dodging gunfire for real, not in heroic dreams.

I hope they remember me, I did what I thought was right,
It was on their behalf I took up this fight.

Honor in death, I gave to the cause,
All I ask in return is a remembered pause.

Many suffered my fate, to their homes they never returned,
Embrace from a loved one, is what I truly yearn.

You can forget my face, but please know my name,
I did this for freedom, not for any fame.

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"Dedicated to all those who gave their all, responding to freedom's call".
Happy Veteran's Day 2012.

I never met you, but miss you "Woody" Duffy. Died with honor at the "Battle of the Bulge", World War II.