Upon Hallowed Ground (for those who defend our liberty)

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Magnus

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since 2001-10-10

Posts 14135
South Carolina, USA

0 posted 2004-07-03 12:37 PM

Upon the ground of hallowed walk
a rider stands beside his steed.
In silent reverence his choice
as wounds of courage freely bleed.

His heart, his soul and fortitude
left in droplets of crimson flow.
His life ebbing slowly away
for time is short, he now must know.

Thousands came in liberty’s name
and shed more blood than ever seen.
A revolution’s warring game
On hallowed grounds, peaceful, serene.

They fought for freedom and their lives
on bloodied lands once wild and free.
Until one man standing survives
as shadows walk for liberty.

A generation gave their all
as many fell to cold hard ground.
Killed from leaden hot round ball
as cannons echoed their resound.

And as our flag does feel the breeze
of winds that tell of freedom’s choice
I’ll take one moment on bended knees
to thank these souls in humbled voice.

passing shadows
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since 1999-08-26

Posts 45577
displaced

1 posted 2004-07-03 12:47 PM

and I will be on bended knee also, giving thanks

Amen.

Barry, an excellent write.

Enchantress
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since 2001-08-14

Posts 35113
Canada eh.

2 posted 2004-07-03 12:50 PM

"And as our flag does feel the breeze
of winds that tell of freedom’s choice
I’ll take one moment on bended knees
to thank these souls in humbled voice."

Excellent write Barry.
Have a safe and happy Fourth!
~Smiles & Hugs, Nancy~

iliana
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since 2003-12-05

Posts 13434
USA

3 posted 2004-07-03 02:39 PM

Ah, Barry -- I am so glad we have reminders like this about the price that was paid for our liberties. Have you ever seen a movie called, "Revolution?" I think Al Pacino has the lead role. A great movie if you haven't seen it -- perfect for the 4th of July. Your poem reminded me of scenes from the movie. Much appreciated words! ....jo

Susan
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since 2004-03-27

Posts 5104
walking the surreal

4 posted 2004-07-03 02:43 PM

In reverent appreciation of the truth of love-- that others might beneift from their sacrifice. Fine words of honor.

Susan

Happiness isn't something that happens to you, it's created from within you. Joy is a state of mind.

Ericc
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since 2003-01-31

Posts 4178

5 posted 2004-07-03 03:12 PM

Wow...great tribute!

Eric

Paul Wilson

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since 2002-07-07

Posts 4711
United States

6 posted 2004-07-03 10:03 PM

Barry...A wonderful tribute. Enjoyed very much.I'm with you on bended knee to honor and pray they return safely to their loved one's...Paul

~~To share my poems with you is to share my heart with you~~
Paul

LeeJ
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since 2003-06-19

Posts 13296

7 posted 2004-07-06 02:55 PM

Hi Barry, this entire poem spoke with sheer signficance, but especially liked...

Thousands came in liberty’s name
and shed more blood than ever seen.
A revolution’s warring game
On hallowed grounds, peaceful, serene.

We just found out that they are going to recall 5,200 more men for Iraq. My son's only been inactive from the reserves for two years?

I wonder my friend, what causes such wars, in each generation?

Tara Simms Hall
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since 2001-11-07

Posts 87
South Carolina

8 posted 2004-07-09 03:49 PM

This was amazing.

Kevo
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since 2004-06-02

Posts 466
Navarro County, Texas, USA

9 posted 2004-07-10 03:18 AM

Barry,

You know, my brother in arms, that I could not let this one get by without replying. I had some computer trouble so it took some doing to get back here. This was such an inspiring piece. I absorbed every splendid, honorable word you placed. It is such a fitting tribute to our forefathers. We are cut from the same thread you and I. Of course there is no real calling for this genre of poetry, much to my chagrin. It, like other war inspired poems I have had the privelege of reading, is charged with such historical importance and with such vital imagery that it leaves me speechless. How disappointing it is to battle such a resistance to this type of writing when it is perhaps one of the most inspiring and important topics to write about. This speaks to me more than you know. It's a keeper for sure and worthy of print in the finest of books. I would have liked to have seen this one carved in some granite shrine somewhere in D.C. All of my respect and solidarity to you, always.

Your poetic friend,

Kevin

EagleOne
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since 2000-03-07

Posts 2829
Between a laugh and a tear...

10 posted 2004-07-10 05:36 AM

Well Said!

"A spring shower was cause to run
Until you twirled me in the rain" ~ BDC

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