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Victor D. Lopez
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Registration date : 2012-02-01
Location : New York

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PostSubject: Death of a Quiet Soldier   Death of a Quiet Soldier EmptySat Feb 04, 2012 8:30 am

Behind enemy lines you gave your life,
The risks you knew and embraced willingly,
Red, black and green berets fought by your side,
And brought your body back to family.

Later in a ritual of their own,
They would name a field airport in your name,
And honor you, your brothers, far from home,
Their memory now your eternal flame.

I do not know your rank, your name, your face,
I only know that I am in your debt,
Who for your family can take your place?
Our debt to them we must never forget.

The freedom I enjoy comes thanks to you,
And all who serve with honor, proud and true.

From Of Pain and Ecstasy: Collected Poems (C) 2011 Victor D. Lopez
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