Memorial Day

Friday, May 23rd, 2008

When those who have given their lives for freedom of this country are honored, a poem is usually read.
 
“The muffled drum’s sad roll has beat
The soldier’s last tattoo;
No more on life’s parade shall meet
That brave and fallen few,
On Fame’s eternal camping ground
Their silent tents are spread;
And glory guards with solemn round
The bivouac of the dead.”
 
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