I am no patriot by birth
I wear no sword or uniform
But I know the truth
When shown to me
Our freedom came
From the men at Normandy
The lives they gave
Helped save the world
But their sacrifice was not for free
If not for them
We'd disappear
Spied on and lied to
By those who'd rule with fear
We know these truths
Are self-evident
From Omaha Beach
To Afghanistan
But when the walls begin to crack
Stand by your neighbor
Be sure to guard his back
© RDBrooks, 2013
Dedicated to the men and women of all nations who fight for our freedoms.
