On Veteran’s Day, we fly the flag,

At full staff, proud and free.

A symbol of our country,

For all the world to see.

We fly it high, for those who serve,

And for those, who have served before.

To protect our nation and way of life,

In peacetime and in war.

They come from every walk of life,

Every gender, race and creed.

And they put their private lives on hold,

To serve our country’s need.

They put their bodies and lives at risk,

So that we might be protected.

They deserve much more than just our thanks,

They deserve to be respected.

Most veterans served our nation well,

Then returned, as they expected.

But some came home, with special needs,

Which must not be neglected.

Some came home, in coffins draped,

With the flag that they had served.

To a military funeral,

And

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