You are a Marine . . .
one of the few,
one of the proud,
one of the true!
A leader . . .
a believer,
a focused achiever,
of the highest caliber!
Molded by The Code . . .
encouraged to be all you can
be,
for only when forged in steel,
can you represent your hallowed
destiny!
You are a special breed . . .
are respectful of all people,
a protector of all freedom,
and always his brother's keeper!
Duty, honor, country, Corps .
. .
those aren't just idle words
to you,
for if you are cut wide open,
you only bleed red, white and
blue!
You are tested and tried . .
.
character shaped in rock and
mud,
dignity won by word and deed,
loyalty and brotherhood written
in blood!
Your chest swells at the sight
of the flag . . .
you stand tall and proud above
the rest
you are an elite group,
you are the best of the best!
You honor those who have come
before . . .
for those who risked all to
hold the flag high,
for those who have cared for
your wounded,
and for those who had to say
good-bye!
Once a brother, always a brother
. . .
what is born in battle, cannot
be broken -
when Marines stand together
in final review
one heart beats and not a word
need be spoken!
So return our salute - accept
our respect . . .
greet our gratitude in your
humble manner,
bask in our deep admiration
and let us forever wave your
banner!
For we know that without you,
we would or could not be . .
. . . . . . .
because of your unyielding sacrifices
YOU are what keeps us free! |