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Started by KARDIAK KID, July 01, 2014, 02:50:20 PM

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KARDIAK KID

July 01, 2014, 02:50:20 PM
HAD A 100% RIFLEMAN SUCCESS RATE, WELL, WE ONLY HAD ONE SHOOTER. THE SHOOTER WAS AN APPLESEED RETURNEE, HE CLEARED THE MORNING RED COAT, SHOWING UP SOME INSTRUCTORS SHOOTING WITH HIM.
Dusty old helmet, rusty old gun,
They sit in the corner and wait –
Two souvenirs of the Second World War
That have withstood the time, and the hate.
Many times I've wanted to ask them –
And now that we're here all alone,
Relics all three of a long ago war –
Where has freedom gone?
Mute witness to a time of much trouble,
Where kill or be killed was the law –
Were these implements used with high honor?
What was the glory they saw?
Freedom flies in your heart like an eagle.
Let it soar with the winds high above
Among the spirits of soldiers now sleeping,
Guard it with care and with love.
I salute my old friends in the corner.
I agree with all they have said –
And if the moment of truth comes tomorrow,
I'll be free, or By God, I'll be dead!
Audie Murphy

cdavidhord

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July 02, 2014, 10:36:57 AM
I remember this young man and his father from our December Ramseur Appleseed.  Its a memorable day when one becomes a Rifleman.  The skills you've honed are the result of education, discipline, consistency, perfect practice, and the desire to attain a goal.  These skills are invaluable and will be with you your entire life!  Congratulations, and remember the sacrifices of those which gave us our liberty.
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