You Brave American Soldiers

William and Jacob have been studying poetry the last couple of weeks in school. As their final assignment, they have to write a poem for each type of poetry they have studied. This is one that William wrote last night. He came up with the topic and words in about 20 minutes. When he first read it to me, it brought tears to my eyes.

You Brave American Soldiers

You brave American soldiers,

What love I have for thee

With your rifles on your shoulders

You're there to protect me

Your bravery is outstanding

America salutes you

We will be the last standing

And it's because of you

Off into the battle you ride

For your country you must protect

In these great wars men have died,

So I treat you with respect

Your bravery is outstanding

America salutes you

We will be the last standing

And it's because of you

America stands strong and proud 

For the victories you have won

We praise you and sing loud

For the battle is now done

--William E. Clayton  (age 13)