ODE TO THE FLAG



Our Nation's Flag is a stirring sight As it flutters proudly in the breeze Its colors of blue, red and white Mean so much to you and me Red stands for courage and hardiness The white means innocence and purity Blue for justice, perserverance and vigilance In its promise to keep us free.

This banner stands for a bountiful land, Its government, people, and ideals, The stripes from the thirteen colonies stand, Its symbolism is very real. Each State now is represented By a star of white on blue President Washington first presented The American Flag to You.

Many brave men have fought and died To protect it from dishonor and disgrace. Wives have mourned and mothers have cried So we could remain...the United States. The sight of this Banner brings feeling of joy, Of courage, pride and freedom to all. A symbol of our nation in all it's glory, On the moon Old Glory stands tall.

By Linda Sheehan Cunningham
COPYRIGHT 1970 & 1996

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