A Flag’s Declaration: by Doyle Watters

Betsy Ross and George Washington

A Flag’s Declaration

My nickname is Old Glory I’ve existed for over two hundred years.
The Star Spangled Banner described my story well at its creation.
Only I have observed every moment, from beginning to present.
The Boston Massacre marked the first casualty of our revolution.
A witness to blood, death and destruction beyond comprehension.
Duty, honor and country have remained foremost in my existence.
I embrace the wind and enshroud the spirits of those fallen for freedom. 

I am not merely a piece of cloth, I stand for liberty and justice. 

Red, White and Blue are my colors, chosen by my forefathers.
Valor and sacrifice, purity and innocence are woven into my stripes.
Vigilance, perseverance and justice lay deep in my bosom of blue.
Freedom of speech, religion and the press are my birthright.
These principles of the common man can make a nation great. 

My history is very young when compared to others. 

I have seen the brave generations of timeless defenders.
Those willing to sacrifice for a cause they might not be able to realize.
To this day my soldiers continue to overcome adversities at will.
Through suffering and death they pledge utmost loyalty and trust.
With the grave knowledge that war consumes souls and haunts spirits.

Those who carry me into battle best understand the price paid. 

Draping the caskets of my youth, I am aware of freedom’s cost.
Disrespected by world citizens, I fervently offer respite from tyranny.
I shall not waver, for I keep a watchful eye on that which surrounds me.
My strength can not be destroyed for it lies in the hearts of my people.
Peace is all I strive to accomplish, as history continues its march. 

I ask that you honor, respect and be faithful to me in times of uncertainty.

Never be afraid of expressing your love for me openly and willingly.
Think of those that made your freedom a reality, the Veterans of America.
In return I will be a symbol, letting mankind know democracy lives.
I’ll be strong when faced with calamity, offering solidarity for peace.
I am an idea, a physical entity representing hope, opportunity and freedom.

CSM Doyle Watters 

Vietnam Veteran
US Army Retired

Other Articles by Doyle Watters

Sharing the Burden, Vet to Vet

Saving Tears

The Defender

“I am only one, but I am one. I can't do everything, but I can do something. The something I ought to do, I can do, and by the grace of God, I will.” ~Everett Hale


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Old Glory: by Chuck Norris

Chuck Norris Believes in Old Glory

This is reprinted from Inquisitr: July 9, 2014.  Someone emailed it to me.

Chuck Norris: American Flag Haters Prove The U.S. Has ‘Gone Awry’

American flag haters better watch out, because they may have a near-Chuck Norris experience that even death fears. 

Norris is angry that American flags are considered “offensive” by some people in the United States, and when Chuck Norris gets angry… run. After all, this is the man who cuts a knife with hot butter.

In a related report by The Inquisitr, Chuck Norris is upset with President Obama for swapping Bowe Bergdahl for those five Taliban prisoners. The martial arts expert, who thinks he would have been great at MMA and UFC, also believes how American veterans are being treated is disgraceful.

Now it’s well known that if you stare long enough at a 3D photo of an American flag then the image of Chuck Norris appears. This is probably the reason he loves Israel. 

Unfortunately, it appears as if the American flag is under attack from many corners nowadays. One Florida veteran may lose his home due to proudly displaying an American flag in front of his house. 

One man painted a giant American flag on his house in protest after receiving several fines from the city. A shocking poll also found that many liberals and progressives do not consider themselves proud to be an American.

There are even reports that American flags were removed because Muslim communities found them to be “offensive” to their beliefs. 

When the busloads of illegal immigrants were being blocked in California by rallies, it’s claimed that supporters of the illegal aliens burned American flags in protest. 

During the Fourth of July weekend, there was also a rash of thefts involving American flags, and even one flag given to a 9/11 firefighter’s family was stolen.

Like many Americans, Mr. Norris is livid at all this recent news, and he took social media to a nuclear bomb equivalent to put this opinion down:

“Am I missing something? Do you remember the days when Americans not only used to be proud to fly Old Glory, but frowned upon neighbors who did not?

These flag-flying travesties wouldn’t be so tragic if they weren’t becoming so prevalent and symptomatic of an America gone awry from its original mission and founders’ intent.

So, for this July 4, I say we not only fly Old Glory proud and high but also remind our families, friends, co-workers and neighbors exactly why we do.

And what about those who oppose Old Glory’s posting?  

Take your orders and never forget the words of Gen. Douglas MacArthur: ‘I see that the old flagpole still stands. Have our troops hoist the colors to its peak, and let no enemy ever haul them down.’ 

Then don’t hesitate for a moment to place your hand over your heart and say loud and proud for all to hear: ‘I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.’”  --Chuck Norris

Do you agree with Chuck Norris about American flags?



Category: Politics

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