In memory of our Heroes
One of our 'band of brothers' has written a poem in honour of the members of the Armed Forces. If his words move you then please go along to the
Help for Heroes website and make a donation of whatever you can.
The Colours Stand fast stand fast, your head laid bare, Take heed the ringing bell. Pay your dues to those brave few Who for their country fell.
No questions asked, no dissent broached, They gave their best so willing, And proved this Crown and Sceptred Isle Is worthy of the Shilling.
They, the cream of a nation's age, Who we called to perform, Did uncomplaining march to war And perish in the storm.
And yet now times seem trouble-free And conflict far away, The brasses on our gratitude Show tarnish and decay.
How quick forgot their gallantry, The bloodshed and the loss, As tales of splendid bravery Soon lose their modish gloss.
And while our leaders dredge for sludge And question choices made, The soldier stands his thankless watch; Still ready, though betrayed.
So be grateful for the backbone The Services provide. Those lions that safeguard our shores And bear the flag with pride.
No capricious musing, nor Hollow fashion trend Will ever weaken their resolve The Colours never bend. R.R. Jones Nov. 09
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More about the author
Reg Jones, a proud Welshman, served in the Army when he was younger and now lives and works in Germany. He has finished his first novel,
Division of the Damned, which is awaiting publishing, and is working on his second one.