SCARS OF WAR
David Winnett, Jr.
Captain, United States Marine Corps (Retired)
So long after the battles are won, the scars will always remain, the marks of a past that was often filled with sacrifice and pain.
The scars that he has may be visible, or just beneath the skin, but nothing can hide the lingering pain he feels from deep within.
The pain endured and years spent, standing lonely in shadows of night.
Or in the glare of a melting sun, on guard and ready to fight.
He’s drawn the line, planted our flag, stood tall in far off lands.
All in the name of freedom, protecting his children and fellow man.
So why you ask, did he give so much, and would he do it again?
Oh yes he replies, in a moment he says, there is no hesitation within.
But though he would jump to serve again, the body defies his will.
For the scars, the pain and the wounds of war are the one thing he can’t kill.
His posture reveals the curves that grow from years of weight and toil, of mountains climbed and brothers lost fighting on enemy soil.
Although he does not stand as tall in stature as he had in his best years of past, he stands taller today in pride and spirit, taller than the greatest ships’ mast.
So when you see this veteran of war who may carry the telltale signs, the scars of war and lingering fears from battles on enemy lines;
Stand straight and give him your best salute, but don’t bow down to him, for the gift he insists he has given you, is that you are equal in freedom to him.
Gordon Duff posted articles on VT from 2008 to 2022. He is a Marine combat veteran of the Vietnam War. A disabled veteran, he worked on veterans and POW issues for decades.
Gordon is an accredited diplomat and is generally accepted as one of the top global intelligence specialists. He manages the world’s largest private intelligence organization and regularly consults with governments challenged by security issues.
Duff has traveled extensively, is published around the world, and is a regular guest on TV and radio in more than “several” countries. He is also a trained chef, wine enthusiast, avid motorcyclist, and gunsmith specializing in historical weapons and restoration. Business experience and interests are in energy and defense technology.
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