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In Loving Memory of Spc David J. Babineau, PFC Kristian Menchaca,
and PFC Thomas L. Tucker. Eternal Leave Granted June 16, 2006
THREE SCREAMING EAGLES
The Eagles are screaming for justice today,
"Down with the enemy that took our sons away!"
Their talons reach far as beaks turn to steel,
Majestic wings will rain fire on the evil that kills.
"Old Glory" waves strong o'er the "Land of the Free",
Her colors won't run 'though today her heart grieves.
Carefully she'll be placed across three of her own,
The Flag of America will accompany them home.
Lady Liberty shudders and heaves a great sigh,
Her tears silently fall as an airplane passes by.
On board are our Heroes who've paid the high cost,
She lifts her torch higher in salute of our loss.
In America's heartland we'll clasp family's hands,
We all say a prayer for blood spilled in the sand.
Heads are bowed lower and eyes shut so tight,
"God, how we grieve for the brave ones who fight.
Send down your Angels to those left behind,
Give warmth to their hearts and peace for their minds.
In faith may we walk and in hope we'll believe,
You opened Your Arms and set their souls free.
A long bugle echoes "Taps" as a plane touches down,
Our final respects paid as they're placed in hallowed ground.
"Old Glory" is lowered, at half mast she'll fly,
As three Screaming Eagles valiantly soar high.
©Copyright June 21, 2006 by Lynn Price
Tony, My youngest nephew serves in Ar Ramadi. He has seen much violence since he deployed back in October. After the recent tragedies, he came online to tell us a story. Seems he and some of his unit were ordered to take a 2 day R&R just north of this checkpoint. They were either en-route to or en-route back and passed through this checkpoint. He remembers seeing the three Soldiers who were murdered but didn't know them. He was sick when he heard what happened. He said he could just picture those ''''''' (can't say the word) lying in wait for the convoy to go through to do their evil work. In memory of those 3 Heroes, I have composed a poem, aptly entitled, "Three Screaming Eagles", as they were 101st Airborne. If you don't mind, and it's ok, would you put it on the site? I'll be sending the
families each a copy.
Lynn: June 22, 2006
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Traditional Country Music Hall of Fame singer/songwriter Tommy Riddle has recorded an album to support our troops. titled "Three Screaming Eagles". The album includes Lynn Price's poem (above) after which the album is named. Tommy and Lynn's father served on the same ship during WWII.
To order a CD , book personal appearances, or Radio stations wanting a copy, contact Tommy via his website located at www.tommyriddle.com or by email direct to Tommy Riddle
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