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The Vietnam Wall Memorial
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I had written this poem when I was 14 years old and had a chance to see the traveling memorial for the first time. The picture was taken as I left the poem with the Wall. May we never forget them.

I am a soldier who served in Vietnam. I never saw home again, nor knew the meaning of calm. Though the war ended, its horrible memories linger on. Our nation still mourns the losses of fathers, brothers and sons. I am just a soldier killed.. Unrecognized is my name. I have a spot on the Wall. A great memorial of pain. We are not forgotten as long as the Wall proudly stands. Though our names may be wearing off by being touched by loved ones’ hands. As long as this memorial stands, we can never forget that we served and died for a Nation and not for Regret. ©October 1993, Lori S. Maynard

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Reviews of "The Vietnam Wall Memorial"

Reviewed by Corrine Ardoin

Reviewed on March 30, 2023

So many names, so many lost, but it is a place where the living may touch upon lives sacrificed, helping us all grieve. Thank you for sharing your poem.

Reviewed by John Domino

Reviewed on January 17, 2009

A tribute to those who served.

God Bless!

John Michael

Reviewed by Gene Williamson

Reviewed on June 18, 2008

Beautifully done, Lori. we can hope that one day
there will no longer be a reason for such a wall.
- gene.

Reviewed by Lois Christensen

Reviewed on May 9, 2008

Soldiers fighting this war now are to be honored just the same.
They deserve it, they are there because they want to serve for our country and not because they have too. I loved this write.

Reviewed by Walter Jones

Reviewed on March 15, 2008

Some live to remember, a soft touch, marble glow in sun and fade as stars cast shadows as does time, so many thoughts your bring with this write, someday.... Thank you Walt

Reviewed by Karla Dorman, The StormSpinner

Reviewed on March 15, 2008

Powerfully moving, Lori - we should never forget. Well done.

(((HGUS))) and love, Karla.

Reviewed by John DeDakis

Reviewed on March 15, 2008

Hi, Lori.... Very moving. The name of one of my friends is on the wall. I invite you to read my short story "The Wren" here on AuthorsDen. It's meant to make the names on the wall be MORE than just names. JD

Reviewed by Darryn Murphy

Reviewed on March 15, 2008

I like It Good poem

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