Patriotism is not short, frenzied outbursts of
emotion, but the tranquil and steady dedication of a lifetime.
I believe our flag is more than just cloth and
ink. It is a universally recognized symbol that stands for liberty, and
freedom. It is the history of our nation, and it's marked by the blood of those
who died defending it.
The brave die
never, though they sleep in dust, their courage nerves a thousand living men.