Flag Covered Box - A Tribute to Our Fallen Heroes and the Ones They Left Behind

On 2 April 2006, 22 year-old Marine Corporal Brian R. St. Germain, along with four other Marines lost their lives while serving their country in Iraq. These Marines, along with the thousands upon thousands of other service men and women, whom over the years have given their lives to preserve the freedom we so often take for granted!

Let us never forget these dedicated men and women! Let us also remember the ones they left behind, all of whom have endured, or who still remain to suffer the pain of losing a father, mother, son, daughter, husband, wife, friend, or fiancé.

Brian was an exceptional young man with a passion to serve his country. He was serving his second tour in Iraq when he lost his life. Brians father is a friend of mine and I can only imagine the grief he must feel at the loss of his son! The thought of such a loss inspired me to write this song, not only for Brian and his family and friends, but for all the military veterans whom have given their lives, as well as for all those left behind who must wait to be reunited with their loved ones in God's eternal care!

Words and Music by
Billy Spencer, Mark Colburn, and Charlie Lavallee

Performed by
Billy Spencer, Mark Colburn, and Charlie Lavallee

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[Mrcanadianmonarchist]

Very touching tribute.

Thank you to all the brave men and women of the US, and Can, Armed Forces!

[TheSpencer28]

Thank You! Mrcanadianmonarchist. I just got back from Toronto. Beautiful city! Peace

[TunesNorth]

Very moving video and song, nice job.

Thank you for posting.

A Proud US Navy Veteran!

*****

[TheSpencer28]

Thanks TunesNorth! This song is for all the family and friends of American service personnel that have served their country with honor...I know I have! Peace!

[TheSpencer28]

Thanks observerking: greeting from Rhode Island! Chesty Puller could't have said it better.  Semper Fi!

[The671army]

I'm from Guam which surprisingly was in the vid. and I can't wait to enlist in the beloved Corps hooorrrahhhhh and thank you fallen heroes. And nice vid

[marinesarelife1]

Semper Fi Marine

Stand your post at Heavens gates with pride

OORAH

[kinney1331]

This is a great song and it really touches my heart. Thank you for remembering the fallen. I was with Brian in Iraq, he was a great Marine and friend who is forever in my heart. God Bless

[observerking]

God bless the United States Marines.

Love from your Canadian brothers.

[NJADATD]

Outstanding work... the song touches each and every one of us who have love ones protecting our country. Once you see our American flag draping the box, you know they gave it there all.... THANKS !