Mass Casualties Author Caught on Tape

Michael Anthony, author of the book "Mass Casualties" reads a poem about being an American Soldier.

CHECK OUT the book at: http://www.amazon.com/Mass-Casualties-Medics-Deception-Dishonor/dp/1440501831...


When I say... "I am an American Soldier"
I'm not shouting, I'm better than you.
I'm whispering, I was a boy, and now I find myself a man.

When I say... "I am an American Soldier"
I don't speak only of this with pride...I'm also confessing, that I stumble and make mistakes and need competent leadership to help guide me, so I, in turn can be a competent leader.

When I say... "I am an American Soldier"
I'm not trying to be strong...I'm professing that I am weak and need the strength of my peers and country to help me carry on.

When I say... "I am an American Soldier"
I'm not bragging of past successes
I'm admitting I have failed in the past
admitted the mistakes and tried to right the wrongs.

When I say... "I am an American Soldier"
I'm not claiming to be perfect,
My flaws are far too visible
But my country needs me, and I soldier on.

When I say... "I am an American Soldier"
I can still feel the sting of pain, from seeing those that I care about die, while we fight for those that we love
I have my share of heartaches
So I call upon the American People to help guide our soldiers home

When I say... "I am an American Soldier"
I'm not better than thou,
I'm just a simple man
Who was called upon by his country to fight


(Inspired by a Carol Wimmer poem)

By: Michael Anthony

Author of: Mass Casualties: A Young Medic's True Story of Death, Deception, and Dishonor in Iraq

Go To: http://www.MassCasualties.com/
About Michael Anthony: http://masscasualties.com/about-michael/
About Mass Casualties: http://masscasualties.com/books/mass-casualties/

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[RememberPaulRevere]

This poem brought tears to my eyes!

I would only add to this wonderful poem----"And a government that appreciates the hardship I endure and NEVER turns its back on me when I'm asked to give all."

[danyasaiyshe]

I have a son who is 25 years old and his best friend is a Marine. Every day I passed his house, I had to stop and check in.  I cried knowing that my son could be him and the heartache his must must go through every day wondering if she would see him again.

Every time I see someone in uniform it brings tears to my eyes & I have to thank them for my freedom and their sacrifices. My kids get embarrassed but it is important that know that they are appreciated and that what they do matters to me.

[MassCasualties]

@TheCommonManUSA Glad to hear you enjoyed it, man. Shoot me an email on my website and we'll talk more.

[ictparag]

Oh , This poem touches my hear deeply

[darkgray101]

Wow, I feel you there man,,awesome!

[keringkerontang7]

thanks for sharing

[jahid201088]

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[jakil111]

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[jahid201088]

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[james42087]

This is really a nice poem. It is hearttouching and I enjoyed the poem. Thanks for sharing.

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[pinkmathews77]

Enjoyed your video. I am not American but I really admire you for your great sacrifice for your country. May God be with you.