For our mates
I saw the shooting star burning so bright
Falling, falling, fading and soon from sight
So distant and yet so near
In its wake, a soldier’s journey so very clear
Duty, sharing, caring, courage and sometimes fear
No longer a mortal in life’s short race
A contented spirit bound for home somewhere in distant space
This fiery trail I saw tonight marks a warrior’s farewell
Leaving behind another legacy of proud deeds to tell
George Mansford©April 2012
Another great poem from the Regiment’s poet laureate, Brigadier “Warry George” Mansford AM (retd), in tribute to all departed warriors. Duty First George and thanks for keeping their spirit alive.