[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 169 (Thursday, November 20, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2351]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


         ``FOR THOSE WHO HAVE FALLEN''--A NATIONAL TRIBUTE SONG

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                            HON. MARK GREEN

                              of wisconsin

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, November 19, 2003

  Mr. GREEN of Wisconsin. Mr. Speaker, today before this house I would 
like to recognize ``For Those Who Have Fallen,'' a national tribute 
song written by Tonia Barnes (Arpke) of Clyman, Wisconsin. At a time 
when our brave men and women in uniform are fighting to protect freedom 
and democracy in the Middle East, it is important for citizens across 
the country to support their efforts, and remember America's fallen 
heroes who have secured peace in battles past. This song is an eloquent 
tribute to all those who sacrificed for our nation, and it is with 
great honor that I submit the following lyrics for the Record.

     Working in an office or on the beat
     Looking from a window, from a city street
     The heart of a stranger giving his all
     Doing what he can when he got the call.

     America hold your head up high
     The Eagle is still the pride of the sky
     She shed many tears today
     And spread her wings as if to say.

     For those who have fallen
     I will never forget
     The sacrifice you've given
     When the face of God you met
     For those who have fallen
     I will never forget.

     Searching through all the rubble
     Knowing that lives are on the line
     Hands that never get tired
     Paws, though bloody, never whine.

     A strong shoulder to lean on
     An ear listening to the horrible tale
     America will keep on living
     And our pride will always prevail.

     For those who have fallen
     I will never forget
     The sacrifice you've given
     When the face of God you met
     For those who have fallen
     I will never forget.

     For those who have fallen
     I will never forget
     The sacrifice you've given
     When the face of God you met
     For those who have fallen
     I will never forget.

     For those who have fallen
     I will never forget
     The sacrifice you've given
     When the face of God you met
     For those who have fallen
     I will never forget.

     For those who have fallen
     I will never forget.

     

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