Patriotic PoemsHere you'll find free patriotic poems and military poems, including Veterans Day poems, an Armed Forces Day poem, a Flag Day poem, a Memorial Day poem, a Fourth of July poem, a Soldier's Prayer and general patriotic poems. There is also an I Miss You poem, for those whose loved ones are in the military. Patriotic poetry can refer what's happening right now. The following patriotic verse is geared to that. They hate all but their own. They give their lives to kill us, To scatter our blood and bone. Whether woman, man or child; Their minds are full of fury; Their sickness has gone wild. Is their one and only goal; Terror is their method; They want complete control. And we could not let it be; We gave our lives for freedom, For the world, and for you and me. Helping victims far and near, To keep the world from chaos, To protect what we hold dear. That gives with its whole heart, And asks so very little; We always do our part. To subdue our newest foe, Whatever we must do, Wherever we must go. That America is blessed With people who are heroes, Who meet each and every test. please see our Terms of Use for permission details. Veterans Day PoemsPatriotic poems should always include Veteran's Day poems. When you use the following Veterans Day poems for greetings to veterans, for Veterans Day events, for printing on Veterans Day programs, etc., please be sure to include somewhere on the card or program "By Joanna Fuchs, www.poemsource.com." If you read them aloud and there is no program, please be sure to say, "This poem is by Joanna Fuchs at www.poemsource.com." Here is a patriotic poem in the category of Veteran's Day poems. Veterans day poems should include all veterans, living and dead. This Veterans Day poem could be used as a Veteran's Day greeting. Soldiers who protect our nation. For their service as our warriors, They deserve our admiration. Some were volunteers; For some it was just yesterday; For some it’s been many years; On land or on the sea, They did whatever was assigned To produce a victory. They defended us everywhere. Some saw combat; some rode a desk; All of them did their share. For low pay and little glory, These soldiers gave up normal lives, For duties mundane and gory. Don’t let politics get in the way. Without them, freedom would have died; What they did, we can’t repay. Who kept us safe from terror, So when we see a uniform, Let’s say "thank you" to every wearer. There are two soldier Christmas poems on the Christmas Poems page.Veteran's Day poetry is by far the most popular of all the patriotic poems, so I have written several Veteran's Day poems. This Veteran's Day poem is a Veterans Day tribute. A Veteran's Day Tribute These brave ones raised a hand; No hesitation held them back; They were proud to take a stand. They gave up normal life; To serve their country and their God, They plowed into the strife. On strange and foreign shores; Some lost new friends; some lost their lives In long and brutal wars. To support the ones who fought; Their country had requirements for The essential skills they brought. The noble and the brave, The ones still with us here today, And those who rest in a grave. They’re a cut above the rest; Let’s give the honor that is due To our country’s very best. Veteran's Day always falls on November 11, no exceptions. In addition to the patriotic poems here, let's find out some facts about the origin and history of Veterans Day: In 1919, President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed November 11 as Armistice Day to commemorate the end of World War I. The end of the war happened at the 11th hour, of the 11th day, of the 11th month, so that's why November 11 was chosen. Congress changed the name to Veterans Day in 1954. Veterans Day, a legal holiday in the U.S., honors all who have served in the nation’s armed forces, whether they are living or dead. Patriotic poems that are Veterans Day poems should always be complimentary to our veterans. In the past, some veterans have not been honored for their service the way they should have been. The decision to go to war and to stay in a war accrues to politicians, not to our men and women in the armed forces. This Veteran's day poem reminds us to thank those in uniform for what they did for our country. Someone who serves us all, Doing military duty, Answering their country’s call, For protecting what you hold dear; Tell them you are proud of them; Make it very clear. Give a smile, and say, "Thanks for what you’re doing; To keep us safe in the USA!" Patriotic poems should always have a positive tone. This Veterans Day poem is full of uplifting sentiment. A Veteran's Day Tribute They earn the title "veteran," and more; They earn our deep respect and admiration; That they are special no one can ignore. The list is long of all the things they gave; Our veterans are extraordinary people; They’re loyal, dedicated, true and brave. They showed us they could handle any storm. We owe our freedoms and our very lives To our veterans, who served in uniform. They’re exceptional; no other group compares. We’re grateful for the many things they’ve done; They’re always in our hearts and in our prayers. Let no one ever question what they’re worth. These men and women served us and our country; Our veterans--the very best on earth. Veterans Day PrayerPatriotic poems can be in free verse (not rhyming). Many people are searching for Veterans Day prayers, so I wrote this free verse patriotic poem as a Veteran's Day prayer that asks God to bless our veterans. A Veteran’s Day Prayer Today we honor our veterans, worthy men and women who gave their best when they were called upon to serve and protect their country. We pray that you will bless them, Lord, for their unselfish service in the continual struggle to preserve our freedoms, our safety, and our country’s heritage, for all of us. Bless them abundantly for the hardships they faced, for the sacrifices they made, for their many different contributions to America’s victories over tyranny and oppression. We respect them, we thank them, we honor them, we are proud of them, and we pray that you will watch over these special people and bless them with peace and happiness. In Jesus’ name we pray; Amen. Patriotic poems can send supportive messages to those in the military. This patriotic poem is an I Miss You poem for spouses, sweethearts and parents of those who are serving in the military. This missing you poem would certainly be welcome for those who are far from home. If your loved one is not in combat, you could change "fighting" to "serving" in the last line. I miss you late at night, But I know what you are doing Is good and just and right. I hope that you can see I’m proud of you for serving Our country, God, and me. I won’t miss you anymore, But I’ll always admire your courage For fighting in this war. Armed Forces Day PoemPatriotic poems can celebrate patriotic holidays. Here's a patriotic poem that is an Armed Forces Day poem. The men and women who serve, Whose dedication to our country Does not falter, halt or swerve. They’re ready to do what’s right To keep America safe, So we can sleep better at night. Whose hardships are brutal and cruel, Whose discipline we can’t imagine, Who follow each order and rule. And their helpers good and true; They’re fighting for American values; They’re fighting for me and you. Memorial Day PoemsAny group of patriotic poems would not be complete without Memorial Day poems. Memorial Day honors those who have died in the service of their country, while Veteran's Day honors all those who served, whether alive or dead. This patriotic poem is about Memorial Day. A Memorial Day Poem Each and every year To honor those who gave their lives Defending what we hold dear. Their graves prove and remind us, Our brave Americans gave their all To put danger far behind us. Fighting for the American way; We admire them and respect them On every Memorial Day. This patriotic poem is intended as a free verse Memorial Day poem, although it could be used as a general military poem or even a Veteran's Day poem. should be a message of honor, respect and love: "In loving memory of one who loved his country, who fought against evil to preserve what is right and true and good. In loving memory of one who is a cut above the rest of us, who had the surpassing courage, the uncommon strength, to do whatever had to be done, persevering through hardship and pain. In loving memory of one who was brave enough to give his life, his all, so that those he cared about would remain safe and free. In loving memory of a unique and treasured soldier who will never be forgotten." Click here Flag Day PoemPatriotic poems can celebrate patriotic icons, such as the American flag. This patriotic poem is a Flag Day poem for Flag Day, which occurs in June. A Flag Day Poem Of what Americans treasure; It represents the values We cherish beyond measure. For legal equality, For Constitutional rights, And justice for you and me. The courage it takes to fight And even give our lives For what we know is right. We quickly help those in need; When there’s a need for service, Americans take the lead. Representing the American way; Our hearts swell with emotion, When we see it ripple and sway. Independence Day/4th of July poemPatriotic poems about Independence Day are popular. Joanna wrote this patriotic poem for a poetry contest in connection with the U.S. Bicentennial in 1976. It took third place. It's a fourth of July poem. Or, it's a 4th of July poem, or July 4 poem, or Independence Day poem. Whatever you call it, the Fourth of July celebrates the U.S. Declaration of Independence from Great Britain. As I spoke with love and pride: "I’m blessed to be an American," I said, To two friends who stood by my side. He's a citizen, like me. The other, a visitor from a hard, oppressed land, Far across the sea. Said my neighbor, boiling mad. "The terrible shape this country’s in, The future looks nothing but bad. On our land like a giant stain." My visitor said, "We have all that, and worse, But it’s against the law to complain." Then he started in on the Press: "There’s nothing but bad news; the headlines are bleak." (It gets me down, too, I confess.) "It’s just how you’d like to be. We know what our government wants us to know; Our press is controlled, you see." And here is the end to my story: The next time we saw him, he was out in his yard, Proudly raising Old Glory. Patriotic poetry often includes soldier poems. This patriotic poem is a military poem that beseeches God for help. In this hostile, brutal place; Let me draw peace and comfort From Your restful, sweet embrace. To uphold what is right; Give me strength and courage Each day and every night. To You in heaven above; Protect me with Your power, And sustain me with Your love. This 8 1/4 by 11 inch, 258-page paperback contains more than 500 poems we wrote for Poemsource.com. Patriotic poems include war poems. Tens of thousands of people type the words War Poems into their search engine each month. I doubt they are looking for antiwar poems or peace poems, so I wrote this "war is necessary" war poem for them. And profit from each bomb and plane, No one wants war; we all want peace. "Bring them home!" people complain. We'll get together and negotiate; With diplomacy, we'll calm them down; With loving hearts we'll end the hate. That demented tyrants want it all. No talk, no love will change their minds. Only war will cause their fall. Total power was their goal. Saddam Hussein, Amin, and more, Ignored the talk, and gained control. With viciousness, they kill their own. So we send our soldiers off to hell To keep freedom as our cornerstone. To show us just how far they'll go? Will we acquiesce to terrorists, These devils, the lowest of the low? So while pundits chatter and discuss, We'll use our might to take them out, To keep the thugs from killing us. If you found a poem you like |