Leave No Man Behind

The Lyrics of a song written by Iris Harden & Thomas Brooks http://www.survivingyellowrain.blogspot.com/

Leave No Man Behind Not just soldiers, but real heroes - in real heroes you will find For only one or for a million - as the stars forever shine They both paint a picture - they leave no man behind I'm sure it broke their hearts to leave their families But these soldier's call to duty was to keep this nation free Someone's son, someone's father, someone's husband, now they're gone Gone but not forgotten, for real heroes, they live on Jumped into the line of fire, gave all they had to give For it was their heart's desire to see their comrades live A question of their honor, they upheld the Warrior Code The truest of real heroes, for they carried the load From the battlefield, in the frigid cold Strength and pride revealed, as their story was told Don't give up the fight, let real colors shine through Ol Glory, stars and stripes, the red, the white, the blue (Spoken Word) Looking eye to eye Seeing heart to heart They all know We're all coming back We leave no man behind

"We were honored to write this song in memory of Sgt. Bradley Crose and others who died while trying rescue their comrades. Bradley was only 22 years old, deeply religious and kind-hearted. He proudly served his country and paid the ultimate price in the name of freedom. We were able to give a copy of this tribute song to his mother. She should be very proud. Sgt. Bradley Crose was and will always be a real hero. Never forget the sacrifice. We Leave No Man Behind".

Bradley Crose was my Cousin. Although I never met him.....He is Family.
A simple Google search of his name will lead you to hours of information about him, his life, his Ranger Brothers, and proud parents.
Bradley had to be quite a Man to inspire songs and books. I know he inspires me even now!

I write this as we prepare to honor, and lay to rest yet another Hero today.
Bradley is on my mind each time I stand a flag-line with the Patriot Guard Riders.

Thank You Bradley! RLTW