They were going to die. They knew it, and their last words were I love you. Even in great pain, their last words were of love… People who could have saved themselves and they ran back in to save others instead. If humanity is capable of that, how can I
Tag: last words
During my three years in Vietnam, I certainly heard plenty of last words by dying American footsoldiers. Not one of them, however, had illusions that he had somehow accomplished something worthwhile in the process of making the Supreme Sacrifice.
I only regret that I have but one life to lose for my country.
How is the Empire?
I realize that patriotism is not enough. I must have no hatred or bitterness towards anyone.
Put out the light.
So little done–so much to do.
I have tried so hard to do the right.