United They Stand

All uniquely uniform, yet
Rivalries often exist,
More often than not, keeping with
Years of tradition over barroom brews.

Neanderthal-like diatribes
About the other's capabilities or worth.
Volatile exchanges replete with
Yelling of drunken logic.

More often (than not)
Another round purchased to
Reward a blow well-placed.
Insistent that the competition was
Never prepared for brute
Excellence.

Camaraderie and brotherhood
Organized in such a fashion that others
Rarely experience or will ever understand.
Pacts made, promises kept...
"Semper fidelis!"-- the leatherneck warriors' cry.

All for one, and one for all...
Individuals making solidarity and duty the choice,
Rare alliances formed with strangers who become family.

Friendships forged across service lines, they
Open their hearts and souls to all who wear a uniform,
Regardless of color, gender or rank.
Committed to serving a common purpose, and
Exemplifying true leadership for others to follow.

United, they
Stand together,
All for freedom.