THE STORY: Several months ago, a friend who had lost his son-in-law in Iraq, called and asked that a song of comfort be composed for his daughter and three grandchildren. The task was not an easy one, but after several months a song emerged. It is hoped that it will serve as a tribute to great men such as Captain Shull and also serve as a comfort to their families. Special thanks go to the Jay Anderson family for their inspiration and insight.

Army Captain James A. Shull was killed in Baghdad in November 2003 while serving with the First Armored Division. He leaves a wife and three children.

At his memorial, Lt. Col. George Geczy of the 3rd Brigade Combat Team said of Captain Shull: "We gather today to pay tribute to the memory of a Soldier, son, husband, father and Christian who has died in the service of his country...James was able to operate in chaos, a leader that could keep his mind and body calm in the confusion of war and make decisions effectively...These are the special soldiers of combat...James was a special human being. His sacrifice was for freedom and he will not be forgotten."

- A.K. Wright

LYRICS:
I joined with patriots to fight,
And stand for a cause that is right,
To shout to the world freedom's cry,
And give to all a home where Eagles Fly.

We gave our lives so you could see
That justice only comes thru LIBERTY,
When men live with no fear,
And hold their fam'iles near,
And mount up on high as Eagles Fly.

As on Eagle's Wings,
We will rise with the strength freedom brings,
In lands where man can safely walk each day,
And have the right to bow his head and pray.

Please do not weep because I'm gone.
I'm in another place where life goes on.
I hope that you will understand
This cause for which we took a stand:
And to you I'm always near,
Please do no fear.

As on EAGLE'S WINGS,
Oh, rise up with strength FREEDOM brings.
And all the memories we cherished then,
May they live on 'til we meet again,
High on EAGLE'S WINGS.

Music by: A.K. Wright
Words by: A.K. Wright & James F. Wright
Dedicated to the memory of
Army Captain James A. Shull
Performed by: James F. Wright
Arranged by: Greg Hansen

Thanks to Greg Hansen for Arrangement and Keyboard, and Michael Dowdle for Guitar. Thanks to Singer James F. Wright, his brother Edward A. Wright, and numberous others who provided input and advice.

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