From the great depths. Emerged a story, about a few good men.

They gave everything they had, 

Just so our lives would be, a little bit better. 

Reaching out with there hearts

They helped a small piece of the world to be a better one.

From Cook, Captain to Cadet, sacrifice was shared by all.

Though the years have passed, our memories have not faded.

You are not forgotten in our hearts, minds, and souls. 

Our respect belongs to you the crew of Twenty Nine. 

You are what this nation is all about. 

Sacrificing your lives so we all could have a better one in the end. 

By Rick Pennock for the Rafferty Family and all others who lost a loved one.