The Soldier Who Never Turned His Back

Another vintage toast from another vintage source, this little one is in honor of my friend, the soldier, and all others like him.


"May the brave soldier who never turned his back to the enemy, never have a friend turn his back to him."

~The Social Toastmaster (1841)


While this language may have been fashionable in 1841, it doesn't seem to roll off my tongue too well, and I can only imagine myself butchering this toast while actually drinking. So below is another version, which I plan to commit to memory, it being easier for me.


"Here's to the brave soldier who never turns his back to the enemy!
And to us: may we never turn our backs to him!"

~Erik Behind the Bar


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