In the distance is Stratosphere Tower

which was sketched in outline while hovering above in a balloon basket

and independence

to the historic monuments

American Flag "It is the Soldier" Inspirational Poster - American Image Houston Cougars Posters In the distance is StratosphereIt is the soldier, not the reporter, Who has given us freedom of the press. It is the soldier, not the poet, Who has given us freedom of speech. It is the soldier, not the campus organizer, Who has given us the freedom to demonstrate. It is the soldier, who salutes the flag, Who serves beneath the flag, Whose coffin is draped by the flag, Who allows the protester to burn the flag. Father Denis Edward OBrien , USMC. The beautiful red white and blue,