When Red and Blue Made Purple
A Tribute to Ophir James Ballard, Sr., by MaryBeth Hall “For Thou hast girded me with strength unto the battle...” – Psalm 18:39 “My God and Savior Jesus Christ brought me through.” – OJB In a time when America needs heroes – Who sacrifice to fight truth’s foes, Who stand and live for what is right, And hold high God’s Law and light – I remember my Grandad Ballard, A champion of justice 1 and of valor. He fought many a World War II battle, And red and blue made purple.