The French Paratroopers Prayer

"The French Paratroopers Prayer"
"Priere des Parachutistes"

God, give me what you have left
Give what no one else ever requests
I am not asking you for rest, or tranquillity
Neither that of the soul, nor the body
I am not asking for wealth, nor success, or even health
You are asked for all of these so often
That you must have none left.
Give me, God, what you have left
Give me what no one else wants
I seek insecurity and disquiet
I seek torment and combat
And God, give them to me indefinitely
That I am sure to have them always
Because I won't always have the courage to ask you.
Give me, God, what you have left
Give me what others don't want
But also give me courage, strength and faith

-Translation of a part of "Priere des Parachutistes"
Written by Andre Zirnheld, Para Officer,
KIA in Lybia on July, 17th 1942...