The Call Of Duty Poem by Lucy Burrow

Very nice. I especially like the last two lines: Among the mud and stench of war They rest their bones and breathe no more. Congrats on having it chosen as poem of the day!

a truthful poem of living and dying in a world of endless dutiful woes? .......................well penned.

Till Fate delivered Judgement Day Among the mud and stench of war..: An amazingly drafted poem is shared and we wish you all the best. This is nice to see your poem here as the poem of the day. Congratulations! ..10

Congrats for being picked twice... Great Tribute to the brave fighters for peace.... a perfect 10++++++

I like this poem, reminding me of brave men and women defending my land, for whom there is not even a specific grave. congratulations.

Insightful and lofty verse embellished in poetic rhyme and rhythm. Poignant rendition set aside for sober reflection. Thanks for sharing Lucy and do remain enriched.

Excellent poem, with historical insight. liked it very much.Damian

These were children, barely men Set to fight a foe, and then Return to fight another day Till Fate delivered Judgement Day Among the mud and stench of war Beautiful. 10

A cause each one believed was right And without a thought for their own lives Left mothers, sisters, lovers, wives. These were children, barely men Set to fight a foe, and then Return to fight another day Till Fate delivered Judgement Day Beautiful poem dear poet. Thanks for sharing. 10

These were children, barely men Set to fight a foe, and then Return to fight another day Till Fate delivered Judgement Day Nicely penned poem. 10