The Call Of Duty - Poem by Lucy Burrow

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. (Report)Reply

Excellent poem, with historical insight. liked it very much.Damian (Report)Reply

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.
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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.
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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.
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Among the mud and stench of war
They rest their bones and breathe no more ........ Yes for the sake of the nation. They are the immortals, a nation should never forget. Exquisitely crafted poem. Congrats for being the member's PoD. Thanks for sharing.X (Report)Reply

The role, contribution and sacrifices of young soldiers will always be looked upon with awe and pride:
And without a thought for their own lives
Left mothers, sisters, lovers, wives. (Report)Reply

A very well written poem, rhyming beautifully. Congratulations on poem of the day :) (Report)Reply

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

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 (Report)Reply

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

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

A glowing tribute to soldiers martyred for the protection of the dignity of their motherland. Heartiest Congrats on the poem of the Day. (Report)Reply

very sad tribute to the service people who lost their lives serving their countr (Report)Reply

Very respectful poem with much writing talent on display. Thank you! (Report)Reply

So efficiently transforms from the bravery of the soldier to the futility of his death. As long as there are those who believe that force can be used to subjugate others, there will be a need for brave men and women to rise in defense of those who cannot defend themselves. Let us always be diligent that our strength is used for the good of our brothers and sisters with whom we share this planet. (Report)Reply

A great poem portraying the tragedy of war and lives unnecessarily lost. (Report)Reply

Wonderful poem, all wars are tragedy's of humanity's failings (Report)Reply

They rest their bones and breathe no more.
That's the result of war for a good many... (Report)Reply

Nice poem and well written. Thanks for sharing (Report)Reply