Taking The Stage
Disbelief and shock shall not allow any soldier calm !
Some seek refuge by reading aloud a relevant psalm.
All wonder how such a conflict could ever take place,
Bitterness of the campaign etched upon every face !
Slaughter released this day will always live in infamy,
Why any principle of humanity forgotten, a mystery !
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So weary, none fathom how they can sustain the fight,
Many driven to utter despair before such a grim sight !
Tomorrow it recommences with a slim chance to live,
As this hell on earth shows it can never easily forgive !
Everything is sacrificed, for prejudice crafted by hate.
Satan has risen, taking the stage so eager to dominate !
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Statue is "Tommy", First World War soldier, in Seaham
near Sunderland.( 1101 )
We will remember all lost to conflict.
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Excellent SIR WATERS!!.....a testament to the fallen...... but this also gave the feel of being there........ the recognition that tomorrow you would be among the dead...... the fear..... impressively conveyed....... through powerful phrasing passionate understanding of the horror involved in war!!........ fist full-o-STARS!!........PINNED!!......well done brother poet!!.....LOVE and ROCKETS!!........T xo. ?✳✴☀
So pleased you felt this hit the mark ! Needed to capture the atmosphere and hopelessness of all out bitter fighting relating to the First World War.
Wishing you the very best as always. :)
The most should be made of peace with values and principles making war less likely. Adopting an approach where one helps another and selfish behaviour is not tolerated means a caring sharing world is created. In this world division and prejudice is replaced by love and concern for fellow travellers in life. We all tread the same path and all need help somewhere along the way !
You do not fight any who help you. A bond between communities/societies makes conflict a remote possibility.
Peace and love.
Wishing you the very best ! :)
Richard, awesome tone and flow, so relevant a theme...you really know how to write poetry that resonates with the masses, you are truly a talent, a wonderful read, my friend...cheers
Thank you for such kind remarks ! :) I really appreciate support from a gifted poet as yourself. I write the way I am happiest and the reader chooses if they like it or not !! :)
Thank you for being there. Take care my friend !
Wishing you the very best as usual !! :)
This is such a captivating piece, Richard, such vivid imagery and a fantastic tribute....I don't live far from Tommy!...I'll be sure to pay him a visit when I'm next in Seaham!!
Lorna x
I went to Sunderland Polytechnic now University to do my degree. I have friends in the North-East and am occasionally up there to visit my old "stomping ground" !! :) Was up there last summer, when I saw this fantastic statue.
Next time I am in the NE I will be sure to visit this remarkable artwork !
Glad you enjoy my poetry and I thank you for taking the time to leave gracious comments ! :)
Warmest wishes.
x
Best wishes to you also. ?
:)
A gripping piece...Words flowed beautifully...A lovely tribute...Well done
Thank you for reading my poetry and giving such support !
Wishing you the very best ! :)
My Brother Poet Richard,
Thank you for your powerful poem, which I will comment on with one of my own.
The "Winds Of War" upon us
The slaughter of the lambs
That lose their lives in battle
In the villages of the damned
.
Satan watches ever closely
His power on the rise
As a brave and noble hero
Takes a bullet tween the eyes
Peace and Love,
Larry xxx
Peace and love to you.
Take care my friend !
:)