by Ryan Elliott | Nov 11, 2009 | Poetry
From the trenches of France, Up the beaches of Normandy, The Falklands and Iraq, Now Afghanistan. The soldiers who fought and are fighting, The soldiers served and are serving, The soldiers who protected and are protecting, The soldiers who died. You deserve every...
by Michaela Turner | Nov 11, 2009 | Poetry
Far away in a war torn land The broken body of a soldier lay dying Amidst the mayhem he hears a voice A voice which is constantly crying “Don’t give up… It’s not your time” Critically injured, he’s barely alive The med team they work long and hard Although he’s...
by Robert Carson | Nov 9, 2009 | Poetry
‘There are no atheists in a foxhole…’ The desert nights could grow so cold. By the River Helmand a prayer was said Some water sprinkled on your head. Though heart and soul you gave to Christ You, too, would pay the soldier’s price. Their happy...
by SA Woods | Nov 9, 2009 | Poetry
The professional procession, of berets and caps in columns; Adorned with feathers, greens, reds and blues; Bearskins or sashes. Arms swings in pride, their troop never forgotten. Memories of the fallen, resolute ,they remain alive. Battle honoured, loyalty eternal,...
by Holly Kernott | Oct 30, 2009 | Poetry
As I lay here safe in my bed, with blankets to warm me and a pillow for my head, listening to the stillness and quietness outside, with no imminent danger, no reason to hide, I say a silent thank you to those serving away who do not encounter so peaceful a day....
