The Battle
A soldier in battle
Hears the bullets rattle
And is caught in the crossfire
He is draped in the flag
His medals turn to tags
Silent and without desire
Melancholy speaks truth
Eternity meets youth
Before his final salute
Copyright © Joseph May | Year Posted 2013
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