Off to war, went two young men one named Jack,
and the other Ben. Jack was strong a fierce fighting man,
where Ben was weak and always ran. Jack would cover him,
when the going got rough, but poor old Ben could never get tough.
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Well Done. One of my favorate subjects. War is a fertle field for the things that are important. Gary
Well Done. One of my favorate subjects. War is a fertle field for the things that are important. Gary
What a wonderful friendship. In life and in death these two young soldiers were inseparable. This is a very inspiring poem. I am very moved by it. Love, Sandra
What a sad.......yet beautiful poem Sylvia. True friendship! I feel so bad for those men that are sent off to war.....the memories they must live with. Wonderful write. Sincerely, Mary
You have shown much passion in this.I'm not for war but understand release of feeling contained.You have such a tallent Sylvia.Love Duncan
Wow, Sylvia, what a beautiful composure of reflecting a strong true friendship in poetic form. You have managed to compose a complete story into a beautiful poem for your readers to savor. Impressive and I would not change a thing as the message is so needed for many to see that a sound friendship can and does have a forever bonding between two great friends. Wonderful Poem Sylvia. I just love to come and read your poems as they are such a reading pleasure and the benefit is that I now have another keepsake treasure. Your Number One Reading Fan, Mickey Pig Knuckles :)
Another piece of heart-touching brilliance.