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Two of Thousands

By JoyceGale Sep 22, 2014

This very poignant poem was written by Joyce Gale, and is a tribute to the two uncles who, died on the battlefields of France.

Two of Thousands

There are two brothers I did not know
Who grew together
Played together
Went to school together
Worked together
Fought in a war together
And died together
On the battlefields in France.
Their graves are one of many in Calais
Separated by a mile or two.
They yearned for
Peace together
A family together
Share sorrow together
Share jokes together
To retire together.
But the uncles I never knew
Died for the land we have now.
For you and me.
I feel now at this moment, that I know them.

Joyce Gale © 2000-2015

About the author

JoyceGale
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I am married to Dave 54 years. I write poetry and prayers, embroidary, and used to paint in oils. I like watching the birds from my window. and sometimes enjoy a bit of cooking. My husband likes to bake cakes.
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