
Canadian Battlefields and Other Poems
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Canadian Battlefields and Other Poems is a collection of poems by John Richardson Wilkinson that commemorates the valour and sacrifice of Canadian soldiers who fought in various wars prior to 1899. The poems are a tribute to the courage and heroism of these soldiers, and they also serve as a reminder of the tragic cost of war. Wilkinson's poems are a valuable historical record of Canada's military history, and they offer a unique perspective on the human experience of war. The poems in Canadian Battlefields and Other Poems are written in a variety of styles, from traditional ballads to more modern free verse. However, they all share a common theme of patriotism and love of country. Wilkinson's poems are full of vivid descriptions of battle scenes, and they capture the emotions of the soldiers who fought in them. The poems are also a testament to the power of memory, and they serve to keep the memory of these soldiers alive. Canadian Battlefields and Other Poems is an important historical record of Canadian soldiers participating in wars prior to 1899. The poems are a tribute to the courage and heroism of these soldiers, and they also serve as a reminder of the tragic cost of war. Wilkinson's poems are a valuable historical record of Canada's military history, and they offer a unique perspective on the human experience of war.Book Details
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