In Flanders Fields
In Flanders fields the poppies blow
Between the crosses, row on row,
That mark our place; and in the sky
The larks, still bravely singing, fly
Scarce heard amid the guns below.
We are the Dead. Short days ago
We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow,
Loved and were loved, and now we lie
In Flanders fields.
Take up our quarrel with the foe:
To you from failing hands we throw
The torch; be yours to hold it high.
If ye break faith with us who die
We shall not sleep, though poppies grow
In Flanders fields.
by John McCrae, 1919
Perhaps the most touching song for this day in The Band Played Waltzing Matilda. It was written by an Australian but is sung by Canadian, John McDermott, in this clip. I think it will will touch you, if the song is new to you, or even if it isn't.
Thank you for that song. I didn't know it, but it sure did touch me!
ReplyDeleteI knew the poem but not the song. Both heartrending for sure....
ReplyDeleteIt is more than a song in Australia. It is a national anthem, sung whenever Aussies are gathered and feel nationalistic.
ReplyDeleteI was tempted to post "There Will Always be an England" or "Land of Hope and Glory" but I thought my English heritage might show too much :)
As a matter of principle, I never play the songs that make me cry, unless it's about romance. That is how i keep my youthful approach to life.
ReplyDeleteI love this song, I have always loved John McDermott's songs. Hope you all had a good day...big hugs
ReplyDeleteWaltzing Matilda is one of my very favourite ear worms. I It will be in my head for days now :-)
ReplyDeleteThe red was a nice touch, John. I was not familiar with the song, but enjoyed the rendition.
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