The Battle of Fredricksburg
Contest Entry (173 Words)50 total reviews
Comment from Ricky1024
Famous Battle.
The Battle of Trenton was too.
There's a famous picture of George Washington on one knee in prayer
Washington lost more than he won.
But he won the major ones.
Funny, I'm from New Jersey and I know very little.
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I live on Tuckerton and there is across called, "Radio Road"
Something to do with warnings.
Well done!
Happy New year.
Ricky
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Famous Battle.
The Battle of Trenton was too.
There's a famous picture of George Washington on one knee in prayer
Washington lost more than he won.
But he won the major ones.
Funny, I'm from New Jersey and I know very little.
...
I live on Tuckerton and there is across called, "Radio Road"
Something to do with warnings.
Well done!
Happy New year.
Ricky
Comment Written 01-Jan-2020
Comment from nomi338
The greatest shame of all was brother dying at the hand of brother in support of yet another man claiming the right to enslave a fellow brother. Of course it is impossible to calculate the loss of the potential that might have derived from all the casualties that perished unnecessarily on the battle field.
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The greatest shame of all was brother dying at the hand of brother in support of yet another man claiming the right to enslave a fellow brother. Of course it is impossible to calculate the loss of the potential that might have derived from all the casualties that perished unnecessarily on the battle field.
Comment Written 04-Dec-2019
Comment from Jeffrey L. Michaux
This is creative, beautifully crafted and presented, and very well thought out. You've captured that battle beautifully with very colorful and descriptive wording. The scene is painted skillfully and with precision in your pen. I thoroughly enjoyed this well written work. I can easily see why this is a winner. You deserved it. Great job and very well done! Congratulations!
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This is creative, beautifully crafted and presented, and very well thought out. You've captured that battle beautifully with very colorful and descriptive wording. The scene is painted skillfully and with precision in your pen. I thoroughly enjoyed this well written work. I can easily see why this is a winner. You deserved it. Great job and very well done! Congratulations!
Comment Written 04-Dec-2019
Comment from Robert Zimmerman
Hello M. Since I am partial to metric poetry that rhymes I like the formatting and style of your poem. Being also a student of history I appreciate the presentation of the battle and its consequence. Z
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Hello M. Since I am partial to metric poetry that rhymes I like the formatting and style of your poem. Being also a student of history I appreciate the presentation of the battle and its consequence. Z
Comment Written 03-Dec-2019
Comment from Brenda Elizabeth Rose
I can certainly see why this poem won the contest. The words just seem to flow and rhyme so well. I like the explanation at the end of the poem. And the last line summed up why the Battle was fought. The beginning of the civil rights movement. Well done. Thank you for sharing this amazing poem with us. Blessings. ~Brenda
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I can certainly see why this poem won the contest. The words just seem to flow and rhyme so well. I like the explanation at the end of the poem. And the last line summed up why the Battle was fought. The beginning of the civil rights movement. Well done. Thank you for sharing this amazing poem with us. Blessings. ~Brenda
Comment Written 03-Dec-2019
Comment from Bill Schott
This poem, The Battle of Fredericksburg, takes the readers back to a time we may see again, when a nation torn in half goes to war to settle who we are.
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This poem, The Battle of Fredericksburg, takes the readers back to a time we may see again, when a nation torn in half goes to war to settle who we are.
Comment Written 03-Dec-2019
Comment from BeasPeas
This is an excellent poem, Monica. Well thought out, rhymed, and described. Unfortunately, I don't think history is taught in schools any more and many of our historical monuments, whether looked upon favorably or not, have been destroyed. As they say if we don't remember our history, we are doomed to repeat it. Marilyn
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This is an excellent poem, Monica. Well thought out, rhymed, and described. Unfortunately, I don't think history is taught in schools any more and many of our historical monuments, whether looked upon favorably or not, have been destroyed. As they say if we don't remember our history, we are doomed to repeat it. Marilyn
Comment Written 02-Dec-2019
Comment from Therese Caron
Your poem really brings the Battle to life. I've always been fascinated by the Civil War, with the brother against brother description. And they didn't have sophisticated weapons, so I would imagine they died slower and more agonizing deaths. Bringing it back at the time of its anniversary is an excellent idea. The image you chose really complements your work. Poem itself is wonderful, rhymes beautifully, great choice of words, and makes an impact. Beautiful job.
Terry C.
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Your poem really brings the Battle to life. I've always been fascinated by the Civil War, with the brother against brother description. And they didn't have sophisticated weapons, so I would imagine they died slower and more agonizing deaths. Bringing it back at the time of its anniversary is an excellent idea. The image you chose really complements your work. Poem itself is wonderful, rhymes beautifully, great choice of words, and makes an impact. Beautiful job.
Terry C.
Comment Written 02-Dec-2019
Comment from Sharon Haiste
Well done.
Your well rhymed verse tells the story of battle very well.
It's easy to see why this was a contest winner.
Thank you for sharing this important piece with us.
Sharon
reply by the author on 02-Dec-2019
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Well done.
Your well rhymed verse tells the story of battle very well.
It's easy to see why this was a contest winner.
Thank you for sharing this important piece with us.
Sharon
Comment Written 02-Dec-2019
reply by the author on 02-Dec-2019
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Thank you so much, Sharon. Your time and kind encouragement are greatly appreciated.
Comment from rjuselius
this is a definite winner dear Monica! i love the depiction of the battle and the rhythm and rhyme are spot on.
thank you dear friend for sharing!
blessings and a humongous hug-it-out hug!
rebekkaxxx
reply by the author on 02-Dec-2019
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this is a definite winner dear Monica! i love the depiction of the battle and the rhythm and rhyme are spot on.
thank you dear friend for sharing!
blessings and a humongous hug-it-out hug!
rebekkaxxx
Comment Written 02-Dec-2019
reply by the author on 02-Dec-2019
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Thank you vey much for the lovely words of support and feedback. I appreciate both your time and your kindness.