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Ol' Glory!

U.S. Joint Services Commandos annihilate the Viet Cong!

57 total reviews 
Comment from Ogden
Excellent
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Congratulations on your victory, Bill!
Having experienced the horrors and gung ho spirit of our fighters in the Viet Nam war, your poem convincingly expressed what you felt and witnessed, with unique authenticity.
(Thank you for your dedication!)
I'm out of sixers.
Don

Don

 Comment Written 09-May-2020


reply by the author on 09-May-2020
    A "SALUTE," Don! On the sixers, just send me an IOU. Thanks for the congratulations and review, my dear friend. Have an awesome weekend and God Bless. Respectfully, Bill.
reply by Ogden on 09-May-2020
    You're very welcome, Bill. I appreciate what you did!
    Don
Comment from smileycloud
Excellent
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a strong good solid poem
the rules of the contest is well met with your form and rhyme etc
but the most well done is the gut wrenching heartfelt honour your poem spills out
blessings
have a smiley day

 Comment Written 09-May-2020


reply by the author on 09-May-2020
    A "SALUTE." my dear friend! Thanks for the awesome review, kind words and taking time to review my work. Wishing you a great weekend. If you voted for my winning poem--a 2nd "SALUTE!" Keep smiling and God Bless. Respectfully with Admiration, Bill
Comment from Jeffrey Ford
Excellent
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I think that you wrote a beautiful poem. I can't imagine how difficult and terrifying the Vietnam War was. The poem is a great tribute to Cathy and the bravery you showed of surviving the war. Thank you for sharing this poem!

 Comment Written 09-May-2020


reply by the author on 09-May-2020
    Greetings Jeffrey,
    The contest is over. A "SALUTE" if you voted for me! God Bless. Bill
Comment from The_Boy_Whodunnit
Excellent
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This is a great entry to the contest. I can see why it has done so well. Not only is it well written with carefully chosen words, but it has such depth and emotion.

 Comment Written 09-May-2020


reply by the author on 09-May-2020
    Greetings, my friend!
    As you know, the contest is over. A "SALUTE" too you on your entry! God Bless. Bill
Comment from angel123
Exceptional
This work has reached the exceptional level

Your rhyming poem flows and rhymes well with an interesting message about war and country, love, and family. It is well-written and well-received. It reads like a chapter out of a book. Like Farewell to Arms. Your artwork choice is powerful and it enhances your message. Best wishes!

 Comment Written 09-May-2020


reply by the author on 09-May-2020
    Greetings, my dear friend!
    As you know, the contest has ended. A "SALUTE" if you voted for me, or a "SALUTE" for this "Exceptional Review!" Best wishes and God Bless. Bill
Comment from Amanda Louise Davis
Good
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I could sense the feelings and action in this. I really liked it. Thanks also for your service. It is appreciated. Keep writing. This was exciting to read.

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 Comment Written 08-May-2020


reply by the author on 08-May-2020
    Greetings, Amanda!
    With only words of high praise, why only 4 stars? Comments for improvement, okay? Thanks for reviewing and God Bless. Respectfully, Bill.
Comment from Raffaelina Lowcock
Excellent
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It is right to remind us of that horrible war and what the conditions were that the men and women, fighting, had to endure. I could never fathom the tortuous conditions that these soldiers were sent to face. It was a monstrous war! Many questions still unanswered.

 Comment Written 08-May-2020


reply by the author on 08-May-2020
    A "SALUTE," Raffaelina! Thanks for your support and God Bless. Respectfully with Admiration, Bill.
Comment from judiverse
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Beautiful work, commando, and it got my vote in the contest. You really express the feelings of this soldier. Your use of sounds adds color and sense of urgency. The narrator has to focus on the battle as well as his thoughts of wife and child. Great stanza encouraging the men to give their all and the will win. Excellent rhyme in this, including your use of internal rhyme like "side by side with tons of pride." Although the war wasn't popular back home, the soldiers did their best and deserved to be honored. judi

 Comment Written 08-May-2020


reply by the author on 08-May-2020
    A "Salute," Judi!" Thanks for the vote and God Bless. Respectfully with Admiration, Bill
Comment from Boogienights
Excellent
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Excellent. It gave me a real feeling of war raging, and the emotional thoughts that go through a soldiers mind. We owe a debt to all who fought in all the wars throughout our history...in defense of our country.

 Comment Written 08-May-2020


reply by the author on 08-May-2020
    A "SALUTE," my dear friend! Thanks for the excellent review, kind words and taking time to read my work. All of which are an honor. Best wishes for an awesome weekend and God Bless. Respectfully with Admiration, Bill.
reply by Boogienights on 08-May-2020
reply by the author on 08-May-2020
    Did you say anything on your reply? If so, my computer did not show it. Bill
Comment from dejohnsrld (Debbie)
Excellent
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This is a lovely poem, my friend. I can't believe how many guidelines there are for this contest. Best wishes. Take care and stay safe, my friend~Debbie

 Comment Written 08-May-2020


reply by the author on 08-May-2020
    And you are a lovely lady, my friend. Hi, Debbie! Great hearing from you. Thanks for excellent review, kind words and taking time to read my work. All of which are an honor. Yes, many guidelines; yet, JanyyPan(Jan) is an awesome sponsor! Best wishes for an awesome weekend and God Bless. Respectfully with admiration, Bill.