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Laurence Binyon

“Edith Cavell,” Laurence Binyon

Posted on January 29, 2012 by Victoria Janssen

Edith Cavell She was binding the wounds of her enemies when they came— The lint in her hand unrolled. They battered the door with their rifle-butts, crashed it in: She faced them gentle and bold. They haled her before the … Continue reading →

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Laurence Binyon, "Ypres"

Posted on April 10, 2010 by Victoria Janssen

Ypres She was a city of patience; of proud name, Dimmed by neglecting Time; of beauty and loss; Of acquiescence in the creeping moss. But on a sudden fierce destruction came Tigerishly pouncing: thunderbolt and flame Showered on her streets, … Continue reading →

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