By: John Tucker

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This poem is written for all servicemen/women serving in

Afghanistan – no matter what Nationality…

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British forces, in a foreign land;

Fighting every day!

Striving against – an ‘Unseen’ enemy;

That kills – then melts away.

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How can a ‘War’ like this be won?

Lives’ – are lost in vain.

Is it not time – to end insanity?

And bring them home again!!!

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How many more ‘Brave young Men’ must die?

In a war that can’t be won.

How many ‘inconsolable Mothers’….

Will grieve for ‘Beloved Sons’ ?

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Why do ‘Political Minds’ not see;

What’s obvious, to you and me?

For I don‘t know of anyone;

Who thinks this ‘Battle’ can be won.

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Politicians must bear the ‘Shame’…

Our courageous troops are not to blame!

Their ‘Bravery’ for all to see.

On that – I’m sure we all agree!!!