I Heard America Call My Name
Contest Entry: Dialogue Poem: America - WWII91 total reviews
Comment from AF Engineer
Mrs. KT:
What a profound and sobering way to enlighten us with your thoughts.
I was moved by this piece, as I served in the Air Force. Although I was never subjected to that of what you speak, the story rings well and the meaning runs deep.
Although I've been scribbling for years, I'm very new to actually writing poetry and have a great deal to learn. My worldwide travels though have given me such wonderful experiences I wish to share with others, that I can't help but put it into words!
Best Wishes, I look forward to reading more of your work!
Humbling Thoughts,
David
reply by the author on 05-Sep-2008
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Mrs. KT:
What a profound and sobering way to enlighten us with your thoughts.
I was moved by this piece, as I served in the Air Force. Although I was never subjected to that of what you speak, the story rings well and the meaning runs deep.
Although I've been scribbling for years, I'm very new to actually writing poetry and have a great deal to learn. My worldwide travels though have given me such wonderful experiences I wish to share with others, that I can't help but put it into words!
Best Wishes, I look forward to reading more of your work!
Humbling Thoughts,
David
Comment Written 05-Sep-2008
reply by the author on 05-Sep-2008
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Hello! Much appreciation, David. The American serviceman in this offering is loosely based upon the experiences of my uncle, Sargent William Kenel who experienced all that is related here, but did not perish in Cabanatuan Prison; rather, he was killed by a missile from an American submarine whose commander and staff could not decipher that the hellship he was on was a POW ship. My uncle and 1700+ servicemen were chained in the holds of the ship; there was no way to escape when the missile hit. All perished in the China Sea. I chronicle that experience and the effects it had on my father's family in the poem "What Price Courage?" Do stop by again! And welcome! diane
Comment from pbrprasad
This writing reflect the poem of different mental stage of a soldiers who faught war with Japanese.Cruality of the second world war is explained here .Prisoner of war ,concentration camp,atom bomb,etc .this ultimatly gave the message NO WAR.NO WAR. The same message which I gave in my poem
"You should not start the war"
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reply by the author on 05-Sep-2008
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This writing reflect the poem of different mental stage of a soldiers who faught war with Japanese.Cruality of the second world war is explained here .Prisoner of war ,concentration camp,atom bomb,etc .this ultimatly gave the message NO WAR.NO WAR. The same message which I gave in my poem
"You should not start the war"
This rating does not count towards story rating or author rank.
The highest and the lowest rating are not included in calculations.
Comment Written 05-Sep-2008
reply by the author on 05-Sep-2008
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Thank you for stopping by. I will take the time to read your offering soon. There is no mention of the Atom Bomb in this offering. Please share with me what "needs improvement" as that is what your rating indicates. diane
Comment from Scribbelini
Fine piece of work here. I wish I still had six stars, Beautifully written. It slows well and keeps the intrest, Terrible times and terrible things were done, Beautifully written.
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2008
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Fine piece of work here. I wish I still had six stars, Beautifully written. It slows well and keeps the intrest, Terrible times and terrible things were done, Beautifully written.
Comment Written 05-Sep-2008
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2008
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Hello! So pleased you enjoyed. Thank you for your kind review...diane
Comment from SunlitWhisper
very powerful with a powerful ending the imagery is fantastic. Made my hair stand on end at times. Excellent and all that's left to say is Good luck with the entry.
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2008
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very powerful with a powerful ending the imagery is fantastic. Made my hair stand on end at times. Excellent and all that's left to say is Good luck with the entry.
Comment Written 05-Sep-2008
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2008
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Hello! So pleased you stopped by and enjoyed your visit! diane
Comment from carolm5415
Very poignant and the message comes through loud and clear. Coincidentally, I just finished reading a book by an author who is a sansei and he weaves a bit of the history of the camps throughout his story although the novel is a detective one. We kind of overreacted didn't we? Actually I was 4 years old in 1945 so didn't have a clue what was going on. I have a vague memory of being taken to the Peace Tower in Ottawa with my sister and brother and it being a very special outing.
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2008
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Very poignant and the message comes through loud and clear. Coincidentally, I just finished reading a book by an author who is a sansei and he weaves a bit of the history of the camps throughout his story although the novel is a detective one. We kind of overreacted didn't we? Actually I was 4 years old in 1945 so didn't have a clue what was going on. I have a vague memory of being taken to the Peace Tower in Ottawa with my sister and brother and it being a very special outing.
Comment Written 05-Sep-2008
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2008
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Hello! I wasn't even born when all of this happened, but because of my uncle - the American soldier in this poem - I surely learned of all of it....Thank you! diane
Comment from poetsteve15
Wow once I started readed I could not stop. This is fantize what a great story poem. I hope that we never forget that both sides paid dearly in that war. As they always do in all wars.. I just pray that we might get peace once inmy lifetime. Great poem, outstanding. this is the first 6 star that I've ever given you do desever it.
reply by the author on 05-Sep-2008
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Wow once I started readed I could not stop. This is fantize what a great story poem. I hope that we never forget that both sides paid dearly in that war. As they always do in all wars.. I just pray that we might get peace once inmy lifetime. Great poem, outstanding. this is the first 6 star that I've ever given you do desever it.
Comment Written 05-Sep-2008
reply by the author on 05-Sep-2008
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Hello Friend! I am deeply honored and humbled by your review and kind words. Peace in our lifetimes...wouldn't that be amazing? Best Regards...diane
Comment from Lady & Louis
Superb, Diane, and I only wish I had a six to give to this! You have told their stories so eloquently. The young Nisei man reminded me of a lovely couple from California I met in 89 - they'd been interned as children, too.
No nits or suggestions from me, just best wishes for the contest!
Louise xxxx
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2008
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Superb, Diane, and I only wish I had a six to give to this! You have told their stories so eloquently. The young Nisei man reminded me of a lovely couple from California I met in 89 - they'd been interned as children, too.
No nits or suggestions from me, just best wishes for the contest!
Louise xxxx
Comment Written 05-Sep-2008
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2008
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Hello Dear Friend! So pleased you enjoyed and stopped by for a visit. Thank you! diane
Comment from jeslaf
This is FABULOUS, one of the best historical and/or creative pieces I've read in a while on this or any other site. I recently read a book detailing the Japanese internment camps and this reminded me . . . we need to remember, thanks for so poetically putting the issue to the reading public. : )
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2008
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This is FABULOUS, one of the best historical and/or creative pieces I've read in a while on this or any other site. I recently read a book detailing the Japanese internment camps and this reminded me . . . we need to remember, thanks for so poetically putting the issue to the reading public. : )
Comment Written 04-Sep-2008
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2008
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So pleased you enjoyed and stopped by for a visit! I am heartened by your kind words...diane
Comment from FredCollingwood
What a creative contrast you have written. That which seemed necessary nearly 60 years ago, seems horrible today. Among those interrned were a number of spies who were prevented from doing their bidding, perhaps saving innumerable lives. It too bad so many innocents were caught up in the horrid event. War is hell.
This is one of the most creative writes I've seen on FS.
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2008
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What a creative contrast you have written. That which seemed necessary nearly 60 years ago, seems horrible today. Among those interrned were a number of spies who were prevented from doing their bidding, perhaps saving innumerable lives. It too bad so many innocents were caught up in the horrid event. War is hell.
This is one of the most creative writes I've seen on FS.
Comment Written 04-Sep-2008
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2008
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Hello! Those were terrible times...Thank you so much for your kind review!!! diane
Comment from earthlybeing
This is an excellent entry. I have read about the imprisonment of these Americans and it makes me sick to my stomach to know that many were treated as such because of prejudice. It is a sad part of American's history. Well written and good luck in the contest. Thanks, Jeanette
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2008
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This is an excellent entry. I have read about the imprisonment of these Americans and it makes me sick to my stomach to know that many were treated as such because of prejudice. It is a sad part of American's history. Well written and good luck in the contest. Thanks, Jeanette
Comment Written 04-Sep-2008
reply by the author on 17-Sep-2008
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Those were, indeed, terrible times! Thank you so much for your kind review! diane