you’ve always been easy
in the presence of
hostile fire
leadership understated
by your bravery among
the lads.
it was a great tragedy to
see you fallen by a
sneak attack.
... bones shattered, the enemy
advancing in every
direction
... pain dimly reflected
in your face.
but now you’ve rallied &
the blighters are being
driven back into
hades.
victory is at
hand & you’re standing.
soon to run, leap & hopefully
return to work.
your fierce nobility is a
model to all,
especially your comrades &
your friends.