Gary Strachan – "Write" Said Fred
Whimsical observations from deep within an erratic mind
Along with millions worldwide, I observed a two minute silence, marking one hundred and one years since guns fell silent in WWI. The anniversary of an armistice between the Allied countries and Germany - Ending a four year war which saw around 40 million military and civilian casualties. I wasn't sure which surprised me more,... Continue Reading →
Tomorrow sees the 100th anniversary of the end of the Great War (WWI). To mark this occasion today I've decided to take a break from the status quo and write a poem. A piece of prose addressing a fallen soldier from that conflict, referencing the irony of this centenary celebration's close proximity to seemingly fraught... Continue Reading →
John Maxwell Edmonds won't be too familiar a name to most people. Despite this, some of the English classicist’s compositions will be instantly recognisable to millions around the world. In particular around this time of year, when we remember our fallen in worldwide services of remembrance. The Stroud born poet is celebrated for his moving... Continue Reading →
John Maxwell Edmonds will not be too familiar a name to most people. However, some of the English classicist’s compositions will be instantly recognisable to millions around the world. In particular around this time of year, when we remember our fallen in worldwide services of Remembrance. The Stroud born poet is celebrated for his moving... Continue Reading →