War is sweet to those who have never fought

And my brother fought unknowing
Who were enemy and friend?
And searched not for reasons to defend a mate
Only a forced government whim
And he has a greater reason to come home
For it all comes down to this
Dulce bellum inexpertis
But not for me

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“War is sweet to those who have never fought”
Written and Published by Paul Buttigieg

Published:
February 8th, 2007
Category:
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