“Now, God be thanked Who has matched us with His hour, And caught our youth, and wakened us from sleeping, With hand made sure, clear eye, and sharpened power, To turn, as swimmers into cleanness leaping.”
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Rupert Brooke
Rupert Brooke was an English poet renowned for his works in the early 20th century. His poetry often captured the essence of the British Empire and the ideals of youth and adventure. His most celebrated poem, 'The Soldier,' was composed during World War I and stands as a poignant symbol of the heroism and sacrifice of the British soldiers. more
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