War Poetry

In this section, students can view and read poetry that deals with the issues of war. After analyzing these examples students will write their own war poem. they could write poem as if they are a soldier at war, they could protest the war, they could explain why the war is necessary, etc. It is their point of view that is important. Here is the first one in this collection entitled "Taxing the Poor." What do you think the author meant by this title? Pay close attention to the music as well as the images. Why do you think these were specifically chosen?



This next poem is a duet or dialogue poem that is presented by one veteran of the Gulf War with Maxine Hong Kinston. As you listen, how does this poem affect you? What images do they create in your mind as you listen?



Here is a poetry clip that deals with the innocent victims of war--the children.