Regret Quote by Jan Jurkowski
““No glory found and no guilt ever apportioned For those guiding young men to wars uncautioned, The chosen so often of colour, unlearned or the piss poor. But true heroes you’ll be if you win by force majeure. No glory found and no guilt ever apportioned For those guiding young men to wars uncautioned, Ticker tape parades and medals for those making it home, For the rest, your name on a glorious memorial dome. No glory found and no guilt ever apportioned For those guiding young men to wars uncautioned, But see those with the wealth they do not give a toss Knowing their greedy interests will not turn a loss. No glory found and no guilt ever apportioned For those guiding young men to wars uncautioned, Not their sons to die in some foreign land But here they come marching so strike up the band. No glory found, and no guilt ever apportioned For those guiding young men to wars uncautioned.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: Unknown, likely personal or spoken word piece
The speaker condemns leaders who send young men to war without warning, noting that glory and guilt are never assigned, while the privileged avoid responsibility.
In simple terms: Leaders send youths to war without accountability, while the rich stay safe.
Key Takeaway
Question the cost of war and who truly bears responsibility.
Themes
war
leadership
responsibility
social injustice
class disparity
Mood
angry
critical
somber
Type
poetic
political
reflective
When to use this quote
- political speeches
- military recruitment
- public protests
- media commentary
Key Concepts
Moral hazard
military ethics
political accountability
Questions to Reflect On
- Who benefits from war?
- How can societies hold leaders accountable?
A Different Perspective
The poem may romanticize conflict or overlook the complexities of national defense.
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