Wounds Quote by Siegfried Sassoon
““His wet white face and miserable eyes Brought nurses to him more than groans and sighs: But hoarse and low and rapid rose and fell His troubled voice: he did the business well. (First verse of Died of Wounds)””
About This Quote
Source Poem: Died of Wounds, 1917
A wounded soldier's suffering draws more sympathy than pity, showing the harsh reality of war.
In simple terms: War pain elicits compassion, not just sorrow.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the human cost of conflict.
Themes
war
suffering
compassion
Mood
somber
reflective
Type
poetic
historical
When to use this quote
- military hospitals
- veteran support
- peace advocacy
Key Concepts
humanity
psychology of trauma
Questions to Reflect On
- How does witnessing pain change our view of war?
- What responsibilities do societies have to wounded veterans?
A Different Perspective
It may romanticize suffering rather than promote healing.
