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“In the lost battle, Borne down by the flying, Where mingles war's rattle With groans of the dying.” quote by Walter Scott
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“In the lost battle, Borne down by the flying, Where mingles war's rattle With groans of the dying.”

Walter Scott

About This Quote

Source Poem: The Lost Battle, 1820

War’s chaos intertwines with the suffering of the dying, creating a haunting soundscape.

In simple terms: War mixes noise with dying cries.

Key Takeaway

Remember the human cost of conflict.

Themes

war suffering chaos death soundscape

Mood

somber reflective

Type

historical poetic

When to use this quote

  • historical analysis
  • memorial services
  • peace education
  • war journalism
  • veteran support

Key Concepts

military history human tragedy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does language convey war’s horror?
  • What lessons emerge from remembering loss?
A Different Perspective

Romanticizing war can obscure reality.

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