Born To Die

Tell my mum not to cry, because I am a soldier 

and I was born to die. 

Tell my dad to wear my medals on his chest, 

I am a soldier and I tried my best.

Tell my brother to be proud,

I'm a soldier I died on the ground.

Tell my sister to lay flowers down for me,

I am a hero who lies under the sea.

My duty was to serve the country,

I tried and I died humbly.

Mum, Dad I'm your son, and now I'm 

over and done.

Brother and sister, I'm your best friend,

Please try not to pretend.

I have gone now, 

And my duties aren't to fight or cry,

I am a soldier and I was born to die. 

Written by 

Francesca Jackson 

 (Aged 13 )