Songs of Heroic Days

"Songs of Heroic Days" by Thomas O'Hagan is a set of poems from the World War I era that shows the bravery, giving up of one's self, and feelings tied to the war. It expresses what soldiers and regular people felt during a tough time full of violence and sadness. The poems honor important people, such as King Albert of Belgium, and tell stories of soldiers fighting. The poems cover a range of emotions, from sadness about destroyed cities to inspiring calls for action for those fighting for freedom, also showing the sorrow of mothers sending their sons to war and the friendship among soldiers experiencing horrible events while highlighting the value and strength found during dark days and pushing people to remember what was sacrificed for freedom and to always hope for peace.