07-08-2011, 09:01 AM
That's brilliant, being a memory from that long ago... you've captured the impression so well for the reader. you chose a great subject; the physical contrast of the place and how it conjures up philosophical layers and contrasts in the contemplation of war, death, and commemorating the past...its all so fascinating to absorb and hard to shake off.
PS. If you can, try your hand at giving some of the others a bit of feedback. If you already have, thanks, can you do some more?