Statue In The Park Poem by Barry Middleton
Statue In The Park
the statue in the park must come down
it recalls a darker time of war
it is a bitter memory
it blocks forgiveness
this monument to shame was a reality
representing a different reality
a tribal memory of blood
and wasted lives
a thousand statues cannot bring us peace
a child may see a noble figure
may see glory in war
may look up to it
but we know the truth of war and statues
we know the futility of war
the statue must fall
it must come down
A very thought-provoking write, reflective of your beautiful soul. Your anti-war stance inspires the readers. Indeed, a statue that glorifies an era of war and slavery is not worth having. A great piece. A super 10.
Last night, this offensive monument to slavery was removed from my ancestral neighborhood in new Orleans. Five generations of the living and the dead no longer will be haunted by General Beauregard.
This poem has not been translated into any other language yet.
I would like to translate this poem
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5/1/2024 12:23:12 AM # 1.0.0.1119
I just read your comment. Its removal is symbolic of a step forward, a break from the haunting past. I also must add this poem is very well-structured. Its balance n rhythm is wonderful.
I look forward to seeing what they put in its place. I think MLK would be a great choice. Thanks for the comment.