Peace Proposal
Peace Proposal - meaning Summary
Peace Undone by Fear
This short satirical poem presents two generals who, in casual dialogue, decide to abandon war for a childish seaside outing. Their tentative plan collapses as anxieties and small excuses—fear of the sea, torn swimwear—persuade them to resume fighting. The poem exposes how petty fears and social momentum can justify violence, ending with the ironic annihilation of both leaders as a critique of militaristic stubbornness and human self-sabotage.
Read Complete AnalysesSaid General Clay to General Gore really must we fight this silly war To kill and die in such a bore I quite agree said General Gore Said General Gore to General Clay we could go to the beach today And have some icecream on the way a grand idea said General Clay Said General Clay to General Gore we’ll build sand castles on the shore Said General Gore we’ll splash and play let’s leave right now said General Clay Said General Gore to General Clay but what if the sea’s closed today And what if the sand’s been blown away the dreadful thought said General Clay Said General Gore to General Clay I’ve always feared the ocean’s spray And we may drown it’s true we may it chills my blood said General Clay Said General Clay to General Gore my bathin’ suit is slightly tore We better go on with our war I quite agree said General Gore The General Clay chanrged General Gore as bullets flew and cannons roared And now at last there is no more of General Clay or General Gore
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