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Brothers in Arms-Part III of III

Dec 9, 2025

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in Heritage, Memoir, Novellas, Poetry, Reflections, Short Stories, Veterans Day, Welcome

The brothers face their final reckoning — loyalty tested, silence broken, and heritage laid bare. The trilogy closes where memory and duty collide, leaving echoes that refuse to fade.

Brothers in Arms–Part II of III

Nov 24, 2025

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Michael Boyle

in Heritage, Memoir, Novellas, Poetry, Reflections, Short Stories, Veterans Day, Welcome

*This second part is for those who found laughter even in hunger, and courage even in fear.* “WAR IS THE GREAT REVEALER OF MEN — STRIPPING AWAY LAUGHTER, LEAVING ONLY COURAGE OR DESPAIR.” — FROM THE DIARY OF A UNION SOLDIER, 1863 ************************************************************************* III. “Chow time boys. Come and get it while its-a-hot!” Cookie bellowed…

Brothers in Arms: Poem and Story — Part I of III

Nov 10, 2025

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Michael Boyle

in Heritage, Poetry, Reflections, Short Stories, Veterans Day

As Veteran’s Day approaches, I find myself reflecting not only on the sacrifices of those who served, but also on the human cost of division and war. This poem, “Brothers in Arms,” was written to honor the courage of young soldiers and the grief borne by families who endured their loss. It is a reminder…

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