Tag: Britain
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The Puritan Galahad
Yes, this is Lord Brooke, an obscure squire’s son turned rising radical on the eve of Civil War, demanding purity, with sword drawn… Read more
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Real, Solid, and Unbending: The Life and Legacy of Sir John Moore
He was good-natured and had a quick wit, making him a desirable addition to social circles. His integrity was said to be beyond reproach, and his word was his bond. Read more
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A Man for All Seasons
Foolish men seek out a name, yet the wisest hold their own, set aside without shame, standing strong, standing strong, alone. Read more
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The Last King
America’s last king removed his golden crown, a sign of earthly order, upon his coronation day when Communion commenced… Read more
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Strong John of Waterloo
Old tunes, joyful tunes, weaving through the night; the rosy glow of faces beneath the candlelight. Read more
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Bunker Hill
They are playing “British Grenadiers” as the Grenadiers advance, cheering them on, to their doom, for there are no other songs to play. Read more
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Dreamer of the Day
Listen, Dreamer of the Day: The desert calls you, like a prayer; Her sands, the tide of destiny, washing everything clean but the hearts of men. Read more
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Our Lady of Britannia
Thou stood on Newgate Arch and graced Pendragon’s shield; Cardigan bore thy taper and Walsingham thy seal… Read more
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For the Glory of the Marines: The Life and Legacy of Major John Pitcairn
Major John Pitcairn was a man of many facets and paradoxes. In my exploration of his character over the course of my novel-writing, I have come to deeply respect his courage in battle, competence in his responsibilities, and humanity towards those under his command and even those who were opposed to him. Read more
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Scour the Horse Anew: An Analysis of G.K. Chesterton’s Epic Poem “The Ballad of the White Horse”
This, perhaps, is one of Chesterton’s most profound and timeless messages to the Christian world: Fight on, even though the days grow darker yet, and know that the Great Battle has already been won by Christ the King. Read more
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Ferguson’s Grave
Ferguson, lying beneath cold stones, gray with lichen clinging, do you yearn for the sounds of home? Can you hear me singing? Read more
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Nothing Human
Nothing human is a stranger to God on the tree in agony. He is in one place, and in all, the Calvary of Mankind. He is not safe from our iniquity, nor is He absent from our misery. Read more
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Pilgrimage to a Small Island: A Britophile’s Memoir
Oh, my little island, do I have to go away so soon? There are too many fragile, aching sentiments left in me now, and I keep hunting for you everywhere I go. Read more
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God Save the King!
I say, God save the King, for the present must not scorn the past, but work through her wisdom. I say, God save the King, for we are not nourished by bread alone, but by symbols and signs. Read more