Whether you call it "The Green Fields of France," "No Man's Land," or "Willie McBride," this remains one the most powerful songs ever written about the inanity of war.. Composed by Eric Bogle in 1976, it has been recorded by many artists and in many styles since then.. It has been called Ireland's favorite folk song for good reason.
This version is by John McDermott:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=umsKdNCtGQk
As John McDermott stated, may we all spare a moment 'to reflect and remember those who gave themselves freely and unsparingly to the terrible conflicts of the world."
And here's one man's reaction to his first time hearing the song, this version by composer Eric Bogle:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nElXkt7zhKQ&t=3s
And another. this time a very emotional and personal reaction:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dwNJPn09biY
Is ther any wonder this is my go-to song. one that I go to again and again and again and again...
Obviously, this post was meant to appear on Veteran's Day, not the day before. Apologies.
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