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Silence, a word of hush and calm,
In history it held great harm,
Oppression, suppression, and tyranny too,
Silence was the tool to subdue.
Voices were silenced, opinions were quelled,
Freedom of speech, brutally felled,
A word of peace, a word of fear,
Silence echoes, a past too near.
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Echoes of History: Poems from the Past
Poetry[Grand Runner's-up at Versification-2023] "Echoes of History" explores the impact of history on individuals and societies, capturing the many emotions and experiences that make up the human experience. From legendary moments to disease and isolation...
