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2014-02-17
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Raise The Flag Of Freedom High

Summary:

This is a poem that focuses on what runs through Enjolras' mind moments before his execution. I tried to put myself in his place and think as him. It has a very deep, personal meaning for me.

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I found myself really relating to him. I found myself on trial with people. I was the criminal. I felt like I had earned a death sentence, and it was torment. It was all because I took a stand and did what was right. It immediately connected me to this character, whom I consider my hero.

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Here I stand.
I’ve watched the barricades fall.
They’ve all died.
I watched it all.

We all fought bravely,
until the end.
And now I stand,
without a friend.

I face my foes
with open eyes.
I know my fate
is that I will die.

The guns are pointed
at my chest.
I know I’m ready
to take my rest.

Before a firing squad,
I stand proud.
I raise my red flag.
It speaks so loud.

I’ve chosen my fate.
I know I did right.
Though I knew I would die,
I still chose to fight.

Though I wasn’t heard,
it may not always be true.
One day my message,
might make it to you.

They’re ready to shoot.
I’ll take each bullet.
I know it’ll hurt,
but still I will do it.

It’s for the right cause.
I did what I could.
I need no applause.
I did what anyone should.

I accept my fate,
so here I stand.
Is it too late,
for someone to take my hand?