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This very powerful war poem was written by Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae, MD - of the Canadian Army.

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Which Country was Colonel McCrae in when he wrote In Flanders Fields?

Colonel McCrae was in Canada when he wrote In Flanders Fields. He was in hospital after being shot.


What are some poems that Canadian soldiers wrote?

John McCrae wrote "In Flanders Fields". But there were others that wrote poetry.http://wartimecanada.ca/categories/poetry


What is flanders field?

Flanders field was the battlefront in Flanders during World War 1. There died a lot of British soldiers, so one of those British soldiers wrote a poem: In Flanders fields. Flanders is located in Belgium. It lies in the north of Belgium and they speak Dutch (Flemish).


Where in England is flanders fields?

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Why is flanders field used so often on Remembrance Day?

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Name of in the poem flanders fields the poppies blow?

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In which country is flanders field?

Flanders Fields is the name given to the battlefields from World War I. The fields are located between West Flanders and East Flanders in Belgium.


Which item would be considered a secondary source on World War 1 A General from WWI who wrote a History textbook B magazine article on the 75th anniversary of the poem In Flanders Fields?

magazine article on the 75th anniversary of the poem, ''In Flanders Fields''


Who is the foe in in flanders fields?

The foe referred to in the poem "In Flanders Fields" by John McCrae is the enemy soldiers fighting on the opposing side during World War I. They are portrayed as the adversaries to the soldiers and victims memorialized in Flanders Fields.


In Flanders Field was written in reference to a battle in which country?

The poem "In Flanders Fields" by John McCrae was written during the Second Battle of Ypres.Ypres is a city in Belgium.


Is there more than one Flanders Fields?

Yes, there is more than one Flanders Fields. The most famous Flanders Fields is located in Belgium and is known for its significance during World War I, particularly the battles fought there and the poignant poem "In Flanders Fields" by John McCrae. Additionally, "Flanders" can refer to various regions, towns, and locations in Belgium, as well as other areas named Flanders in different countries, though they may not have the same historical significance.


Where did John McCrae write in flanders field?

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