02295cam a22003253u 4500 64594 UtSlPG 20260610134505.0 m cr n 260607r2021||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS McKillen, Arch Alfred, 1914- The Death of the Scharnhorst, and Other Poems Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2021 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2021-02-19 Curt Troutwine, Mary Glenn Krause, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net "The Death of the Scharnhorst, and Other Poems" by Arch Alfred McKillen is a collection of poetry written in the early post-World War II era, reflecting on themes of war, love, and loss. This poignant anthology draws heavily on McKillen's personal experiences as a U.S. Navy veteran, particularly his harrowing involvement during pivotal moments like the attack on Pearl Harbor. The poems explore the complex emotional landscape of combat, the valor of soldiers, and the stark realities of existence both before and after warfare. Throughout the collection, McKillen crafts vivid narratives that commemorate the sacrifices of those lost to war, such as in the title poem detailing the sinking of the German battleship "Scharnhorst". The verses combine a powerful sense of historical context with deeply personal reflections, touching on the camaraderie and grief of soldiers. Other pieces in the collection address racial prejudice and the enduring nature of love amidst the chaos of life. McKillen's clear and evocative language enables readers to connect with the emotional weight of his subjects, making this volume a profound exploration of what it means to endure and remember. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Ships -- Poetry Scharnhorst (Battleship) -- Poetry World War, 1939-1945 -- Poetry https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/64594 105417 105417