“Remember — they’re relying on you!” Churchill’s propaganda ensured no rebellion from patriots evicted by war.
Victory achieved, vague promises broken; we never returned.
Today, betrayal blows in the wind as rain batters our beloved Tyneham’s ruins.
Silly me, thinking the three extra words granted in this weekend’s Trifextra: Week 60 challenge would make life easier. I had no problem incorporating the three assigned words, rain, rebellion, and remember, into my piece, only creating the impact I desired in 36 words. Still not sure I achieved it, but ready to walk away for today. If inspiration strikes in the middle of the night, I’ll be back to post a revision.
For a brief history of England’s lost village of Tyneham, check out the article on ForteanTimes.
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