A formation stands
In sullen silence

Every soldier knows the code
As the Centurion eyes the legion’s lines

One to TEN
An Aide counts the men

A soldier/father/son still knows
What historic fate awaits

Imperium Romanum motivation
The battle lost the only notion

Ensuring their best
-Decimation

09/18/2011

Author's Note: History holds such fascination for those who wish to know!

Posted on 09/18/2011
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