This week we have been planning and writing diaries of Charlie's last moments in the book 'Private Peaceful'.
This is an extract from our class writing session.
Well nothing is a lie, I am going to die for my family, for the blood, flesh and bones of my darling brother Tommo. Never would I have left him there, in that ditch, with the life slowly fading from his eyes. What sort of brother would I have been then? Hanley might have been able to live with Tommo's blood on his hands, but not me.
All of that is irrelevant now. Soon I will join the other faceless casualties of this merciless war. Mystery men with much hope but little luck. Saddened by the fact that I am just one more child who waved goodbye to England and hello to his demise, I know my time is up. Whilst my son has all the time in the world to grow and flourish, I know my memory will begin to fade. All he has left now are Tommo and Molly, and I hope as the soothe him to sleep they sing our song - Oranges and Lemons - and think of me, not with sadness but with joy and love.
Until we meet again in heaven, as is God's will, I can only offer you peace and happiness.
Private Charlie Peaceful
This is a very moving diary entry. I particularly like the way you refer to events that have happened throughout the narrative, such as singing Oranges and Lemons, to make your entry realistic. Well done!
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