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The “Soldier’s Prayer” from World War I

WORLD WAR I
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Philip Kosloski - published on 11/10/21
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This prayer was said by many English-speaking soldiers in the trenches of World War I.

Going into battle inevitably brings to the soldier's mind the reality of death. A good soldier is willing to lay down his life for his friends, sacrificing his good for the good of all.

World War I was no exception and many soldiers went into battle with God on their mind, knowing they may meet him sooner than expected.

Here is a "Soldier's Prayer" as printed in a book entitled The Power of Prayer, published in 1920, along with a brief explanation.

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