CRUEL BRITANNIA(Britannia takes the blame)

				On his sleeve the rampant lion
				Foretold that above all nations
				Britannia would have the lion's
				Share of guilt and mortal shame
				Lowering the enemy flag all part
				Of the victor's role in the game
				Emblem swiftly hidden in his pack
				His regiment press ahead leaving
				Belsen far behind and out sight
				But Never out of mind.
		
				The flag? Sorry it can't be given	
				Back to its lawful owner's kin
				It's been traded, payment in kind
				To a house painter.				
						
				Norman Hadland