Colonel John McCrae

Colonel John McCrae was a Canadian doctor and poet best known for writing the famous World War I poem "In Flanders Fields." He served as a medical officer, treating soldiers injured in battle. He was also involved in military medical services for Canada during the war. McCrae's poem reflects on the soldiers who died and is often associated with Remembrance Day, honoring those who fought and lost their lives. His work as both a physician and poet makes him a significant figure in Canadian history and wartime literature.