Siegfried Sassoon

Siegfried Sassoon was an English poet, writer, and soldier, best known for his vivid and powerful poetry that depicted the horrors of World War I. Born in 1886, he enlisted in the British Army and experienced the brutal realities of trench warfare firsthand. His works, such as "Counter-Attack," reflect his disillusionment with war and critique the glorification of battle. Sassoon's writings played a significant role in shaping modern war poetry and highlighted the traumatic effects of the conflict on soldiers. After the war, he became an advocate for peace and a prominent literary figure, influencing future generations of poets.