Wilfred Owen

Wilfred Owen was a British poet known for his poignant and vivid depictions of the horrors of World War I. Born in 1893, he enlisted as a soldier and experienced the war firsthand, which deeply influenced his writing. Owen’s poems, such as "Dulce et Decorum Est" and "Exposure," highlight the brutal realities of combat and critique the glorification of war. His use of stark imagery and innovative forms vividly conveys the pain and suffering of soldiers. Owen's work has left a lasting impact on war literature, making him a key figure in modern poetry and anti-war sentiment. He died in 1918, just weeks before the war ended.