World and small countries should have no confusion <br />They gave sacrifice and part played for integration <br />It should also be not forgotten for their contribution <br />They had lot more efforts for strengthening institutions <br /> <br />Many countries remember their slavery days <br />Celebrate independence and remember olden days <br />Please remember one thing for self respect and honor <br />They have given you integrated unit and more <br /> <br />They might have exploited natural wealth <br />They might have caused many more deaths <br />Remember one thing from the conquerors <br />They have witnessed too burden as survivors <br /> <br />It has not happened first time in history <br />World has witnessed upheaval already <br />Many countries were under occupation <br />Now see their position with regard to international relation <br /> <br />Victor always demand heavy price <br />Not only land but with full concession and promise <br />That they may remain subdued any pay war booty <br />In turn they were to stand on their side for security <br /> <br />Let us not open past <br />The bad phase has already lasted <br />Many nations rejoice their independence <br />It is time now for building and remembrance<br /><br />hasmukh amathalal<br /><br />http://www.poemhunter.com/poem/let-us-not-open-past/
