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What is the theme of the poem Dulce et Decorum Est?

What is the theme of the poem Dulce et Decorum Est?

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  1. In his poem, Owen addresses the horrific and dehumanizing consequences of war, illustrating the soldiers’ physical and mental agony. He examines the loss of innocence felt by troops exposed to the horrors of war and takes on false ideologies and propaganda that support the notion that war is just and noble. By highlighting the tremendous alteration and disillusionment that occur when faced with the brutalities of battle, Owen emphasizes the psychological and emotional consequences.

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