The Princess who Became a General

Born at the darkest hour

With democracy's death.

Beautiful beyond words,

But under her grace and poise,

A fighter was lying in wait,

Ready to strike against those who took her family.

Even as her losses grew,

She held onto hope for a better life

Without hiding from evil's terror.

She walked tall,

Her head held high

And her voice just as loud.

Never giving up without a fight.

Never apologizing for speaking the truth.

Always standing up for herself

   And those who suffered like she did.