By Martin Rice
The poems Martin Rice wrote were written about actual life events.
The Honored Dead – Poem written in 1887 for the 25th Anniversary of the Battle of Lone Jack. This poem was not included in his published book of poetry as it was written specifically for the anniversary celebration.
The Dying Soldier at Lone Jack – Written about the death of a Union soldier at Lone Jack.
The Exodus of Eighteen Sixty-Three; or, Order Number Eleven – This poem depicts the events of General Order #11.