I Was Only 19 (A Walk in the Light Green) Lyrics

Lyric discussion by caligem 

Cover art for I Was Only 19 (A Walk in the Light Green) lyrics by Redgum

This is a brilliant song, made me cry the first time I heard it. I think it should be played more often, particularly on ANZAC day and stuff... I think it really creates an image of the reality of war, and the lasting impact on the soldiers. An absolute classic.