... and never did anything incorrect, and he was known for taking part in many government handled activities. He served his duty in War, worked in Fudge Motors Inc., had a Health-card, and never caused any sort of rebellion towards the state. This citizen had an overall average life, where he was married and had five children. Auden is writing about the state erecting a monument in honour of this citizen's doings as a great citizen in the community whom represented many other people in the country. This poem might seem to be very direct and clear; however, the author does not literally mean what he wrote. The title, "The Unknown Citizen", is a reference to countries that erect a monument for the "Unknown Soldier"; this is an honouree for one soldier, who represents all soldiers, and his or her accomplishments in battle. Thus, the unknown citizen refers to one ...

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