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The valor that has giv'n us all body, and heart, and soul!

II

America will be
As one in her old love of Liberty.
She will remember naught of party and creed
In her great hour of need;
But one in spirit, one in high accord,
Her people will await the final word
That bids them strike for Justice. Her keen sword
Will never be unsheathed, save in the name of Christ, our Lord!

III

There is a fear
Running through our broad country, far and near;
A rumor that foul traitors at our gate

Whisper, and plan, and wait;