The American Hero |
Andrew Law, 1776 or 1777
Why should vain mortals tremble at the sight Of death and destruction in the field of battle, Where blood and carnage clothe the ground in crimson, Sounding with death groans?
2. Death will invade us by the means appointed,
14. Fame and dear freedom lure me on to battle,
15. Life, for my country and the cause of freedom, |