The idea danced before us as a flag;
The sound of martial music;
The thrill of carrying a gun;
Advancement in the world on coming home;
A glint of glory, wrath for foes;
A dream of duty to country or to God.
(Many Soldiers)
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I, lover of Nature, beloved for my love of her,
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And when I found it they turned me away,
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And joy beyond any joy is the joy
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Paul was invalided from over study,
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