The Pictorial Field-Book of the Revolution, Vol. 2 (of 2) / or, Illustrations, by Pen And Pencil, of the History, Biography, Scenery, Relics, and Traditions of the War for Independence

by Benson John Lossing

His right hand will shield thee then.

"' Take thy banner. But, when night

Closes round the ghastly fight,

If the vanquish'd warrior bow,

Spare him—by our holy vow;

By our prayers and many tears;

By the merey that endears;

Spare him—he our love hath shared;

Spare him—as thou wouldst be spared.

"'Take thy banner; and, if e'er