To whom the Romans pray,

A Roman’s life, a Roman’s arms,

Take thou in charge this day!’

So he spake, and speaking sheathed

The good sword by his side,

And with his harness on his back,

Plunged headlong in the tide.—Macaulay.

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ETRUSCAN INVASION UNDER PORSENA, 507 B.C. (3)
How C. Mucius lost his Hand, but won a Name.