“The forester he had a long quarter staff,
Likewise a broadsword by his side;
Without more ado, he presently drew,
Declaring the truth should be tried.
“Bold Robin Hood had a sword of the best,
Thus, ere he could take any wrong,
His courage was flush, he’d venture a brush,
And thus they fell to it ding dong.
“The very first blow that the forester gave,
He made his broad weapon cry twang;