To keep the flag afloat—in brief,
Till Buller came to their relief.
Brave White, accept our meed of praise!
We crown thee equal to the best
Of heroes of the olden days,
Whose deeds inspired the poets' lays!
We need no further quest;
But this with gratitude we note,
Thy valour kept the flag afloat!
Valor like thine does not surprise