And soon, above the roaring wave,
His manly voice is heard.
“Now go, my sailors! go,” he cried.
“You have been brave and true;
And oh, may God, your frail bark guide!
Adieu! brave lads, adieu!”
“Nay, wait not for me; my place is here,
And firmly here will I
Stand at my post, without one fear
Whether I live or die!”