And our hearts thrilled with saddest emotion
As we thought of the loved ones now silent and dead,
Who, filled with the fire of devotion,
Left all that was dear to engage in the strife,
At the call of their country and nation;
All honor to each who laid down his life,
Whether lowly or high was his station.
All honor to husband, and father, and son,
Who fought against wrong and oppression;
Let us ever remember, the victory they won,