Already their peril is felt by our foes,
Already they falter and shrink from our blows
The shout of our comrades rings thrilling and clear:
The victory’s certain, the victory’s near.
Strike for the right, etc.
A cheer for our leaders, the twin-hearted braves!
A cheer for the banner that over us waves!
With Lincoln and Hamlin we’ve nothing to fear:
The victory’s certain, the victory’s near.
Strike for the right, etc.