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Let its altar reach the skies.

Firm—united—let us be,

Rallying round our liberty;

As a band of brothers join’d,

Peace and safety we shall find.

Immortal patriots! rise once more;

Defend your rights, defend your shore;

Let no rude foe, with impious hand,

Let no rude foe with impious hand,

Invade the shrine where sacred lies