The proof and echo of all human fame, 145

A people’s voice, when they rejoice

At civic revel and pomp and game,

Attest their great commander’s claim

With honour, honour, honour, honour to him,

Eternal honour to his name. 150

VII.

A people’s voice! we are a people yet.

Tho’ all men else their nobler dreams forget,

Confused by brainless mobs and lawless powers;