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Poem
August 10, 1786
Fowle's New Hampshire Gazette And General Advertiser
Portsmouth, Rockingham County, New Hampshire
What is this article about?
Patriotic song sung by members of the Palmetto Society in South Carolina on June 28 to celebrate their 10th anniversary, extolling American independence, victories over British forces, and future glory.
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Palmetto Spring.
On the 28th of June, the 10th anniversary of the Palmetto Society, in South-Carolina, the following Song was sung, among other ceremonies of the day, by the Members thereof.
CHORUS
When first by Heaven's inspiring skill,
Columbus cross'd the western sea;
The fates proclaim'd their sov'reign will,
"This continent shall e'er be free."
Hail! Americans, your ancient rights defend,
Let freedom to your sons descend.
Though foreign mercenary bands
With British tyranny combine;
Yet bold and firm our country stands,
Her choicest sons to save her join.
Hail! &c.
We've seen her host repuls'd with shame:
We've seen her haughty fleet retire;
While our brave troops have gain'd a name,
Which unborn ages shall admire,
Hail! &c.
Our conqu'ring youths with zeal inspir'd,
Wide o'er the globe shall be renown'd.
With more than Roman virtue fir'd.
With more than Roman glory crown'd.
Hail! &c.
Our empire fraught with youthful rage,
Its vig'rous branches wide displays:
Whilst pale Britannia, worn with age,
And vice and luxury decays.
Hail! &c.
Let annual joys their fame prolong.
Let infants lisp the wond'rous tale:
Record them in the social song,
Let History's page their deeds reveal.
Hail! &c.
Come all ye friends of freedom join,
To solemnize this festive day;
While mirth and joy and generous wine,
More vigour to the mind convey.
Hail! &c.
On the 28th of June, the 10th anniversary of the Palmetto Society, in South-Carolina, the following Song was sung, among other ceremonies of the day, by the Members thereof.
CHORUS
When first by Heaven's inspiring skill,
Columbus cross'd the western sea;
The fates proclaim'd their sov'reign will,
"This continent shall e'er be free."
Hail! Americans, your ancient rights defend,
Let freedom to your sons descend.
Though foreign mercenary bands
With British tyranny combine;
Yet bold and firm our country stands,
Her choicest sons to save her join.
Hail! &c.
We've seen her host repuls'd with shame:
We've seen her haughty fleet retire;
While our brave troops have gain'd a name,
Which unborn ages shall admire,
Hail! &c.
Our conqu'ring youths with zeal inspir'd,
Wide o'er the globe shall be renown'd.
With more than Roman virtue fir'd.
With more than Roman glory crown'd.
Hail! &c.
Our empire fraught with youthful rage,
Its vig'rous branches wide displays:
Whilst pale Britannia, worn with age,
And vice and luxury decays.
Hail! &c.
Let annual joys their fame prolong.
Let infants lisp the wond'rous tale:
Record them in the social song,
Let History's page their deeds reveal.
Hail! &c.
Come all ye friends of freedom join,
To solemnize this festive day;
While mirth and joy and generous wine,
More vigour to the mind convey.
Hail! &c.
What sub-type of article is it?
Song
What themes does it cover?
Patriotism
Liberty Independence
War Military
What keywords are associated?
Palmetto Society
American Freedom
British Tyranny
Patriotic Song
South Carolina
Poem Details
Title
Palmetto Spring
Subject
10th Anniversary Of The Palmetto Society In South Carolina
Key Lines
When First By Heaven's Inspiring Skill,
Columbus Cross'd The Western Sea;
The Fates Proclaim'd Their Sov'reign Will,
"This Continent Shall E'er Be Free."
Hail! Americans, Your Ancient Rights Defend,