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Poem
September 19, 1814
Kentucky Gazette
Lexington, Fayette County, Kentucky
What is this article about?
Patriotic song set to the tune of 'Hail Columbia,' calling on generous spirits to defend America's rights against invading foes, with a chorus urging fathers, husbands, and lovers to fight or die for their country.
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OCR Quality
98%
Excellent
Full Text
Air, "HAIL COLUMBIA."
Generous spirits of our land!
Resolve to make a gallant stand
To save our country's dearest rights!
To save our country's dearest rights!
Quit the now inglorious shade
And crush the foe that dare invade—
Behold the cruel Spoiler near,
Comes armed with hostile sword and spear,
His vengeance on our coast to pour,
And wrap in flame Columbia's shore!
CHORUS.
Sound the trumpet, sound the drum,
Come ye generous spirits come—
Fathers, husbands, lovers fly
TO SAVE YOUR COUNTRY OR TO DIE.
Generous spirits of our land!
Resolve to make a gallant stand
To save our country's dearest rights!
To save our country's dearest rights!
Quit the now inglorious shade
And crush the foe that dare invade—
Behold the cruel Spoiler near,
Comes armed with hostile sword and spear,
His vengeance on our coast to pour,
And wrap in flame Columbia's shore!
CHORUS.
Sound the trumpet, sound the drum,
Come ye generous spirits come—
Fathers, husbands, lovers fly
TO SAVE YOUR COUNTRY OR TO DIE.
What sub-type of article is it?
Song
Ode
What themes does it cover?
Patriotism
War Military
Liberty Independence
What keywords are associated?
Patriotic Song
Hail Columbia
Defend Country
Invasion Foe
Call To Arms
Columbia Shore
Poem Details
Subject
Call To Defend Against Invasion
Form / Style
Set To The Tune Of 'Hail Columbia' With Chorus
Key Lines
Sound The Trumpet, Sound The Drum,
Come Ye Generous Spirits Come—
Fathers, Husbands, Lovers Fly
To Save Your Country Or To Die.