As the Civil War approached, Oliver Wendell Holmes wrote fifth verse to the Sar Spangled Banner. I think the lyrics are appropriate especially the second, third, and fourth lines.
As the Civil War approached, Oliver Wendell Holmes wrote fifth verse to the Sar Spangled Banner. After the rioting this week, I think the lyrics are appropriate especially the second, third and fourth lines.
When our land is illum'd with Liberty's smile,
If a foe from within strike a blow at her glory,
Down, down, with the traitor that dares to defile
The flag of her stars and the page of her story!
By the millions unchain'd who our birthright have gained
We will keep her bright blazon forever unstained!
And the Star-Spangled Banner in triumph shall wave
While the land of the free is the home of the brave.
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When our flag is used for the wrong purpose, it is not patriotic.
Ron