Soldier's Chorus
Legacy of Valor: A Hymn to Courage and Love
Lyrics
Glory and love to the men of old
Expressing admiration and honor for the men of the past.
Their sons may copy their virtues bold
Encouraging the current generation to emulate the virtues of their forefathers.
Courage in heart and a sword in hand
Highlighting the importance of courage and being armed for the defense of one's country.
Both ready to fight and ready to die for Fatherland
Readiness to fight and sacrifice for the homeland.
Who needs bidding to dare by a trumpet blown?
Rhetorical questions emphasizing the readiness to face challenges signaled by a trumpet call.
Who lacks pity to spare when the field is won?
Questioning the compassion of those unwilling to show mercy after victory in battle.
Who would fly from a foe if alone or lost?
Challenging the notion of fleeing from an enemy when alone or lost.
And boast he was true, as coward might do when peril is past?
Mocking the false bravery of someone claiming loyalty only when the danger has passed.
Glory and love to the men of old
Reiteration of admiration and honor for the men of the past.
Their sons may copy their virtues bold
Encouraging the emulation of the bold virtues of forefathers by their descendants.
Courage in heart and a sword in hand
Reemphasizing the importance of courage and preparedness to defend the homeland.
All ready to fight for Fatherland
Expressing the collective readiness to fight for the Fatherland.
Now to home again we come, the long and fiery strife of battle over
Describing the return home after the intense and arduous battle.
Rest is pleasant after toil as hard as ours beneath a stranger sun
Acknowledging the pleasantness of rest after strenuous toil under unfamiliar conditions.
Many a maiden fair is waiting here to greet her truant soldier lover
Highlighting the anticipation of loved ones waiting for the return of soldiers.
And many a heart will fail and brow grow pale to hear the tale of cruel peril he has run
Anticipating the emotional impact of hearing about the soldier's perilous experiences.
We are at home
Declaring the return to the familiar surroundings of home.
Glory and love to the men of old
Reiteration of admiration and honor for the men of the past.
Their sons may copy their virtues bold
Encouraging the emulation of the bold virtues of forefathers by their descendants.
Courage in heart and a sword in hand
Reemphasizing the importance of courage and preparedness to defend the homeland.
All ready to fight for Fatherland
Expressing the collective readiness to fight for the Fatherland.
All ready to fight, or ready to die for Fatherland
Affirming the unwavering commitment to fight or die for the Fatherland.
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