Lyrics
March in line on the shoulder
Marching in a disciplined formation, shoulder to shoulder.
Days of mud, smoke, and rain
Describing the harsh conditions of war, including mud, smoke, and rain.
Hail the legate our general
Praising the legate, a high-ranking military officer, possibly the general.
If I see home again
Expressing uncertainty about returning home.
Stand as one altogether
Unity emphasized, urging everyone to stand together.
And lead us to victory
Calls for leadership to guide them to victory.
Brothers in battle
Emphasizing the camaraderie among soldiers engaged in battle.
The citizen shield
Referring to soldiers as the shield of the citizenry.
Glory commands
Highlighting the authority of glory and the power it commands.
Imperium wields
Implying that the Imperium, the authority, wields power in battle.
Brothers in battle
Reiteration of the strong bond between soldiers in the midst of battle.
Let the gold eagle fly
Symbolic call for the Roman eagle, a symbol of power, to soar high.
We're sons of the wolf
Identifying themselves as descendants or followers of the wolf, possibly referencing Rome's legendary founders.
Let the banner high... for SPQR
Encouraging the raising of the banner for the Senate and People of Rome (SPQR).
From the shores of Gibralter
Referencing geographical locations to signify the widespread reach of Roman military endeavors.
to the hills of Macedon
Continuation of geographical references, emphasizing the expansiveness of Roman conquests.
Glory Rome ever higher
Expressing pride in the glory of Rome and its continuous rise.
The legions march on and on
Depicting the relentless march of Roman legions.
Stand as one altogether
Reiteration of the need for unity for collective victory.
And lead us to victory
Reiterating the call for leadership to guide them to victory.
Brothers in battle
Reemphasizing the strong bond and unity among soldiers.
The citizen shield
Describing soldiers as the shield protecting the citizens.
Glory commands
Stating that glory dictates the actions of the soldiers.
Imperium wields
Indicating that the Imperium holds power in the ongoing conflict.
Brothers in battle
Reiteration of the strong camaraderie and shared purpose of soldiers.
Let the gold eagle fly
Symbolic call for the Roman eagle to fly, representing victory and power.
We're sons of the wolf
Identifying themselves as sons of the wolf, connecting to Roman mythology.
Let the banner high... for SPQR
Encouraging the display of the banner in honor of the Senate and People of Rome (SPQR).
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