Jarama Valley
Echoes of Courage: Jarama Valley's Anthem Against Fascism
Lyrics
There's a valley in Spain called Jarama
There exists a specific location named Jarama in Spain.
It's a place that we all know so well
Jarama is a place familiar to the collective experience of the listeners.
It was there that we fought against the fascists
It was the site of a confrontation against the fascists.
We saw a peaceful valley turn to hell
The valley, previously tranquil, transformed into a chaotic and dreadful place due to the conflict.
From this valley they say we are going
There's talk of departure from this valley.
But don't hasten to bid us adue
Urges not to rush to bid farewell.
Even though we lost the battle at Jarama
Despite losing the battle at Jarama, there's determination to liberate the valley eventually.
We'll set this valley free before we're through
A commitment to achieving freedom for the valley despite setbacks.
We were men of a the Laken Battalion
The speakers were part of the Laken Battalion.
We're proud of the fight that we made
Pride in the resistance effort made by the battalion.
We know that you people love the valley
Acknowledgment that the locals cherish the valley.
We're remember a Laken Vrigade
Recollection of the Laken Brigade and its significance.
From this valley they say we are going
Reference to departure from the valley.
But don't hasten to bid us adue
Request not to rush farewells.
Even though we lost the battle at Jarama
Despite the loss, there's a determination to eventually liberate the valley.
We'll set this valley free before we're through
A commitment to achieving freedom for the valley despite adversities.
You will never find peace with these fascists
Belief that peace can't be attained with fascists.
You'll never find friends such as we
Asserts the unique camaraderie among their group.
So remember that valley of Jarama
Encourages remembering Jarama and the people striving for its freedom.
And the people that'll set that valley free
Recognition of those dedicated to liberating the valley.
From this valley they say that we are going
Reiteration of the departure from the valley.
Don't hasten to bid us adue
Urges against hastily saying goodbye.
Even though we lost the battle at Jarama
Despite setbacks, there's determination to eventually liberate the valley.
We'll set this valley free before we're through
A reaffirmation of commitment despite facing challenges.
All this world is like this valley called Jarama
Comparison of the world to Jarama—beautiful yet susceptible to turmoil.
So green and so bright and so fair
Describing the world as serene, vibrant, and fair.
No fascists can dwell in our valley
Declares that fascists cannot coexist within their envisioned society.
Nor breathe in our new freedoms air
An assertion of the newly found freedom and its inviolability.
From this valley they say we are going
Mention of departure from the valley once more.
Do not hasten to bid us adue
An appeal not to rush goodbyes.
Even though we lost the battle at Jarama
Despite the past defeat, there's an unwavering determination to free the valley.
We'll set this valley free before we're through
A promise to eventually achieve the liberation of the valley.
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