HE offered himself for the land he loved, But what shall we say of her? He gave to his country a soldier's life; 'T was dearer by far to the soldier's wife. All honor to-day to her! He went to the war while his blood was hot, But what shall we say of her? He saw for himself through the battle's flame A hero's reward on the scroll of fame; What honor is due to her? He offered himself, but his wife did more, All honor to-day to her! For dearer than life was the gift she gave In giving the life she would die to save; What honor is due to her? He gave up his life at his country's call, But what shall we say of her? He offered himself as a sacrifice, But she is the one who pays the price; All honor we owe to her. |