~ Non-Norse Poetry by Others ~

Bow to one tyrant, battle the other

The forces of conflict have their lines drawn.
Much time has passed; now the combat shall dawn.
Your king is father, the land your mother.
Bow to one tyrant, battle the other!

Comrades, take up arms! For battle prepare.
Earn your glory! It comes to those who dare.
Be willing to die beside your brother.
Bow to one tyrant, battle the other!

You have your duties! Don’t try to evade!
Think of all that former triumphs have made.
Let fire burn your foes and their blood smother!
Bow to one tyrant, battle the other!

© Justin Douglas Blackford

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