The Red Watch

These for the Empire stood in war array,

Barring the Hun invader on his way;

Into the battle rushed at Duty's call,

Resolved to hold their trenches or to fall;

That Britons ne'er to tyrants bend the knee

But live as they were born, unyoked and free.

Now, in the bosom of a distant land

These warriors sleep, for such is God's command.

The Fates in all decree, and have their will,

And mortals must their destiny fulfill.