FLAG OF THE FREE FRANCIS T. SMITH

FLOAT thou majestically, Proudly, triumphantly, Ever protectingly, Flag of the free. No foe our faith shall blight In thy unconquered might, Emblem of truth and right, We bow to thee. As in grim days of yore— Now on a hostile shore, Fulfill thy pledge once more, Red, white and blue. Long as thy stately bars And heaven’s reflected stars Dishonor never mars, We will be true. Prove to the waiting world, When free men are assailed, Our standard is unfurled For justice still. Strengthen us lest we fall, Inspiring one and all, Urging thy righteous call, Under God’s will.