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 Dying, they whispered still thy name—
 * O Canada, wilt thou deny
 * The prayer of these who dared to die,
 * And let true greatness pass thee by?


 * "Prosperity, prosperity"!—
 * 'Twas not for this they took the sword,

The ensign of thy destiny
 * Unfurled for them a deeper word;

In tears and blood they paid the price, And thou art pledged in sacrifice;
 * Oh, not in vain
 * The loss, the pain,
 * If thou dost mourn thy mighty slain
 * In hearts forsworn of greed and gain,

In hearts that bowed and broken cry For light and guidance from on high, That greatness may not pass us by!