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Rh Since each was born of woman,

For each at utter need—

True comrade and true foeman—

Madonna, intercede!

E'en now their vanguard gathers,

E'en now we face the fray—

As Thou didst help our fathers,

Help Thou our host to-day!

Fulfilled of signs and wonders,

In life, in death made clear—

Jehovah of the Thunders,

Lord God of Battles, hear!