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184 The men that fought at Minden, they 'ad ever cash in 'and

Which they did not bank nor save,

But spent it gay an' free on their betters—such as me—

For the good advice I gave.

The men that fought at Minden, they was civil—

yuss, they was—

Never didn't talk o' rights an' wrongs,

But they got it with the toe (same as you will get it—so!)—

For interrupting songs.

The men that fought at Minden, they was several other things

Which I don't remember clear;

But that's the reason why, now the six-year men are dry,

The rooks will stand the beer!

Then do not be discouraged, 'Eaven is your 'elper,

We'll learn you not to forget;