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1511

My country need not change her gown,
Her triple suit as sweet
As when 'twas cut at Lexington,
And first pronounced "a fit."

Great Britain disapproves, "the stars";
Disparagement discreet,—
There's something in their attitude
That taunts her bayonet.

Edited by Peter Carter

Added: 2 Apr 2003 | Last Read: 5 Sep 2008 7:21 AM | Viewed: 4889 times

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