Joseph Friedlander, comp. The Standard Book of Jewish Verse. 1917.
By Anne P. L. FieldAs side by side they traveled through the years
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Strong in a love that daily grew in power,
So they together faced their final hour
With hearts whose steadfast courage conquered fears;
Eager for life, yet dauntless volunteers
Among the ranks of death. So great deeds flower
From scenes of tragedy. So great souls tower
Above the grave and bid us dry our tears!
Before the glory of that sacrifice
To love and loyalty. The ready will
That chose to die rather than pay the price
For life, and thus upon its latest breath
Proved to mankind love’s triumph over death!