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School: Clochar na Toirbhirte, Mainistir Fhearmuighe (roll number 2258)

Location:
Fermoy, Co. Cork
Teacher:
Na Mná Rialta
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    Though her last word on earth was a lie.
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    There is a soldier a coward, who fled in the fight.
    Disgracing the coat that he wore.
    A Drum-head court marshal was held next day.
    He was shot next morning at dawn.
    The regiment returns, with the victory won.
    An old man is waiting to welcome his son.
    One lad broke the news, saying "your son is dead."
    How did he die? the old warrior said.
    Well! the truth or a lie which shall it be.
    With his face to the foe, your son knew how to die.
    Then he blessed him instead of a curse all for the sake of a lie.
    Transcribed by a member of our volunteer transcription project.
    History Edit
    Language
    English
    Collector
    Mary Jackson
    Gender
    Female
    Address
    Fermoy, Co. Cork