Banners flutter in the skies,

But one of these stands out, it seems…

Perhaps because it signifies

The human heart’s most cherished dreams.

Red and white, with stars on blue,

Every time it is unfurled,

It cries its sacred message to

A freedom-hungering captive world:

Crush the tyrant’s grinding boot,

Fight and perish, if need be.

Nothing’s gained by standing mute

In the face of tyranny.

Rally ‘neath your own dear flag,

Keep the faith (‘though some may fall).

Never let your spirits sag,

Freedom is the right of all!