1. I am ashamed before the horsemen if I am seen
In the land of enemies with trailing robes.

2. And I am ashamed if when war wears its harness,
I let down my robes from war's stern face.

3. I am not one to shelter in the fray
Nor one to shun the peace of sinful acts.

4. Nor one to plan the consequence for what
I hold more pressing than great ventures.

5. But I am one resolved in purpose, pressing on
Through the recurring tide of incidents.

6. Few differences of view in war are harmful
When hearts unite before grave perils.