Minstrel Boy (Film Version)

Minstrel Boy

Minstrel Boy - Joe Strummer and The Mescaleros

And said “No chains shall sully thee,Thou soul of love and brav’ry!Thy songs were made for the pure and free,They shall never sound in slavery!”

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The Minstrel Boy,

A traditional Irish folk song written by Thomas Moore that became popular among Irish descended soldiers in the American Civil War, and later became a favorite of the Cavalry. Performed by the 97th Regimental String Band.

Dedicated to Sergeant Major Basil L. Plumley (January 1, 1920 – October 10, 2012), who served with dedication and distinction in World War II, Korea, and Vietnam.

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The Minstrel Boy

Charlie Zahm

The minstrel boy to the war is gone,
In the ranks of death ye will find him;
His father’s sword he hath girded on,
And his wild harp slung behind him;
“Land of Song!” said the warrior bard,
“Tho’ all the world betray thee,
One sword, at least, thy rights shall guard,
One faithful harp shall praise thee!”