Versos English James Miller Seton

English poem

Seton

by (1860–1947)

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My eyes pursue The well-known pennon, where my William’s prow Bears on the gun-brig. Now, they board, they board! I hear the clash of swords,—I must away And open the battery’s mouth; for yon corvette Lies underneath its jaws. My love, retire.