English poem
Now Titan’s daughter fresh and rosy came
by Luís de Camões (1524–1580)
“Now Titan’s daughter fresh and rosy came Bringing that memorable, deathless day, When Vespers chaunted are in Mary’s name, Hon’ouring the holy month whose name is May. This day for battle having fittest claim Was chosen: Now, as paled the morning Gray Bleaching the skies, both Kings unsheathed their swords Their hosts enheartening with hearty words.”