Written for Andrew Gregg Curtin, Governor of Pennsylvania during the Civil War. Music and lyrics by M.C.Bisbee, 1863. Lyrics: Always stand on the Union side, And battle for the right, With conscience clear, we'll laugh at fear In the midst of the boldest fight, Why turn against our native land, The mother whom we love? Who ever rules with gentle hand, Till children recreant prove? Always stand on the Union side, And battle for the right, With conscience clear, we'll laugh at fear In the midst of the boldest fight. Always stand on the Union side, And "keep your powder dry." We'll soon rejoice both far and wide To see secession die, 'Tis better in defense of truth, To be both brave and bold, Than side with traitors and at last Be left out in the cold. Always stand on the Union side, And battle for the right, With conscience clear, we'll laugh at fear In the midst of the boldest fight. Always stand on the Union side, 'Tis better, as you see, Heav'n will crown our gallant arms, With Union victory! If you would have your children learn, To speak with holy pride, Of this their dear beloved land! Stand on the Union side! Always stand on the Union side, And battle for the right, With conscience clear, we'll laugh at fear In the midst of the boldest fight.
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