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ODE TO A FRENCH REGIMENT
On finding they had left behind more Stores than we had bargained for
DEAR Allies, whom we were relieving, When we came to the line from our rest,We came to you fondly believing You would take us and give us your best.You gave us your wine in full measure, Your rum and your coffee was nice,And as an additional pleasure You left us your lice.
Oh, lice full of vigour and beauty, That rove where the rich blood was spilt,Do you really believe it your duty To make your abode in my kilt?Do you honestly think my suspenders A fit place to take your repose,
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