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BALAKLAVA.
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Nor wait the sire to weep the sonThat bore his fortune and his pride,Nor shall the mother's wish divide   From these, her cherished one.
But tearful England holds her breath,Listening, uncomforted, their fame,Who, in the greatness of her name   Rode glorious unto death.