Broadside

Then up spoke our captain with stern resolution,
Saying, "Boys, of this monster, now, don't be afraid (dismayed)
We've sworn to maintain our beloved Constitution,
And to die for our country we are not afraid'"

Our noble ship fired, our guns dreadfully thundered;
Our shot on the Rebel like hail we did pour.
The people on shore gazed, struck with terror and wonder,
As our shot struck her side and glanced harmlessly o'er.