Author John Masefield Though we are ringed with spears, though the last hope is gone,Romans stand firm, the Roman dead look on.Before our sparks of life blow back to him who gave,Burn clear, brave hearts, and light our pathway to the grave. Tags Short Poems Rate this poem Select ratingGive it 1/5Give it 2/5Give it 3/5Give it 4/5Give it 5/5 No votes yet Rate Log in or register to post comments