Triumph

Who never lost, are unprepared
A coronet to find;
Who never thirsted, flagons
And cooling tamarind.

Who never climbed the weary league
Can such a foot explore
The purple territories
On Pizarro`s shore?

How many legions overcome?
The emperor will say.
How many colors taken
On Revolution day?

How many bullets bearest?
The royal scar hast thou?
Angels, write "Promoted"
On this soldier`s brow!