Jack Of The Ninth Brigade - song lyrics 
American Old-time song lyrics from www.traditionalmusic.co.uk 
JACK OF THE NINTH BRIGADE. Copyright, 1891, by Willis Woodward & Co. Words and Music by Henry J. Sayers. 
Our country was calling defenders to arms! was the cry, loud and clear; Disturbing the calm of our village, with fears for our old flag so dear. Jack Ross and I were true comrades, always in sunshine and shade, [Brigade. So together we shoulder'd our muskets, and march d to the front with toe Ninth 
Chorus. Comrades were we together, in sunshine and stormy weather; Loving each other, oh, show me another like Jack of the Ninth Brigade. 
And whether on march or in conflict, dear Jack at my side could be found; Sharing our changeful fortunes, yes, comrades, in friendship fast bound. But one day o'ermatched in close combat, I thought life fast nearing its end. The fatal thrust came to Jack, not to me, Jack gave up his life for his friend.-Cho.