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The Conquered

On side of mountain down

or washed upon idol shore

Armed with kingly crown

and book by which they swore

No matter how long ago

they remember their dreams

because of reflective echos

from saddened streams

Some may float

while others sink

but no matter your coat

we thirst the same drink

Those who slept in the hold

covered by prayers that weep

wondered why they were sold

and who would their souls keep

I see what you see

though we are not agreed

I will forever set them free

and love no matter their seed

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Written by
mark-lecuona
American
Published
Mar 15, 2015
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20·96
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#immigrants#imperialism#colonialism
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