Always stand on the Union side       (midi)

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1. Always stand on the Union side, and battle for the right,

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with conscience clear, we'll laugh at fear,

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in the midst of the boldest fight.

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Why turn against our native land, the mother whom we love,

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who ever rules with gentle hand, till children recreant prove?

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Always stand on the Union side, and battle for the right.

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With conscience clear, we'll laugh at fear,

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in the midst of the boldest fight.

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2. Always stand on the Union side, and "keep your powder dry,"

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we'll soon rejoice both far and wide to see secession die.

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'Tis better in defense of truth, to be both brave and bold,

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than side with traitors and at last be left out in the cold.

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3. Always stand on the Union side, 'tis better, as you see,

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heav'n will crown our gallant arms, with Union victory!

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If you would have your children learn, to speak with holy pride,

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of this their dear beloved land! Stand on the Union side!

+ CHORUS + G - D - G C - D - G (capo 1st) (M.C. Bisbee)