A 1917 popular song.
Words by J. Will Callahan.
Music by Frank H. Grey.
The sheet music:
Accompaniment by James Pitt-Payne:
Lyrics
- Awake! ye sons of America
A ruthless foe endangers
Gird on the Armor of righteousness
To fear let all be strangers
For trueborn sons of Freedom’s land
Can never brook indignities
Our allies fight for truth and right
Let’s join their ranks on land and seas
Chorus
Be a true American
And go where duty calls
Let love of country be the first
No matter what befalls
Columbia now needs your devotion
Then show her you’re a man
Be brave and join today
- Arise! ye sons of America
And strike for home and nation
The God of Freedom is guiding us
The world gives approbation
Let foemen tremble when they see
Our starrry flag so glorious
And let them fear each time they hear
Our battle cry victorious