The battered tower stands stark white
Against the fiery chaotic skiesAll through the catastrophic night
The battered tower stands stark whiteAs city, land and wood burns bright
When hope for democracy diesThe battered tower stands stark white
Against the fiery chaotic skies©RedCat
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