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In the poem it is a reference to Psalm 23 from the Bible. It is suggesting that the soldiers face death in their charge.
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Soldiers from an army unit on horseback.
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Unhappy and disappointed.
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To make a bad mistake.
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An attack in which soldiers run forward suddenly.
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A unit of length that we do not use anymore. It is about three miles in distance.
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A lot of bullets shot at the same time.
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Honest and brave.
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To show great respect for someone or something.
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A bomb fired from a large gun or cannon.
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A heavy sword with a wide, usually curved blade, used in the past by soldiers on horses.
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To break something apart.
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To lose your balance, often because of being hit by something or someone.
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Not frightened of taking risks.
