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it is God's will that we should die, we must die ; but 

 let us try our best, and we may reach the sea in 

 safety ! " I was afraid a panic would seize them, and 

 all would be lost; but the brave lads, although 

 struck with horror, and fully comprehending the 

 gravity of the situation, stood their ground. 



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