02459cam a22003253u 4500 22626 UtSlPG 20260610133524.0 m cr n 260607r2007||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 17023219 UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Sprague, Charles, 1791-1875 An ode An ode : pronounced before the inhabitants of Boston, September the 17th, 1830, at the centennial celebration of the settlement of the city Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2007 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2007-09-16 Produced by Bryan Ness, David Wilson and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net "An ode : pronounced before the inhabitants of Boston, September the…" by Charles Sprague is a poetic address delivered at the Centennial Celebration of Boston's settlement in the early 19th century. As a historical account, this work embodies themes of gratitude, remembrance, and reflection on the sacrifices made by the city's founders and the Pilgrims. It captures the spirit of the period and celebrates the ideals of freedom and faith that shaped the city's legacy. In this ode, Sprague eloquently recounts the struggles and triumphs of the Pilgrims who settled in America, invoking a sense of reverence for their journey across the sea and their courageous establishment of a new home amidst hardship. He acknowledges the interplay between freedom and faith, lamenting the plight of Indigenous peoples while celebrating the resilience of the settlers. The poem emphasizes a commitment to honor the founding principles of liberty and charity, while also urging contemporary readers to remember the sacrifices of the past and aspire to uphold the values that forged their nation. By intertwining historical tribute with moral reflection, Sprague's ode serves as a poignant reminder of the interconnectedness of American history and the ongoing responsibility of its citizens. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Boston (Mass.) -- Centennial celebrations, etc. https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/22626 63743 63743