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Marines do
not have a song. Marines have a hymn.
The Marines' Hymn
is symbolic of the very best our nation
has to offer in defense of the land we
love. For Marines it is all about
Principles, Values and Virtues.
The Marines' Hymn
is a tribute to warriors and honoring
the sacrifice, courage and proud battle
history of the Corps. Its verses tell of
the honor and glory Marines have earned
in battles on every conceivable foreign
shore and leaves no doubt as to the
singular mission and passion of the
Marine Corps. In fact, British Prime
Minister Sir Winston Churchill so highly
regarded the virtue and fighting prowess
of the U.S. Marines that he often
recited from memory all three verses for
other heads of state.
When The Marines'
Hymn is played, United States Marines
stand at attention. It is not unusual to
see Marines become emotional at the
playing of the Hymn. They silently show
their pride in their fellow Marines,
their Corps, their Country, their
heritage, and their hymn. Of all Marine
traditions, the Marine Hymn is one of
the most revered by members of the
Corps.
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The History of The Marines' Hymn
The Marines'
Hymn
From the Halls
of Montezuma
to the Shores of Tripoli,
We fight our country's battles
In the air, on land, and sea.
First to fight for right and
freedom,
And to keep our honor clean,
We are proud to claim the title
of United States Marine.
Our flag's
unfurl'd to every breeze
From dawn to setting sun;
We have fought in every clime and
place
Where we could take a gun.
In the snow of far-off northern
lands
And in sunny tropic scenes,
You will find us always on the job
The United States Marines.
Here's health
to you and to our Corps
Which we are proud to serve;
In many a strife we've fought for
life
And never lost our nerve.
If the Army and the Navy
Ever look on Heaven's scenes,
They will find the streets are
guarded
By United States Marines. |
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