It was sung at Ronald Reagan's funeral, and adopted with new lyrics by labor radicals. John Updike quoted it in the title of one of his novels, and George W. Bush had it performed at the memorial ...

Poet and abolitionist Julia Ward Howe rewrote the lyrics to one of America's most patriotic songs, the "Battle Hymn of the ...

Glory! Glory! Hallelujah!, voices cry out against a steadily marching beat and victorious trumpet blasts. It is the swelling sound of the “Battle Hymn of the Republic,” a timeless song that inspires ...

Prologue -- The besieged city -- A rich crimson -- "The glorious freedom of His gospel" -- Righteous war and holy peace -- The Anglo-American "Battle Hymn -- The valor of righteousness -- The sacred ...

Poet, philosopher, and suffragist Julia Ward Howe wrote a rallying cry in 1861 that would resonate for more than a century—echoing through the Civil Rights Movement and beyond.

July 4 holds a special place in American history. The anniversary of the Declaration of Independence is foremost among the ...

Yolanda Adams performs “Battle Hymn of the Republic” at the 2025 A Capitol Fourth. Four-time Grammy-winner Yolanda Adams performs one of America’s most powerful anthems, “Battle Hymn of the Republic” ...

On Saturday, thousands gathered around Washington, D.C. to celebrate the 250th birthday of the United States Army. Thanks to the White House, the celebration was more than a speech as it included ...

This clip from Jazz Beat features the Joe Negri Trio performing "Battle Hymn of the Republic". This clip from Jazz Beat features the Joe Negri Trio performing "Battle Hymn of the Republic". It was ...