The Marine's Hymn

Performed by Victor Military Band
Recorded c. February 1942

From the Halls of Montezuma
To the shores of Tripoli
We fight our country's battles
On land and on the 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.

If the Army and the Navy
Ever look on Heaven's scenes,
They will find the streets are guarded
By the United States Marines.

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