The Navy Hymn

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16 жыл бұрын

2008 Naval Academy Mens Glee Club visits San Antonio, Tx

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@Ereshkigal616 13 жыл бұрын

"Like" isnt strong enough to justify my feelings of chillbumps i get when i hear this song....

@3511putman 13 жыл бұрын

My father-in-law, 89, was a WWII carrier pilot who flew Avengers in the Pacific War. I dread the coming day that this will be sung for him.

@rolandrodriguez3854 4 жыл бұрын

Thankyou Dad for telling me all your stories about being a Signalman in the US Navy WW2. Passed on 10-30-13 at 89 years. Not forgotten.

@TheKraaken1 11 жыл бұрын

I spent four years in the Navy. When I was in boot camp in San Diego, I was picked for the Blujackets Choir. I can remember many a service in the main chapel at sunrise singing this hymn as the sun lit the stained glass.

@stevejenkins2893 Ай бұрын

Ditto my friend. Blue Jacket '7

@user-zq4zi3dy3c Ай бұрын

Thank you for your service! In 1970 I auditioned for the choir in San Diego but I chose to move on. That worked out ok.

@Doober110 14 жыл бұрын

Navy Vet myself... can't hear this song still without crying. Fair winds and following seas to all my felow sailors, past and present, and especially for those who gave their lives

@marilynpiepho852 2 жыл бұрын

In memory of my deceased husband John who served in the Navy for four years! I do appreciate this video! 🙏✝️♍️🎄😍

@egusmc1 12 жыл бұрын

In loving memory of LCDR Edwin G. Wedding USN (Ret). Whenever I hear this beautiful hymn I remember it being played as the recessional at my dad's memorial serviceCalm seas and a prosperous voyage, dad. You were a fine man and I will always be proud to be your son.

@bobsit1945 11 жыл бұрын

Retired Navy Corpsman and I think thawt this is the most and beautiful and moving Hymn of all time

@rattatat7978 13 жыл бұрын

My grandfather served WWII US Naval Armed Guard South Pacific. My Uncle was a Navy medic in Vietnam. thank you both for your service to this country. RIP Grandpa, thank you for protecting my freedom....may your next cruise be smooth waters and may the wind fill your sails. Love you and miss you.

@tvideo1189 8 жыл бұрын

This hymn means a lot to me and my family. Grandfather, Father, three uncles, Father-in-law... and me. When I die, this will be the only hymn played. US Navy, 26 years. CWO4, USN(Ret.)

@bob8144 6 жыл бұрын

Tvideo thank you to you and to your family for your service to our country.

@Bigbassdrum60 Жыл бұрын

As will be mine leaving my church when I am called home. AMS2 1966-1972.

@skymaster336 11 жыл бұрын

I too, am a U.S. Marine, Vietnam Veteran, and the only request I have, when I leave this Earth, is to have this beautiful hymn performed for me. I agree that it is, without a doubt, the most beautiful piece of music ever written.

@byronarnason6006 Ай бұрын

You are a patriot, erudite and Mensch. God save you.

@B1900pilot 15 жыл бұрын

I miss going to services when I was in the Navy, We always sang this hymn every Sunday as a part of the service. God Bless those that go down to the sea in ships of all nations.

@ChevyFreak63 13 жыл бұрын

@bluecollarboiler ...my father, too, was a Navy vet...a WW II/Pearl Harbor survivor...this hymn was played at his funeral in 2004...Dad died on my 53rd birthday...I tear up every time hear this sung or played. Great job, USNA Glee Club!

@Scriptor13 6 жыл бұрын

Tears are standing in my eyes. My father (class of '36) retired as a R.Adm. after serving 36 years in peace and in all conflicts from WWII to Vietnam. My entire extended family have been Naval officers for generations. Bless all members of every service and their families who spend their lives in defense of our freedom.

@kevindoyle3614 5 жыл бұрын

God Bless John McCain

@icvnationalpresident844 9 жыл бұрын

My father served from 1938 to 1966 and retired as a Commander after serving in WW II, Korea, and Vietnam. I enlisted in 1964 and retired in 1984 as a Cryptologic Technician First Class. My oldest son enlisted in 1990 and was medically retired in 1995. He was a Builder Third Class and served with the Fighting Forty. We all learned the Navy Hymn in boot camp, and to this day it holds special places in our hearts. GO NAVY!!!

@MrTincansailor 9 жыл бұрын

My 97 year old father served on a destroyer in the Pacific theater in WW2. I am also a Navy veteran. This song always brings a tear to my eye.

@tomasobroin4610 8 жыл бұрын

+Ron M (theoldwarhorse) - 4th Gen Navy Vet here - Both Grandfathers served in the Navy during WWII - one in Euro, one in Pacific. Agreed - A powerful, beautiful, moving song.

@marthakern1850 7 жыл бұрын

Thanky you so very much for your brave service to our Country!!! May God greatly bless you and your family!!!

@bw1357 6 жыл бұрын

My dad was a US Navy Chief, till the day he died 34 years after walking down the gangplank for the last time. He bled salt water when cut. God bless America and the US Navy.

@dlrkngutube8848 13 жыл бұрын

i love this country with all my life and passions. i am very proud and honored of these brave American boys fighting for our freedom,our way of life,and all that we believe about our country that make it so great. may the almighty creator take care of these brave navy seals and all our military active and retired and bless their families.and may god bless america and all of us.

@NWarty 13 жыл бұрын

From an Army soldier to my Navy brethren, God Bless You All. Absolutely beautiful song.

@JacobsOompa 15 жыл бұрын

THIS PERFORMANCE specifically is my MOST FAVORED of alll.....this exact presentation.....BRAVO....HATS OFF....Thanks so much and may GOD BLESS....KEN

@bobboy4642002 13 жыл бұрын

THANKS TO BOTH MY FATHER AND BROTHER FOR SERVING IN THE NAVY BROTHER PLAYED TRUMPET IN NAVY BAND DAD WAS A DOCTOR. DAD TAUGHT ME THE NAVY HYMN

@njeangmna4139 11 жыл бұрын

When I attended my son's boot camp graduation, the Navy choir sang a cappello 'The Lion Sleeps Tonight'. It was just beautiful and I cried. I could hear that song in my head almost every day for the following 4 yrs until my son came home from the war. God bless you all who served and to those who couldn't serve but wanted to.

@sousafan100 13 жыл бұрын

the all male chorus is wonderful in the singing of this beautiful hymn - it touches your heart and moves you to tears - what a powerful tune! - god bless all who died for our freedom!

@EatTheWeeds 15 жыл бұрын

Absolutely excellent. There is no more rich sound on earth than a mens' chorus singing one of the most heartfelt hymns of history.

@janzeyellie 12 жыл бұрын

Most beautiful hymn in existence, beautifully done.

@loisamcnulty 13 жыл бұрын

The phrasing and volume control are wonderful- makes me feel like there are waves washing over me as I listen. This hymn is so moving. My father served on the USS Enterprise(CV-6) during Doolitle's Raid in the Pacific, 1942. May he rest in peace. I remember watching President Kennedy's funeral on TV in 1963, when the Navy Hymn was played. Oh my heart.

@importpappa 12 жыл бұрын

OUTSTANDING!!! I served 23 years in the Navy and this song has, and always will give me chills. Senior Chief Petty Officer (Ret.)

@mcmjr405 15 жыл бұрын

no matter how many times I hear this it still gives me goose bumps! Majestic and haunting at the sametime!!!

@valdostaguru 9 жыл бұрын

On bhealf of my great uncle who was a Commander on a ship during Ww2, and my wifes grandfather who served in the Navy during the post Vietnam era, Thank for this beautiful song. My whole family is filled with those who serve and who have served.

@kellyjohnson2387 13 жыл бұрын

My Dad told me to make sure this song is played one day at his funeral. He is very proud of his 20 years of service and the work and adventure that was given to him by proudly serving in the US Navy. He wears his "Retired Navy" ball cap proudly everywhere he goes. Kj

@enterprisebaby 12 жыл бұрын

On behalf of my late father-in-law, a Navy veteran of WW II (Radio Airman, 2nd Class), thank you for this most moving version of a song that has always meant so much. May God continue to bless the United States of America, the Navy, and all branches of our armed forces.

@kittipride 8 жыл бұрын

Gorgeous! I am completely obsessed with this song!!

@gaupmw 12 жыл бұрын

Incredibly moving song...I had the good fortune to spend a semester at USNA as an exchange cadet from West Point, and sang with the USNA glee club during that time--what an honor to join them in singing this beautiful hymn. I cannot imagine how powerful it must feel to those who have known brave sailors and marines lost at sea....who I pray, in their last moments, alone on the vast ocean, found solace as God took their souls up in His hands, safe above the waves, their mission done.

@babsy930 13 жыл бұрын

My beloved husband passed away on October 2nd. He served 4 years in the U.S. Navy and always requested that the Navy Hymn be sung at his funeral which I had done. It was so unreal that in the early morning hours before I had him transported to the hospital where he died that evening, this song came on our radio being sung by a male soloist. Absolutely amazing. Truly God's Hand at work.

@gollnerr 12 жыл бұрын

From a 32-year Air Force Veteran, God bless and preserve the United States Navy. You have my eternal admiration and respect.

@telboy1966manu 15 жыл бұрын

I find it hard to express my admiration for your wonderful version of this amazing hymn. It is truly sublime, with wonderful harmonies, I weep in admiration of your spendid voices. Thank you from the depths of my heart x

@rbporsche914 12 жыл бұрын

This is especially moving for me. I am a USS Frank E. Evans DD-754 Survivor. The Evans was involved in a collison with the Australian Aircraft Carrier HMAS Melbourne (R-21) on 3 June 1969 in the South China Sea. The forward half of the ship sunk in less than 2 minutes, taking 74 of my shipmates with it. IN MEMORY OF THE 74 LEST WE FORGET.

@theatermike 13 жыл бұрын

my son is an USNA grad '06, and is currently in peril in the air - Air ambulance helicopter pilot in Iraq. This song has, since his first day at the academy and continues to bring tears to my eyes and a catch in my breath. One of the great songs of all times. Here's to all that serve. a proud dad.

@kendelisle 14 жыл бұрын

I served upon the carrier Ranger CVA-61 during the Vietnam War. Every time I play this hymn I have tears in my eyes. I 'am proud to have served upon her. There are some of my shipmates that I miss. This bond we have, no one can explain. You have to live it. It makes you stronger no mater what branch of service you were in. Even in civilian life you never forget what you learned and the people you were close to. Go Navy

@Ulyssestnt 13 жыл бұрын

This hymn never fails to bring a tear or two tp my eyes,its just one of those things..one of my regrets of not joining the Navy is having this played at my funeral... From a soldier to my brothers at peril on the sea.

@BenAliGtor 15 жыл бұрын

I love this hymn. It embodies the courage, virtue, and loyalty of generations of men and women who have so honorably served.

@Tikal18 12 жыл бұрын

When I served in the NAVY, I was in the navy choir and this song always gave me chills when we performed it. Such a powerful and beautiful song. Perfect for song.

@pepsiprincess48033 13 жыл бұрын

This piece of music "HAUNTED" my memory for years, from the day of President Kennedy's funeral on November 24, 1963.....and I finally found out the name of it via YAHOO ANSWERS....because they used it in TITANIC.... It has been forever engrained in my memory ever since....I was just in 7th grade at the time....and hearing it brings it all back like it was yesterday....

@MerganzerBoone 10 жыл бұрын

Thank you. From a son of a Navy Alum, and glee club member... God Bless the USA.

@BrianBinOR 13 жыл бұрын

Ten years ago today I lost my dad: Husband, father, pastor, sailor (USS Bausell DD-845). I miss him as I listen to this.

@speakswahilidammit 13 жыл бұрын

I'm from an old Royal Navy family. This hymn, beautifully sung here, is the most evocative, beautiful & haunting sound I know. I remember my poor Dad singing it in the Tanganyika, before he succumbed to malaria when I was five. He wasn't strong enough to survive the illness, due to injuries in the winter of 1942, when his Royal Navy Corvette was sunk by the Luftwaffe in the North Sea. He & seven others survived from a crew of 68. It caught up with him in Tanganyika. Pictures on my video.

@tubablaine 11 жыл бұрын

As a career Military person.....I can't listen to this without a tear in my eye...

@FlakonFraggs 11 жыл бұрын

This is a very old song dedicated to sailors around the world, armed or unarmed, fighting or at peace. A solemn prayer for all those who meet danger on the seas.

@Eaglekjg 13 жыл бұрын

To my dad who was born on 04 July, Who served on the USS Sennett (SS408) during World War II. He returned home to the Father in March 1975, Miss you Dad you made us very proud. Say hello to Mom and Grandma. Kevin and Steve

@user-yv1zu2yr6h Ай бұрын

This US Navy vet will always cherish this hymn!!

@NancyDelain 7 жыл бұрын

We sang this at my Dad's funeral. He was a WWII Navy veteran; served on Admiral Turner's flagship, was in Okinawa, and, after the war, sailed on the Missouri to the Mediterranean, specifically Turkey with the Ambassador's body. Those boys on that voyage had themselves a Good Friday audience with the Pope; that's the only time in history that a Pope has granted a non-Catholic an audience on Good Friday.

@tamiasthechipmunk 15 жыл бұрын

This ranks as one of my favorite hymns. The shear reverence is very soul striking.

@speakswahilidammit 13 жыл бұрын

My father, World War Two hero in the British Royal Navy, who died young (48 years old) because of what happened to him in the war, loved the Americans, and particularly the US Navy. He loved this hymn, & so do I.

@WhistlefanBill 10 жыл бұрын

Beautiful. Ladies and Gentlemen. that is just beautiful. Damned onions...

@richardcunningham2840 9 жыл бұрын

Got out of the Navy at the end of WW II. Every time I hear the Navy Hymn I think of the shipmates many of left behind in the Pacific.

@JacobsOompa 9 жыл бұрын

Richard Cunningham THANKS SO VERY MUCH Sir, for your untiring and dedicated service to our country. My dad served in the navy, grandpa and several uncles, my oldest son also served on the USS Essex one of 3 ships stationed off the coast of Samolia during the GULF WAR.....it was very nerve racking for us.....But the LORD FATHER was there...... GOD BLESS and THANKS AGAIN so much for your service. Ken from Orlando, Florida, USA

@richardcunningham2840 9 жыл бұрын

JacobsOompa No thanks necessary. To me it was just something that happened and my generation happened to be involved. Personally I feel those who served and are still serving in these thankless undeclared wars we've been saddled with are entitled to all the thanks they can get.

@MiaHessMusic 9 жыл бұрын

Richard Cunningham . Thank you sir, for your service. I love talking to WW2 veterans. Bless you and thank you sir. My dad was also a WW2 vet.

@DenaInWyo 9 жыл бұрын

Richard Cunningham thank you for your service. You may say "no thanks necessary" but you have my heartfelt thanks anyway. I remember the kids (and we were kids) I was stationed with during Desert Storm and there are far fewer of them I need to feel sad for leaving behind than you remember. My son is in the recruiting process right now. His father and I are both Navy vets. Nothing like what you went through. I'm proud that he will be a sailor and hopeful that he will be safe. This is a sacred song.

@richardcunningham2840 9 жыл бұрын

DenaInWyo Thanks for YOUR service. It's a real shame that people have to serve but I guess that's the way the old world turns. For myself, I'm proud of my service as I feel any should be no matter when it is. Now for a little recruiting. After your son finishes service school he could do worse than to volunteer for submarine duty. He'll make a little more money that way and from what I understand they get the best of everything. Tell him good luck!

@accousticdecay 12 жыл бұрын

Amen to all the good comments. This makes me remember my buddy who survived Pearl Harbor. He passed 2 years ago.

@Broonzfan 12 жыл бұрын

gaupmw, you're already a gentleman! Soon you'll be an officer! I was at least one of those 1968-1973---served as a weaspons officer on the most beautiful of all WW II ships, the Sumner and Gearing class DDs. Best to you, you are a credit to America. The more like you, the fewer would be our troubles.

@prissywom 10 жыл бұрын

My being from a Navy family, this makes my heart sing and be still at the same time. This is the most awe-inspiring of the military hymns.

@MrBlueStudios 15 жыл бұрын

This hymn never fails to give me goosebumps ! Awesome !

@jeanneseverin-hansen912 11 жыл бұрын

I always feel so small when I stand beside the ocean. It is so vast, so strong and myself so puny. May the Lord of All guard and protect all our fine young men & women serving everywhere, especially on the vast gray sea.

@johntingle5751 12 жыл бұрын

Have to agree with 100%. I first heard this song in '54 which was played at the end of the "Navy Log ' series. I am pretty sure it was the the Naval Academy Glee Club which sang it. Naturally, it was the all male group back then. Still haven't gotten used to the girls joining in on this number!. Jt

@willowlady 14 жыл бұрын

My grandfather,Radm.W.L.'Bull' Wright,USN Retired...Class of '25. Submarines in WWII. This was a staple in our house.It NEVER fails to raise goosebumps and a lump to my throat. For all those in peril on the sea,God grant you protection.

@lilsuzq32 12 жыл бұрын

Blessings to all our troops ... my nephew serves on the USS Wayne E Meyer, DDG-108.

@rg184511 14 жыл бұрын

hutigg, you go for it. At 17 I signed onto a deepsea tug. We got into trouble in deep seas under nasty weather. All was lost and then the Navy showed up. The hymn Amazing Grace was written by a guy in the midst of a storm. I still get chills when I see a ship dressed in battle gray. Take the recruit crap and go the distance. Best Wishes.

@UCFCamaroSS 9 жыл бұрын

Lord be with those on the sea.

@smithwesson7765 9 ай бұрын

The USN, the finest naval forces the world will ever see. Thank you.

@fw190bk1 14 жыл бұрын

Amen. Keep your studies up. And if you need help please ask. Then ask again. And again. Whatever it takes! There are a lot of people willing to help you find your dream. Just Do It! dont waste these precious years as many people have. Go Navy!

@stuckinnebraska 13 жыл бұрын

They beat this song and Anchors Aweigh into us while at Boot Camp in Great Lakes. I'm glad that they did. GO NAVY!

@socalfamilyfan53 13 жыл бұрын

God Bless our Team Six Seal brothers who lost there lives in that helicopter crash in Afganistan......protect their families....from an old corpsman who served with our beloves US Marines.

@leighparkboy 15 жыл бұрын

Born and bred in Portsmouth and so very proud.

@stormywindmill 13 жыл бұрын

This hymn always makes the hair stand up on the back of my neck, and I feel very humble

@gonzo95682 7 жыл бұрын

To all you men and women that served my humble thanks will never be enough.

@thebigJM92 14 жыл бұрын

No problems friend. They do this hymn great credit! Sung just how it should be, i was very impressed!

@iBlake 16 жыл бұрын

This is fantastic. This is one song that sounds best when performed as true as possible. All the other videos with marching bands just ruin the song. Great job.

@stephenhyip 10 жыл бұрын

The tuxedo is the long-established concert attire for classical vocal performers. This is clearly a concert setting, hence the tuxes. I'm sure they would wear uniforms to perform for a military function. There is no liberal conspiracy behind the attire in this video. I'm a musician, a practicing Catholic, and a law student who intends on applying to Navy JAG next year, so I doubt I'm one of the "deranged fascist atheists" you referred to. God bless and Go Navy. Excellent performance, sirs.

@johntingle5751 12 жыл бұрын

There will be a special rendition of the Hymn at the Kennedy Center next February in honor of the President and his family, who so loved the sentiments expressed in the song. Happy also that other services are adopting the song because of its melody and meaning for all thsoe who leave our shores via air, sea and land. May God bless our servicemen who protect us day and night all over the world. John

@DDAVO7 14 жыл бұрын

AWESOME; great song and great performance.

@telboy1966manu 14 жыл бұрын

This is a truly stunning and moving rendition of a beautiful hymn, kudos to all involved. Can we have a professionally done version where we can hear all these wonderful singers on CD to enjoy again and again?!?!? PLEASE!!!!

@telboy1966manu 13 жыл бұрын

WONDERFUL, just wonderful. Thank you

@sylviaroland7530 10 жыл бұрын

Absolutely beautiful!

@DaylightRobberyCA 15 жыл бұрын

Just as I remember it. Excellent. Excellent.

@genfre 12 жыл бұрын

@jillgivler I was 18 when John F. Kennedy was assassinated, and I remember so well the performance of this ineffably moving hymn. Every time I have heard it since then I have thought of that very grim day in our nation's history.

@hpylori7 13 жыл бұрын

Touching....trying to hold back the tears.

@Moffatwv 14 жыл бұрын

God bless you, hutigg. The Naval Academy is a magnificent place and the U.S. Navy is a fine way to serve your country.

@jtbutler 14 жыл бұрын

The church is the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Little Flower in San Antonio, Texas. The group is the '09 Naval Academy Mens' Glee Club.

@Madisonrvr 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks for posting. My brother serves on the USS Maine, at sea right now and thinking about him--and missing him too, and he's missing his 2 year old son and 2 month old daughter and wife. God Bless the US Navy.

@Remember1864 7 жыл бұрын

In memory of Radioman 3rd Class, Francis Louis Waters - USS Kershaw (APA-176). WWII.

@mitchyoung8791 5 жыл бұрын

Comms, man comms, pretty much the most important thing.

@guideonshortie 15 жыл бұрын

thank you and you are ever so welcomed.

@thebigJM92 14 жыл бұрын

Glad to see that the Mariner's Hymn is popular in the US as well (though i see it is called the Navy Hymn over there). You can thank the English clergyman William Whiting for this hauntingly beautiful hymn, written in 1860 it still rings true today. Great respect to all those who have died on the sea defending and feeding the world, whether they be British, American or from anywwhere else.

@stormywindmill 14 жыл бұрын

Thank you for posting , I always find this a very moving Hymn.

@drjazzisme 12 жыл бұрын

This is so moving...Im so pleased your services have pulled out of Afghanistan,you lost so many there.And its about time ours got out as well...Happy Christmas and Peaceful 2012 to you all from the UK.

@oldgattonian2 15 жыл бұрын

Hymns of William Whiting (1825 - 1876) was an English writer and hymnist, best known for his 1860 hymn Eternal Father strong to save (often called "The Navy Hymn", used by the Royal Navy for church services and later adopted by the USN).

@RalphDman 13 жыл бұрын

Naval Aviator, LT (JG) Charles A. James, Jr USNR( Ret) flew the PB4Y-1 (B-24) in the Pacific during WW 2 . Chuck, my dearest old friend, hit the deck for the last time on August 5, 2010. Thank you for your service. Anchors Aweigh, Bombs Away and R.I.P.

@408knw 12 жыл бұрын

Fabulous. Superb. Profoundly moving. Well done!

@Manbeast222 13 жыл бұрын

@speakswahilidammit The U.S. and Royal Navys were always close in relations and respect, I'm barely going to basic training but I look forward to serving with the Royal Navy to help alongside. Thanks to your family for their service, Go NAVY

@knoxvilleguy2 13 жыл бұрын

@kjbeauty - Just like my dad. He was also a member of the Seabees in Guadalcanal. He never thought that patriotism or love of country was " out of fashion ", " square " or " uncool ".