2.4M views · 1.2K reactions | The United States Army Field Band performs "Battle Hymn of the Republic". Lyrics by Julia Ward Howe; Music by William Steffe; Setting by Peter J. Wilhousky and Arranged by James Neilson. Led by First Lieutenant Alexandra Borza. | The United States Army Field Band | Facebook

With Fourth of July weekend upon us, learn about the history of the Battle Hymn of the Republic, written by abolitionist and activist Julia Ward Howe during the American Civil War. This song is heavily influenced by the Bible and demonstrates how people throughout the ages have been influenced by the Bible! | Museum of the Bible