‘Rule, Britannia!’ is a patriotic British song, originating from the poem ‘Rule, Britannia’ by James Thomson and set to music by Thomas Arne in 1740. The central theme of the song is a...

In 1751 Mallet re-used the text of "Rule, Britannia!", omitting three of the original six stanzas and adding three new ones by Lord Bolingbroke, to form the repeated chorus of the comic song …

Lyrics from the online Hymnal. Enjoy the lovely words and lyrics of Rule, Britannia! , the traditional, classic hymn and Patriotic song. This Printable version of Rule, Britannia! is a hymn …

Jan 23, 2024 · While a popular choice in many British classical concerts, ‘Rule Britannia’ has become controversial due to its associations with slavery and colonialism. Here’s a look at the …

May 1, 2023 · Originating in the 1740s ' Rule, Britannia!' was written by Scottish poet James Thomson, and was set to music by Thomas Augustine Arne, who also composed the music for …

Jun 24, 2016 · Britannia rule the waves; The dread and envy of them all. |:Rule, Britannia! Britannia rule the waves; Serves but to root thy native oak. |:Rule, Britannia! Britannia rule the …

When Britain first, at Heaven's command Arose from out the azure main; This was the charter of the land, And guardian angels sang this strain: "Rule, Britannia! rule the waves: "Britons never …

Oct 3, 2025 · "Rule, Britannia!" is a patriotic British national song with lyrics by James Thomson and music by Thomas Arne.

CHO: Rule Britannia! Britannia rules the waves Britons never, never, never shall be slaves. The nations, not so blest as thee Must, in their turns to tyrants fall Must, in their turns to tyrants fall …

And guardian a-a-angels sang this strain: Rule Britannia! Britannia rule the waves Britons never, never, never shall be slaves. Rule Britannia! Britannia rule the waves. Britons never, never, …