My dad is a big fan of the"Hymn Makers" CDs and after listening to such songs with him every now and then on our front porch, I have grown out to love them.Hymns are what I go by now! Reminds me of good memories.
Thank you Aritul for your kind comment. I happen to occasionally write poetry and love maritime and naval history including shipwrecks, underwater archaeology, maritime/naval medical history and marine arts of all types. Customary law of the sea which emobdies traditionally Judeo-Christian ethic of the value of a single life goes back well before modern international laws.
The cruel sea epitomizes the unforgivining nature of the oceans in particular in relationship to all persons traversing above, on and or under the surface of such waters. The terrible beauty of the sea with its power, its majesty, it rolling lyricism and its natural food basket for man historically is countered by this unforgiving nature of what constitutes the vast bulk of the earth's surface: water. The explicit paradox of water as essential sustainer of life and also taker of same is huge.
played at my fathers funeral, but i dont feel sad as i want it at mine. this is a hymn for hard men (and women) facing the hardest nature can give, many lost their lives at sea but by the lord they lived
Still brings a lump to the throat and a tear to me eye. My Grandfather, Morris Jones, ex RN, died this day in 1997. He was a proud sailor to the end, who was very sheltered about his experiences to the end.
I am a proud retired member oif both Royal and Merchant Navies and I love this hymn which is for ALL sailors, everywhere, of whatever creed, colour or patriotism. God bless you all!
My father was serving aboard a US Naval carrier. I salute all the US Naval entlisted men and officers who served and gave their lives unselfishly for our blessed nation The UNITED STATES OF AMERICA! Long may our flag wave.
Remember hearing this for the first time in 1974, at Parris Island, SC, in USMC boot camp. It touches with the same power today as it did then when first heard as a young man.
A reminder that the USN & USMC were founded upon many customs and traditions that came from the Royal Navy and Royal Marines. Customs and traditions likewise shared by our Australian and Canadian cousins.
@IRememberTheOldDays Yes, let's keep the bonds strong. I think that among the average citizens, the bond IS strong. That's why the popularity of movies, TV shows, actors, bands, books, etc. can pass between the UK, Australia & NZ, Canada and the U.S. so easily. Let's not allow the occasional stupidity of our Governments to tug on the strong ties that actually bind us.
When I was at University (in a seaside town) where the local lifeboat was kept pretty busy. Whenever it was stormy, the local Church would always sing this lovely hymn.
Although not a Navy veteran, I am a frustrated Naval Officer at heart!
My grandfather served in the U.S. Navy, 1906-1912, and in the Army 1917-20. My father in the USAF, 1950-1954. My grandson served in the U.S. Navy, 2002-2006. My father-in-law was a merchant seaman who sailed on the Murmansk Run during WW2.
I was in the U.S. Navy for 16 months, 1981-1982. "Eternal Father" evokes memories, both fond and painful, of that time, as does nothing else.
My Great Uncle was killed aboard HMS Tempest (submarine) along with many others in the second world war. It was crippled by the Italian ship The Circe but after an attempt to tow the Submarine, it suddenly sank, taking many men down with it. Every time I hear this song on remembrance day, my Great Uncles story comes to life.
I made sure that this was the final hymn played at my father's funeral service, which was held at the Naval Academy's chapel. He and his classmates fought from Pearl Harbor to Tokyo. Those who were still here and fit attended the services. I swear there wasn't a dry eye in the chapel after The Navy Hymn was sung. For those who have served, such as myself, The Hymn has especial meaning, given the precariousness of life at sea, but I even think the civvies understood it's significance as well.
40 years after stints on two carriers, and this beautiful hymn still brings tears to my eyes and shivers down my spine. May all who rest in the deep, rest in peace never to be disturbed.
What a beautiful tribute to all naval forces in the world. Here in USA, this song is also well known and is sung at funerals of naval veterans. I notice in this video they have mention in the credits to American as well as British, Canadian, Australian, and New Zealand navies.
From a Marine Vietnam combat veteran. Thank you Navy for the wonderful support. You saved so many of our lives and lost so many of your own. Never think the Corps does not appreciate your sacrifices. Semper Fi, Navy.
God bless all the sailors of the world's seas, those whom feed us, those whom keep us, those whom save us. Have them all return safe to the bulwarks of our hearts from across the fiery deep. Remember then the men who have no grave but the sea. She is keeping them but they are not gone. An eternal thankyou to Piddflicks .
I wonder if the 9 dislikes so far are the thugs involved in the recent UK riots, maybe not but anyone who doesn't like this has something basically wrong with them and should be ashamed of themselves!
U.S.Navy sailor that met many Brit sailors in the Med in 1967, then sailed in the Gulf of Tonkin in 1968.
Cannot say enough about how much I respect the Greatest Generation sailors of WWII, be they Yanks, Canadian or Brits. Only one who has been at sea in tough times can truly appreciate the ordeals these men endured and overcame.
This hymn is a constant source of inspiration to me. Thanks for the great video to go with it, and God Bless All naval vets that have served their country!l
I get goose bumps every time I hear this , my Father John Reidie was in the army not the navy but he did his bit for our country in Burma fighting the Japanese . God bless all our service men and women . GR
Beautiful, touching hymn..always makes me very emotional when I hear it. My DAD, brother and husband were all Navy men. This was also played at President Kennedy's funeral.
Hoping to join the Merchant Navy as a deck officer soon, and I have nothing but the greatest admiration for the lads flying the white ensign. Not remotely religious, quite the opposite, but this always reduces me to tears. May all our dead at sea, military and civilian, rest and never be forgotten.
US Navy Diver veteran here who wishes to extend my gratitude to my British brothers who have served and continue to serve. May the Lord continue to protect you. To speakswahilidammit, my prayers are with your family. You should be very proud of your father's loyalty, honor and commitment. He and others who sacrificed are not forgotten and will never be forgotten.
@DrMarianus My Father-in-Law, Arthur (Gary) Sanders, sadly yesterday, 18th July 2011, he served aboard the HMS Beagle during WW2 and was so very proud of his naval career. We loved him dearly and will miss him - this song will be a perfect memorial hymn to sing at his funeral. Thank you, Wendy, Mick, Gill
My Dad, a Cornishman from Truro, was decorated with the DSM by King George v! for saving 3 shipmates, including the captain, my Dad being the last man to leave the ship, and single-handedly shooting down 3 Dorniers off the coast of Grimsby in 1942. Men like him are largely forgotten. He died in Tanganyika aged 48, due to war injuries, assisted by malaria, 11 years after leaving the RN. I was five, & we were in the bush in Tanganyika. I never felt our loss was understood. But God Bless the RN!
@piddflicks Thank you. Life might not be much, but it's all we have, & giving it for your people, your country, your belief, is a great thing. Long live our heroes, and the UK!
@speakswahilidammit I thank your father and may we all meet him in heaven. Though not a war veteran, I am a US NAVY submarine veteran who spent some time in your beautiful Scotland in the 70's. I thank him and the thousands of others that without their sacrifice we would not enjoy the freedom or liberty we have.
@speakswahilidammit God bless your Dad for his service and to you and your family for helping to keep his memory alive. My Dad was a career US Marine and served on Guadalcanal during WWII, while my wife's parents and brother were captured by the Japanese in Hong Kong and spent WW II as POWs. Our parents' generation (yours and ours) were truly courageous giants and should never be forgotten.
@atursix Many thanks for that. God bless your family too, & your wife's. BTW, my dad's cousin, after whom I take my writing name in my book, 'Speak Swahili, Dammit!' (James Penhaligon), grew up with my dad in Truro, Cornwall, & became a Major in the army in his thirties...only to be killed by a Japanese soldier in Burma, while serving with the Chindits, in the last week of the war.
@speakswahilidammit , 'their name liveth for evermore'. As it says on the King's commemorative scroll for my grandfather (killed in the Normandy landings) 'May his sacrifice help to bring the peace and freedom for which he died'.
@speakswahilidammit sorry to ear you lost your dad in such a manner, those who live on due to the efforts of him and others who fought in WW2 salute him!
@cajohnson1234 Thank you! Yes, such men gave their all, which contrasts so much with many others who live greedy, self-serving lives. But we know, & that's what matters!
@speakswahilidammit men like your father are never ever forgotten , they live in the hearts of oak of every british sailor . god bless him and every man who served his country at sea .
Oh, what an amazing song! The voices seem to soar on waves of air, as if sailing at sea. This song makes me choke up and brings tears to my eyes. I don't know if it's about the solemn sadness associated with remembrance from those who served with steadfast duty and perished, or the noble sentiment of dignity and respect for those who serve now in perilous situations. Perhaps, it's both. Either way, thank you. ...and thanks to those who have served, Lest We Forget.
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this is the best of youtube on the navy hymn. I am a musician, and would appreciate knowing from mr. benton the source of the very final instrumental arrangement and/or
This hymn will be sung today at my church as we bless a new keyboard to the memory of my brother, Michael. He died in January after a 40 battle with diabetes. This is special to me as my husband was in the Navy and we live on an island. God bless my brother.
this is a beautiful, i'm an ex sea cadet who lost a friend at sea and this was played at his funeral, i'm glad to see there are people like you who respect the risk people take at sea god bless you i have alot of respect for people like you
I grew up with the sound of fog horns in my ears warning the river boats. We had real pea soupers in those days and this hymn was always sung at assembly and we said prayers for those at sea. Lovely memories. Surely a timeless hymn
My son has just returned on HMS Cumberland ( April 16th 2011) and he told me that this was the last hymn ever to be sung on her decks. HMS Cumberland is being decomissioned and had just returned from Libya. God Bless all out dear service men and women.
@piddflicks As a matter of interest I just read that the Choir's cathedral at Ely "is known locally as 'the ship of the Fens', because of its prominent shape that towers above the surrounding flat and watery landscape."
@hildrethbird I cannot bear to watch vessels returning home to be decommissioned. What dreadful folly! I had thought that the Tories stood for Britain and its defence. All our politicians are now 'little people'. Yes, this hymn reflects the long connecion of our nation with the sea. God bless all in the Royal Navy. We are all so small when faced with the might of the sea.
Great hymn, and unfortunately little-known by Americans. Salute to sailors! What suffering they endured in WWII!!!! See 'Victory at Sea' series to know!!
@MrLamontSanford Little known by Americans? They sang this song at prayers every Sunday in my ship's chapel and it was also sung at my boot camp graduation. I come from a Navy family and this song has always been well known to us at least.
@tbreton87 You're from a naval family -that's why you know this, and of course your shipmates will know it. Most people probably don't. I heard it playing in Columbia Harbour House restaurant -Liberty Square -in the Magic Kingdom. Little things like that make the MK a charm. I guess if I asked most people what the tune is they would not know it! It certainly is not part of the repertoire of songs we were taught in school. Too bad!
@MrLamontSanford English as far as I know, it was written by a man named William Whiting. England and the US are the only two countries whose Navy's use it though. Our Marine Corps does as well.
That was a really great way to honour your great uncle- I now reside in New Zealand, and my Grandfather served in the RN during WWII. I know that he served on the Suffolk, but I am unsure as to the other ships he served on. He came to New Zealand after the war and was a shipwright. Thanks for posting.
Very stirring music , I remember singing the words to The Recessional by Rudyard Kipling to this music when in Primary School. Sadly , it is not on the net.
Thank you for posting this beautiful version of the the hymn. I learned in school when I was ten and it has always been a favorite. I have been thinking of the people of Japan and especially the words:
@ScriptioContinua My dad was a British naval officer and we sang this at his funeral almost 10 years ago to the day. I am now in Japan with my Japanese husband and three children. I am showing my 4 year old son this video right now to introduce him to one of the most important songs for me. Your comment has brought me to tears. Thank you for your thoughts and I know the people of Japan appreciate it.
@ScriptioContinua My dad was a British naval officer and we sang this at his funeral almost 10 years ago to the day. I am now in Japan with my Japanese husband and three children. I am showing my 4 year old son this video right now to introduce him to one of the most important songs for me. Your comment has brought me to tears. Thank you for your thoughts and I know the people of Japan appreciate it. I certainly do.
The people of Britain are eternaly greatful to our Canadian cousins for what you did for us in World War Two - without Canada we would have starved, it is such a shame that the younger generations of Britons and Canadians do not seem to understand the importance of the history and relationship.
actually sailingforde04 it was the Canadian Merchant Navy, as a member of the Commonwealth, who lost many hands keeping the UK alive with supplies well before the US joined the war and they continued to do so, and not just in WW2 but also WW1. In WW2 more than 45,000 Canadian lost their lives, many of them were Merchant Navy personnel
@mattmd69 There's a reason we sailors are required to salute all merchant sailors and marines, they do now and have done they're part in the past, too many people don't know the history of it all.
My late father was a "Tin Can" sailor in the North Atlantic during WWII. I was young when he showed me this hymn in his "Blue Jackets Manual" this is a hymn for ALL seamen.
Beautiful hymn! My Grandad was in the Merchant Navy and served on the Light Ships in WWII. He was a Cornish lad and went to the Sea Training School in Liverpool when he was 14. He thankfully survived the war and instilled in me a love of a drop of the old rum and black! God Bless you Grandad!
Not the Navy, but no one can dispute their rights to be seen as heroes of the sea. And their rights to this song. RIP the crew of the Broughty Ferry Lifeboat that sank with no survivors 1959. Thank you to all who risk their lives on the sea to save others.
@nacho1560 The Mona went out in the most horrible conditions imaginable, gales and giant waves, yet did not fail to make the effort to save those in peril. And did, they survived, but the Mona lost every single man. Surely bravery of the highest possible kind.
Merchant Navy Day Sept 3rd,,,,,,,, I have bookmarked this video for future wreath laying ceremony OK? As a Merchant Navy WW2 vet. I salute our white ensign brothers
!Never ever let it be forgotten the price paid by the men that sailed under the Red Duster
@roibaird7 I'm only 21, and so obviously not a WWII Vet of any kind, but I am going to Maine Maritime Academy now and I am very interested in WWII History. I do what I can to keep it in peoples minds.
@roibaird7 In WW2 Merchant seafarers had a shorter life expectancy than soldiers on the front line. Very brave men indeed. Special mention to the fishermen of Leigh on Sea in Essex, who gave their lives during the Dunkirk evacuation.
Never forget the Merchant Mariners who served their countries in the trading sea lanes. They are defenceless, and it is the role of the fighting navy to protect them.
All mariners hold a proud tradition of the sea: God almighty is the final protector.
This song evokes strong memories to those of us who shipped an angry sea, no matter what nationality, and no matter naval or merchant. It's haunting tune and mournful lyrics touch our very soul, and reminds us of how helpless and small we are in the scheme of nature. It is a prayer for our brothers long past, and for those who are still In Peril On The Sea.
Well said higfny, in defense of the Naval hymn . A proud ship, the HMS Jervis Bay. Russian forces were in dire need of supplies to win over the Germans, and convoys like PQ 17 got them there. They sent British and American aid of all sorts. These convoys paid a terrible price getting past German U boats and planes.. .
@GravityPowerful well, it's said that being powerful is like being a lady. If you have to tell people you are, you aren't. And if you've had total command of the worlds seas for 4 centuries (as is the case of the combined fleets of britain and the US), they probably don't feel the need to shout about it.
But this is a hymn to all who has been lost at sea, and all who sails it, whatever nation. I love it, not only is it beautiful, but it also puts me in a mindset similar to when i'm on the sea
@sr633 or the AMC HMS Jervis Bay who attacked Scheer all by herself to save her convoi. But mostly, I'm reminded about Cape Matapan, where Cunningham saved as many as he could of the enemy, and then radioed and guaranteed safe passage for a rescue ship to save the rest. True brotherhood of the sea, respect for all, and gallantry in war.
Beautiful version of the hymn. It always brings a lump to my throat, mostly due to my serving on a hospital ship, USS Sanctuary off the coast of Vietnam in 1970. LT, USN (ret'd). I often think of the many men we saved, of all branches, but particularly those we lost.... on the sea.
VladimirVolkhov, very sorry for the lost of cousin on the Kursk. Vlad, no matter what country you are from Tovarach, we are all brothers in arms. Seamen are always brothers. Respect to you always Vladimir.
My dad is a big fan of the"Hymn Makers" CDs and after listening to such songs with him every now and then on our front porch, I have grown out to love them.Hymns are what I go by now! Reminds me of good memories.
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Drikodjf26 6 days ago
what version/choir is this? i cannot find the lyrics that match this song.
frogman004 1 week ago
@frogman004 the Choir of Men and Boys at Ely Cathedral
TubaMirabilis123 4 days ago
RIP those who died on the Costa Concordia. So unnecessary.
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I sing with the Norsemen of the Sons of Norway lodge here in Eugene Oregon. We sing thing beautiful song among other songs.
organichealthycoffee 1 week ago
Thank you Aritul for your kind comment. I happen to occasionally write poetry and love maritime and naval history including shipwrecks, underwater archaeology, maritime/naval medical history and marine arts of all types. Customary law of the sea which emobdies traditionally Judeo-Christian ethic of the value of a single life goes back well before modern international laws.
hospitalship1 1 week ago
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Resolana404 1 week ago
To the 800 soldiers who died aboard HMT Leopoldville 12/25/1944. Forgotten by many, remembered by few.
Fennec2828 2 weeks ago
The cruel sea epitomizes the unforgivining nature of the oceans in particular in relationship to all persons traversing above, on and or under the surface of such waters. The terrible beauty of the sea with its power, its majesty, it rolling lyricism and its natural food basket for man historically is countered by this unforgiving nature of what constitutes the vast bulk of the earth's surface: water. The explicit paradox of water as essential sustainer of life and also taker of same is huge.
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@hospitalship1 Very poetically written.
Aritul 1 week ago
To all the brave men of HMS Glowworm who died on 8th April 1940.
drage1862 3 weeks ago
Beautiful. Thank you.
lollyclan 3 weeks ago
song this song many times
14mead 1 month ago
For my Father, for Titus Sr(RIP),Titus Jr,Raymond,Jimmy G.,Warren, Gary,Billy, Jimmy I. and MSP D. Miller(RIP)
maldmc2 1 month ago
i was and forever will be bm. when people ask me what have you done. i say i served in the united states navy.
gfyiceman23 1 month ago
played at my fathers funeral, but i dont feel sad as i want it at mine. this is a hymn for hard men (and women) facing the hardest nature can give, many lost their lives at sea but by the lord they lived
goatfarmerrich 1 month ago 3
Still brings a lump to the throat and a tear to me eye. My Grandfather, Morris Jones, ex RN, died this day in 1997. He was a proud sailor to the end, who was very sheltered about his experiences to the end.
MailleTailor 2 months ago 2
A touching, beautifully arranged video!
fleecyboy 2 months ago 7
@fleecyboy Thank you very much.
piddflicks 2 months ago 5
from an FT2/ss/dv. Always chokes me up.
dlagrand1 2 months ago
I am a proud retired member oif both Royal and Merchant Navies and I love this hymn which is for ALL sailors, everywhere, of whatever creed, colour or patriotism. God bless you all!
Horsemarine100 2 months ago
makes me proud to be in the sea cadets
heather6258 2 months ago 2
God bless the Navies of the world!!
rweerakkody4565 2 months ago 3
This was used in the Hunt for Red October theme, I believe. The more you know.
AceTheSalmon 2 months ago
My grandfather served his whole life and they played this at his funeral, this song is impossible to not lose it during
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DavisChris9 2 months ago
From a retired Sparky with 5 ships under his belt. Excellent! brings a lump to the throat even today. Thanks for posting this.
shellback1978 2 months ago 12
@shellback1978 Thank you. And a salute to you mate!
piddflicks 2 months ago 7
My father was serving aboard a US Naval carrier. I salute all the US Naval entlisted men and officers who served and gave their lives unselfishly for our blessed nation The UNITED STATES OF AMERICA! Long may our flag wave.
1949chefjojo 3 months ago
this is for every sailor who ever sailed and fought and left his family at home....God Bless you all
Spiritsmum 3 months ago
This still brings tears to an old sailor's eyes
bgroovy2 3 months ago
Thank you, thank you!! It's good to know sentiments like yours still exist.
speakswahilidammit 3 months ago
Remember hearing this for the first time in 1974, at Parris Island, SC, in USMC boot camp. It touches with the same power today as it did then when first heard as a young man.
A reminder that the USN & USMC were founded upon many customs and traditions that came from the Royal Navy and Royal Marines. Customs and traditions likewise shared by our Australian and Canadian cousins.
coltperc 3 months ago 2
@coltperc And as such, we should strive to make strong our bonds, not dash them on the rocks!!
IRememberTheOldDays 2 months ago
@IRememberTheOldDays Yes, let's keep the bonds strong. I think that among the average citizens, the bond IS strong. That's why the popularity of movies, TV shows, actors, bands, books, etc. can pass between the UK, Australia & NZ, Canada and the U.S. so easily. Let's not allow the occasional stupidity of our Governments to tug on the strong ties that actually bind us.
coltperc 2 months ago
When I was at University (in a seaside town) where the local lifeboat was kept pretty busy. Whenever it was stormy, the local Church would always sing this lovely hymn.
Although not a Navy veteran, I am a frustrated Naval Officer at heart!
Fireball1787 4 months ago
My grandfather served in the U.S. Navy, 1906-1912, and in the Army 1917-20. My father in the USAF, 1950-1954. My grandson served in the U.S. Navy, 2002-2006. My father-in-law was a merchant seaman who sailed on the Murmansk Run during WW2.
I was in the U.S. Navy for 16 months, 1981-1982. "Eternal Father" evokes memories, both fond and painful, of that time, as does nothing else.
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pqwilrj 4 months ago
God BLess America And God Bless Our Allies
imfreeze95 4 months ago 2
My Great Uncle was killed aboard HMS Tempest (submarine) along with many others in the second world war. It was crippled by the Italian ship The Circe but after an attempt to tow the Submarine, it suddenly sank, taking many men down with it. Every time I hear this song on remembrance day, my Great Uncles story comes to life.
BlindPilot95 4 months ago 4
@BlindPilot95 The new Italian Navy ships has glass bottoms so they can see the Old Italian N avy ships.
meetman57 4 months ago
@meetman57 Thats a good idea :D
BlindPilot95 4 months ago
I made sure that this was the final hymn played at my father's funeral service, which was held at the Naval Academy's chapel. He and his classmates fought from Pearl Harbor to Tokyo. Those who were still here and fit attended the services. I swear there wasn't a dry eye in the chapel after The Navy Hymn was sung. For those who have served, such as myself, The Hymn has especial meaning, given the precariousness of life at sea, but I even think the civvies understood it's significance as well.
penumbra155 4 months ago 2
40 years after stints on two carriers, and this beautiful hymn still brings tears to my eyes and shivers down my spine. May all who rest in the deep, rest in peace never to be disturbed.
757lenox 4 months ago
Dad 90 years old royal navy cheif stoker still sailing
motorguzzi100 4 months ago
What a beautiful tribute to all naval forces in the world. Here in USA, this song is also well known and is sung at funerals of naval veterans. I notice in this video they have mention in the credits to American as well as British, Canadian, Australian, and New Zealand navies.
switzvideo 4 months ago
From a Marine Vietnam combat veteran. Thank you Navy for the wonderful support. You saved so many of our lives and lost so many of your own. Never think the Corps does not appreciate your sacrifices. Semper Fi, Navy.
Rikki0 4 months ago
God bless all the sailors of the world's seas, those whom feed us, those whom keep us, those whom save us. Have them all return safe to the bulwarks of our hearts from across the fiery deep. Remember then the men who have no grave but the sea. She is keeping them but they are not gone. An eternal thankyou to Piddflicks .
IRememberTheOldDays 5 months ago
speakswahildammit Thank you for his service.
RovingCounter 5 months ago
Jesus and a warship. I wonder what Paul would of said. He was at peril on the sea
SchismLou 5 months ago
I have nothing to do with any war machine but I do like the tune.
SchismLou 5 months ago
I may serve as a reservist in the army but this has special meaning to me having mates serving with 3 commando brigade. come home safely one and all
biggsyhsac 5 months ago
I wonder if the 9 dislikes so far are the thugs involved in the recent UK riots, maybe not but anyone who doesn't like this has something basically wrong with them and should be ashamed of themselves!
goodchappy 5 months ago
U.S.Navy sailor that met many Brit sailors in the Med in 1967, then sailed in the Gulf of Tonkin in 1968.
Cannot say enough about how much I respect the Greatest Generation sailors of WWII, be they Yanks, Canadian or Brits. Only one who has been at sea in tough times can truly appreciate the ordeals these men endured and overcame.
This hymn is a constant source of inspiration to me. Thanks for the great video to go with it, and God Bless All naval vets that have served their country!l
absbill1 5 months ago
To all fellow sailors present and past ... Fair winds and following seas ... May God bless us all.
AntonIshkabibble 5 months ago
@AntonIshkabibble hear,hear. it's a hard thing to say Fair winds and following seas as i layed my nephue to rest when no one else undrestaneds
357daedalus 5 months ago
Beautiful.
tlages 5 months ago
Very moving....beautifully played and sung
54mayford 6 months ago
I get goose bumps every time I hear this , my Father John Reidie was in the army not the navy but he did his bit for our country in Burma fighting the Japanese . God bless all our service men and women . GR
shinybrains 6 months ago
Like, deeply moving and totally awesome. Way to go, babe!
pantyflash 6 months ago
Beautiful, touching hymn..always makes me very emotional when I hear it. My DAD, brother and husband were all Navy men. This was also played at President Kennedy's funeral.
evporretta 6 months ago 2
Hoping to join the Merchant Navy as a deck officer soon, and I have nothing but the greatest admiration for the lads flying the white ensign. Not remotely religious, quite the opposite, but this always reduces me to tears. May all our dead at sea, military and civilian, rest and never be forgotten.
AphoticCosmos 6 months ago
god bless the fallen all the true people who fight for this great nation
dougsworld1 6 months ago
God bless the officers and ranks of HMS Exeter, sunk off Java in March 1942 -- 70 years ago.
We will remember them!
littlebyron1 6 months ago
I print the name Walter Dyble served bravely in the Royal Navy WW2.
MegaLuckydog1 6 months ago
This is so beautiful. They sang it at Mass this morning and I wanted to hear it again. It makes me want to cry. Correction, I am crying. Thank you!
0276boy 7 months ago
I am sucker for this hymn,even if served in the army this never fails to conjure up a tear to my eye...
To all my Navy brethren past and present,you will never to be forgotten...never
KINGKENNYTHEHOLY 7 months ago 2
three cheers for our Salors HIP HIP HURRAHH! HIP HIP HURRAHH!! HIPP HIPP HURRAH!!!
CrownRoyal1945 7 months ago
US Navy Diver veteran here who wishes to extend my gratitude to my British brothers who have served and continue to serve. May the Lord continue to protect you. To speakswahilidammit, my prayers are with your family. You should be very proud of your father's loyalty, honor and commitment. He and others who sacrificed are not forgotten and will never be forgotten.
DrMarianus 7 months ago 41
@DrMarianus I salute you sir. Thank you.
piddflicks 7 months ago 11
@DrMarianus My Father-in-Law, Arthur (Gary) Sanders, sadly yesterday, 18th July 2011, he served aboard the HMS Beagle during WW2 and was so very proud of his naval career. We loved him dearly and will miss him - this song will be a perfect memorial hymn to sing at his funeral. Thank you, Wendy, Mick, Gill
mosaicwendy 6 months ago
@DrMarianus Respect to the DeepSea. To the Fallen this past weekend may our hearts and prayers reach them in this time of need.
satrat 5 months ago
@DrMarianus The RN stood eye-to-eye with German battleships and sunk them. A battle record to be admired.
Azishome 3 months ago
@MrBloograss Thank you! Your message uplifts me, & restores my faith in the kindness & decency of my fellow man.
speakswahilidammit 7 months ago
Thank you!
speakswahilidammit 7 months ago
My Dad, a Cornishman from Truro, was decorated with the DSM by King George v! for saving 3 shipmates, including the captain, my Dad being the last man to leave the ship, and single-handedly shooting down 3 Dorniers off the coast of Grimsby in 1942. Men like him are largely forgotten. He died in Tanganyika aged 48, due to war injuries, assisted by malaria, 11 years after leaving the RN. I was five, & we were in the bush in Tanganyika. I never felt our loss was understood. But God Bless the RN!
speakswahilidammit 7 months ago 33
@speakswahilidammit A big salute to your Dad. Men such as him are not forgotten at piddingworth.
piddflicks 7 months ago 6
@piddflicks Thank you. Life might not be much, but it's all we have, & giving it for your people, your country, your belief, is a great thing. Long live our heroes, and the UK!
speakswahilidammit 7 months ago
@piddflicks please look at my video on the same site as my youtube name.
speakswahilidammit 7 months ago
@speakswahilidammit Never forgotten.
24934637 7 months ago
@24934637 Thank you too. Great to know there are sensitive, aware people out there!
speakswahilidammit 7 months ago
@speakswahilidammit I thank your father and may we all meet him in heaven. Though not a war veteran, I am a US NAVY submarine veteran who spent some time in your beautiful Scotland in the 70's. I thank him and the thousands of others that without their sacrifice we would not enjoy the freedom or liberty we have.
gslil47 7 months ago
@gslil47 Thanbk you!
speakswahilidammit 5 months ago
@gslil47 I freally appreciare that! Thank you.
speakswahilidammit 5 months ago
@speakswahilidammit God Bless your Father and may God Bless you!
neptunisregis11 6 months ago
@speakswahilidammit My condolences these many years later Sir. A salute to your noble Dad. May he be at eternal peace in calm seas.
CFMD28 6 months ago
@CFMD28 Thank You. And bless you & yours.
speakswahilidammit 6 months ago
@speakswahilidammit God bless your Dad for his service and to you and your family for helping to keep his memory alive. My Dad was a career US Marine and served on Guadalcanal during WWII, while my wife's parents and brother were captured by the Japanese in Hong Kong and spent WW II as POWs. Our parents' generation (yours and ours) were truly courageous giants and should never be forgotten.
atursix 5 months ago
@atursix Many thanks for that. God bless your family too, & your wife's. BTW, my dad's cousin, after whom I take my writing name in my book, 'Speak Swahili, Dammit!' (James Penhaligon), grew up with my dad in Truro, Cornwall, & became a Major in the army in his thirties...only to be killed by a Japanese soldier in Burma, while serving with the Chindits, in the last week of the war.
speakswahilidammit 5 months ago
@speakswahilidammit , 'their name liveth for evermore'. As it says on the King's commemorative scroll for my grandfather (killed in the Normandy landings) 'May his sacrifice help to bring the peace and freedom for which he died'.
Londonfogey 5 months ago
@speakswahilidammit sorry to ear you lost your dad in such a manner, those who live on due to the efforts of him and others who fought in WW2 salute him!
cajohnson1234 5 months ago
@cajohnson1234 Thank you! Yes, such men gave their all, which contrasts so much with many others who live greedy, self-serving lives. But we know, & that's what matters!
speakswahilidammit 5 months ago
@speakswahilidammit not anymore hold a true coarse i will listern to this music
storezman 4 months ago
@speakswahilidammit men like your father are never ever forgotten , they live in the hearts of oak of every british sailor . god bless him and every man who served his country at sea .
bigrider2806 3 months ago
I am having this hymn at my wedding. My partner is a submariner and my parents were both RNR. the navy has played a big part in my life
knightsway 7 months ago
@knightsway Very best wishes to you both!
RoyalHonour 7 months ago
Oh, what an amazing song! The voices seem to soar on waves of air, as if sailing at sea. This song makes me choke up and brings tears to my eyes. I don't know if it's about the solemn sadness associated with remembrance from those who served with steadfast duty and perished, or the noble sentiment of dignity and respect for those who serve now in perilous situations. Perhaps, it's both. Either way, thank you. ...and thanks to those who have served, Lest We Forget.
dustymiller65 7 months ago
HM3 Cullen US Navy
Such a beautiful song...
corpsman322 7 months ago
A great great uncle of mine died aboard the carrier HMS Glorious.
HelmutVillam 7 months ago
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fatimamovement 8 months ago
this is the best of youtube on the navy hymn. I am a musician, and would appreciate knowing from mr. benton the source of the very final instrumental arrangement and/or
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minadoka 8 months ago
Thank you the great tribute. My grandfather served in the US Navy during WWII
NS7698 8 months ago
This hymn will be sung today at my church as we bless a new keyboard to the memory of my brother, Michael. He died in January after a 40 battle with diabetes. This is special to me as my husband was in the Navy and we live on an island. God bless my brother.
joannebrogan911 8 months ago 9
@joannebrogan911 Bless you and the cherished memory of your brother.
piddflicks 8 months ago
A great hymn to those who know it,s real strength in pulling you through the near death situations faced on almost all passages by the seamen of old.
Glad to see it on here.
coxwain255 8 months ago
this is a beautiful, i'm an ex sea cadet who lost a friend at sea and this was played at his funeral, i'm glad to see there are people like you who respect the risk people take at sea god bless you i have alot of respect for people like you
hgmjbtl 8 months ago in playlist marches 6
@hgmjbtl Thank you.
piddflicks 8 months ago 2
this is to my very brave farther i miss you hope i did you proud love YOU RIP MY DADDY XXX
wonders1982 8 months ago
I grew up with the sound of fog horns in my ears warning the river boats. We had real pea soupers in those days and this hymn was always sung at assembly and we said prayers for those at sea. Lovely memories. Surely a timeless hymn
21stcenturywitch 8 months ago
Wow, and so moving to see the Centaur Memorial at 1.10, a hospital ship torpedoed by a Japanese Submarine in WW2 off the South East Queensland Coast.
m67jw 8 months ago
My son has just returned on HMS Cumberland ( April 16th 2011) and he told me that this was the last hymn ever to be sung on her decks. HMS Cumberland is being decomissioned and had just returned from Libya. God Bless all out dear service men and women.
hildrethbird 9 months ago 36
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Yes indeed. A salute to your son and all the crew of HMS Cumberland.
piddflicks 9 months ago 3
@piddflicks As a matter of interest I just read that the Choir's cathedral at Ely "is known locally as 'the ship of the Fens', because of its prominent shape that towers above the surrounding flat and watery landscape."
itsinmynamechap 9 months ago
@hildrethbird I cannot bear to watch vessels returning home to be decommissioned. What dreadful folly! I had thought that the Tories stood for Britain and its defence. All our politicians are now 'little people'. Yes, this hymn reflects the long connecion of our nation with the sea. God bless all in the Royal Navy. We are all so small when faced with the might of the sea.
pogmathon100 9 months ago
@hildrethbird HMS Cumberland was the first ship I ever went aboard and it was brand spanking new!!!!
BadEggCymru 8 months ago
@hildrethbird God Bless you all.
neptunisregis11 6 months ago
I have had family and friends who served in the US Navy, I still get chills hearing this beloved hymn
Jerr00Bear 9 months ago
Great hymn, and unfortunately little-known by Americans. Salute to sailors! What suffering they endured in WWII!!!! See 'Victory at Sea' series to know!!
MrLamontSanford 9 months ago
@MrLamontSanford Little known by Americans? They sang this song at prayers every Sunday in my ship's chapel and it was also sung at my boot camp graduation. I come from a Navy family and this song has always been well known to us at least.
tbreton87 8 months ago
@tbreton87 You're from a naval family -that's why you know this, and of course your shipmates will know it. Most people probably don't. I heard it playing in Columbia Harbour House restaurant -Liberty Square -in the Magic Kingdom. Little things like that make the MK a charm. I guess if I asked most people what the tune is they would not know it! It certainly is not part of the repertoire of songs we were taught in school. Too bad!
MrLamontSanford 8 months ago
@tbreton87 BTW, was this English first? Or is it an American original -just curious.
MrLamontSanford 8 months ago
@MrLamontSanford English as far as I know, it was written by a man named William Whiting. England and the US are the only two countries whose Navy's use it though. Our Marine Corps does as well.
tbreton87 8 months ago
That was a really great way to honour your great uncle- I now reside in New Zealand, and my Grandfather served in the RN during WWII. I know that he served on the Suffolk, but I am unsure as to the other ships he served on. He came to New Zealand after the war and was a shipwright. Thanks for posting.
JusticeRW 9 months ago
My dad was a navy officer, my husband is a sailor, and I am here in Japan living through this unimaginable disaster first-hand.
Many thanks to everyone who is thinking of the Japanese nation at this terrible time.
kirakira2303 9 months ago 6
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Bless you, your family and all the Japanese people. Bless the memory of your Dad too.
Piddingworth.
piddflicks 9 months ago
Very stirring music , I remember singing the words to The Recessional by Rudyard Kipling to this music when in Primary School. Sadly , it is not on the net.
symphynity 10 months ago
God bless our sailors!
aaronnaku 10 months ago
For my Lover..........I havent heard this before as my Dad was in the airforce..
it is moving and a wonderful tribute to such true, brave gentlemen both yours and mine.
Foreverseptember1 10 months ago
Thank you for posting this beautiful version of the the hymn. I learned in school when I was ten and it has always been a favorite. I have been thinking of the people of Japan and especially the words:
"Eternal Father, strong to save,
Whose arm hath bound the restless wave,
Who bidd'st the mighty ocean deep
Its own appointed limits keep."
ScriptioContinua 10 months ago 6
@ScriptioContinua Thank you!
piddflicks 10 months ago
@ScriptioContinua My dad was a British naval officer and we sang this at his funeral almost 10 years ago to the day. I am now in Japan with my Japanese husband and three children. I am showing my 4 year old son this video right now to introduce him to one of the most important songs for me. Your comment has brought me to tears. Thank you for your thoughts and I know the people of Japan appreciate it.
kirakira2303 9 months ago
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@ScriptioContinua My dad was a British naval officer and we sang this at his funeral almost 10 years ago to the day. I am now in Japan with my Japanese husband and three children. I am showing my 4 year old son this video right now to introduce him to one of the most important songs for me. Your comment has brought me to tears. Thank you for your thoughts and I know the people of Japan appreciate it. I certainly do.
kirakira2303 9 months ago
A very beautiful hymn. Thanks for posting this.
regiear1991 10 months ago
Good morning, everyone! Pray for everyone in the path of the devastating earthquake/ tsunami-Amy, take care and be safe!
jimmyb227 10 months ago 2
The people of Britain are eternaly greatful to our Canadian cousins for what you did for us in World War Two - without Canada we would have starved, it is such a shame that the younger generations of Britons and Canadians do not seem to understand the importance of the history and relationship.
God save The Queen
Whitbywatcher 11 months ago
@Whitbywatcher Let us not forget the Merchant Navy who suffered great losses in order to bring the food into Britain!
dtd2uk 10 months ago
this reminds me of the atlantic alliance between USA and BRITISH
R0ccojas0n 11 months ago
i find it kinda strange...that i'm a fan of airforce...yet i love more navy hymns
i'm playing it in my band at school..u'll see it on my channel in a few weeks
R0ccojas0n 11 months ago
of course the US played the ultimate price along with the UK and it's Allies in determining the outcome of the war
mattmd69 11 months ago
actually sailingforde04 it was the Canadian Merchant Navy, as a member of the Commonwealth, who lost many hands keeping the UK alive with supplies well before the US joined the war and they continued to do so, and not just in WW2 but also WW1. In WW2 more than 45,000 Canadian lost their lives, many of them were Merchant Navy personnel
mattmd69 11 months ago
@mattmd69 There's a reason we sailors are required to salute all merchant sailors and marines, they do now and have done they're part in the past, too many people don't know the history of it all.
CTTSR Mallard, Active Duty, USN
mallard92 11 months ago 2
know this hymn well,used to sing it at school here in britain:0)
broadband01 11 months ago
being a ex service man i love this hymn not only brings back memory's of my time but of my grandad who i think why i joined up god rest him
hairyhom1 11 months ago
It is sad to think of all submariners than went beneath the waves but never resurfaced.
jermster17 11 months ago
My late father was a "Tin Can" sailor in the North Atlantic during WWII. I was young when he showed me this hymn in his "Blue Jackets Manual" this is a hymn for ALL seamen.
Trainbrain1949 1 year ago
Beautiful hymn! My Grandad was in the Merchant Navy and served on the Light Ships in WWII. He was a Cornish lad and went to the Sea Training School in Liverpool when he was 14. He thankfully survived the war and instilled in me a love of a drop of the old rum and black! God Bless you Grandad!
BigBossCat 1 year ago
they actually sang in this during Sunday service aboard the Titanic the same day it hit an iceberg and sank. Talk about irony.
PegasusViperTopGun62 1 year ago
my father served on the Prescott k161. this was his song and prayer. God bless them every one.
macdxweld 1 year ago
Not the Navy, but no one can dispute their rights to be seen as heroes of the sea. And their rights to this song. RIP the crew of the Broughty Ferry Lifeboat that sank with no survivors 1959. Thank you to all who risk their lives on the sea to save others.
nacho1560 1 year ago
@nacho1560 The Mona went out in the most horrible conditions imaginable, gales and giant waves, yet did not fail to make the effort to save those in peril. And did, they survived, but the Mona lost every single man. Surely bravery of the highest possible kind.
nacho1560 1 year ago
Merchant Navy Day Sept 3rd,,,,,,,, I have bookmarked this video for future wreath laying ceremony OK? As a Merchant Navy WW2 vet. I salute our white ensign brothers
!Never ever let it be forgotten the price paid by the men that sailed under the Red Duster
roibaird7 1 year ago 24
@roibaird7 Remembered indeed.
piddflicks 1 year ago
@roibaird7 I'm only 21, and so obviously not a WWII Vet of any kind, but I am going to Maine Maritime Academy now and I am very interested in WWII History. I do what I can to keep it in peoples minds.
RShack12 1 year ago
@RShack12 Warsash?
GRV1 11 months ago
@roibaird7 In WW2 Merchant seafarers had a shorter life expectancy than soldiers on the front line. Very brave men indeed. Special mention to the fishermen of Leigh on Sea in Essex, who gave their lives during the Dunkirk evacuation.
stracepipe 9 months ago
@roibaird7 OK...and not forgotten.
piddflicks 8 months ago
Never forget the Merchant Mariners who served their countries in the trading sea lanes. They are defenceless, and it is the role of the fighting navy to protect them.
All mariners hold a proud tradition of the sea: God almighty is the final protector.
postwar46 1 year ago
This song evokes strong memories to those of us who shipped an angry sea, no matter what nationality, and no matter naval or merchant. It's haunting tune and mournful lyrics touch our very soul, and reminds us of how helpless and small we are in the scheme of nature. It is a prayer for our brothers long past, and for those who are still In Peril On The Sea.
mrsandpiper65 1 year ago 2
Well said higfny, in defense of the Naval hymn . A proud ship, the HMS Jervis Bay. Russian forces were in dire need of supplies to win over the Germans, and convoys like PQ 17 got them there. They sent British and American aid of all sorts. These convoys paid a terrible price getting past German U boats and planes.. .
sr633 1 year ago
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sr633 1 year ago
@GravityPowerful well, it's said that being powerful is like being a lady. If you have to tell people you are, you aren't. And if you've had total command of the worlds seas for 4 centuries (as is the case of the combined fleets of britain and the US), they probably don't feel the need to shout about it.
But this is a hymn to all who has been lost at sea, and all who sails it, whatever nation. I love it, not only is it beautiful, but it also puts me in a mindset similar to when i'm on the sea
higfny 1 year ago
The Merchant marine and armed guards of Convoy PQ 17 comes to mind.
sr633 1 year ago
@sr633 or the AMC HMS Jervis Bay who attacked Scheer all by herself to save her convoi. But mostly, I'm reminded about Cape Matapan, where Cunningham saved as many as he could of the enemy, and then radioed and guaranteed safe passage for a rescue ship to save the rest. True brotherhood of the sea, respect for all, and gallantry in war.
higfny 1 year ago
Флот как был независим, от стран и религий политических взгядов политиканов, сохранив свою историю и традиций так и живет!!!
WannaKilla 1 year ago
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Beautiful version of the hymn. It always brings a lump to my throat, mostly due to my serving on a hospital ship, USS Sanctuary off the coast of Vietnam in 1970. LT, USN (ret'd). I often think of the many men we saved, of all branches, but particularly those we lost.... on the sea.
151overproof 1 year ago 2
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@151overproof Ho-raw!!!
xsailor85 1 year ago
December 7, 2010: Remember Pearl Harbor!
radiootoo 1 year ago
VladimirVolkhov, very sorry for the lost of cousin on the Kursk. Vlad, no matter what country you are from Tovarach, we are all brothers in arms. Seamen are always brothers. Respect to you always Vladimir.
Robert
IncubusKing 1 year ago
im in navy we did that it was on the news
ratedkp1 1 year ago
The sea recognizes neither nationality nor politics....
She is a hard mistress to all who sail upon her.
tboltaq2 1 year ago
Beautiful song. Marines sing this too in church.
errbarkkill 1 year ago
GOOOOOOOD
I rally came watching this
I mean, i'm a Titanic fan
TheAmarildo666 1 year ago
looks an awful lot like Newfoundland, and a canadian halifax class in the beginning :o
Gliiidter 1 ye