"Men of Harlech" is a traditional Welsh military march and anthem, which is said to have been composed during the Welsh War of Independence in the late 13th century. The song has since become an iconic part of Welsh culture and is widely recognized as a symbol of Welsh pride and defiance.
The lyrics of "Men of Harlech" depict the battle-hardened soldiers of Harlech Castle, who famously held out against a long siege during the Welsh War of Independence. The song describes the bravery and determination of these soldiers, urging them to stand firm and fight for their freedom.
The first stanza of the song goes:
Men of Harlech, stop your dreaming,
Can't you see their spear points gleaming?
See their warrior pennants streaming,
To this battlefield.
Men of Harlech, stand ye steady,
It cannot be ever said ye,
For the battle were not ready,
Welshmen never yield!
The song has been performed by a wide range of artists, from Welsh male voice choirs to pop singers like Tom Jones and Charlotte Church. It has also been used in numerous films and TV shows, most famously in the movie "Zulu" (1964), where it was sung by a rousing chorus of British soldiers facing an overwhelming Zulu army.
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