Philosophy Resurrected - Non sibi sed patriae (A Journey of the Navy) Lyrics

On the open seas, where the waves crash high,
Navy ships sail beneath the endless sky.
From sails of old to steel and might,
With courage and honor, they stand for what's right.
"Non sibi sed patriae," their motto echoes strong,
Through history's currents, where they belong.
From Lake Champlain's defense to Manila Bay's call,
The Navy sails with valor, standing tall.
From the War of 1812, where gallant hearts were tried,
To Manila's waters, where Dewey's fleet did glide.
In every ocean and across the seven seas,
Navy sailors brave, defending liberties.
"Victory at sea," they declare with pride,
In Midway's fierce clash, where heroes did abide.
Across the Pacific's expanse, their strength did show,
Navy strong and true, against a formidable foe.
"Non sibi sed patriae," their motto rings clear,
Through Leyte Gulf's battle, amidst doubt and fear.
From Normandy's shores to the Coral Sea's sprawl,
The Navy's courage shines, they answer the call.
From Cold War's icy grip to the Gulf's desert heat,
Navy vessels patrol, where dangers meet.
With precision and skill, they safeguard the free,
Forging alliances, ensuring harmony at sea.
"Brave hearts in blue," they sail with pride,
In Neptune's grand scheme, where tides coincide.
For peace and justice, through storms and calm,
The Navy sails on, with resolve as their psalm.
"Non sibi sed patriae," their motto stands strong,
Through Falklands' stormy waters to where pirates belong.
With each humanitarian aid, each mission they've won,
The Navy's legacy shines bright, under the sun.
From maritime missions to every daring feat,
Navy sailors serve, with courage so complete.
Across the deep blue, their story will stay,
The Navy's spirit and honor, in every wave they sway.
"Non sibi sed patriae," their motto echoes true,
In history's pages, their valor imbues.
For each sailor's tale, in the ocean's grand play,
The Navy's strength endures, steadfast every day.