History of Germany

[Verse 1] In ancient forests, tribes did dwell, Teutons and Goths, their stories tell, Roman eagles soared and fell, On Germanic lands, where legends swell. [Chorus] Oh, Germany, land of might, Through centuries of darkness and light, Your spirit strong, your honor bright, Your history's a glorious sight. [Verse 2] Holy Roman Empire's reign, Kingdoms and duchies, joy and pain, Luther's words, a new refrain, Reformation's fire, a change to gain. [Chorus] Oh, Germany, land of might, Through centuries of darkness and light, Your spirit strong, your honor bright, Your history's a glorious sight. [Verse 3] Wars and strife, a nation's plight, Bismarck's hand, uniting might, Kaiser's crown, a fleeting sight, World wars' shadows, dark as night. [Chorus] Oh, Germany, land of might, Through centuries of darkness and light, Your spirit strong, your honor bright, Your history's a glorious sight. [Verse 4] Divided land, a wall so tall, But hope remained, a yearning call, Reunification, tears did fall, A nation reborn, standing tall. [Chorus] Oh, Germany, land of might, Through centuries of darkness and light, Your spirit strong, your honor bright, Your history's a glorious sight. [Bridge] From ancient times to modern day, Your culture thrives, your arts hold sway, From Bach's music to Goethe's play, Your legacy lives on, in every way. [Chorus] Oh, Germany, land of might, Through centuries of darkness and light, Your spirit strong, your honor bright, Your history's a glorious sight. [fade out end]