Russian Empire “Гром побе́ды, раздава́йся!“ (1791-1816)

Гром побе́ды, раздава́йся! (Let the thunder of victory sound) Lyrics (English): “Triumph’s thunder louder, higher! Russian pride is running high! Russia’s glory sparkles brighter! We have humbled Moslem might. Refrain: Hail to you for this, o Catherine! Gentle mother to us all! Danube’s swiftly flowing waters Are at last in our firm hands; Caucasus respects our prowess, Russia rules Crimean lands. Turkish-Tatar hordes no longer May disturb our calm domain. Proud Selim won’t be the stronger evermore, as Crescent wanes. Groans by Ishmael repeated ’Round the world are heard perforce. Envy, enmity — defeated! — Turn to poison at the source. Make the most of every triumph — For our foes it’s time to see: Russia reaches farther-higher Over mountain peaks and seas. Brilliant Empress, gaze at visions, And behold, a woman great: In your t