State Anthem of Cygnia (Joan of What?)

The State Anthem of the Democratic Republic of Cygnia was introduced during the Great Australian War on 15 March 1939, replacing The Internationale as the official anthem of the Democratic Republic of Cygnia. The lyrics were written by Gabriel Farris-White (1913–2009) and the music was composed by Andrew Alexander (1883–1946). The Anthem was unofficially banned in 1943 after the Cygnian Revolution and then formally relinquished in 1946, when the current Cygnian Constitution came into force, dissolving the Republic, establishing the present Cygnian state and prohibiting performance of the anthem as well as the display or use of any Republic symbols.

Lyrics
United forever in friendship and labour, Our mighty Republic will ever endure. Our glorious nation will live through the ages, The dream of a people, their fortress secure.

CHORUS Long live our Cygnian fatherland, built by the people's mighty hand. Long live our people, united and free! ''Strong in our friendship tried by fire! Long may our golden flag inspire,'' Shining in glory for all men to see!

Through days dark and stormy where Heller did lead us Our eyes saw the bright Sun of freedom above! And he our leader with faith in the people, Inspired us to build up the land that we love.

CHORUS Long live our Cygnian fatherland, built by the people's mighty hand. Long live our people, united and free! ''Strong in our friendship tried by fire! Long may our golden flag inspire,'' Shining in glory for all men to see!

We'll fight for the future, destroy the invader, And bring to our homeland the laurels of fame! Our glory will live in the memory of nations, And all generations will honour her name!

CHORUS Long live our Cygnian fatherland, built by the people's mighty hand. Long live our people, united and free! ''Strong in our friendship tried by fire! Long may our golden flag inspire,'' Shining in glory for all men to see!