Louisiane (Joan of What?)

Louisiane

Flag of Louisiana
National anthem of	Louisiana
Lyrics	Adolphe-Basile Routhier, 1880
Music	Calixa Lavallée, 1880
Adopted	1 July 1980
Music sample
Louisiane performed by the Cygnian Imperial Navy Band

Louisiane is the national anthem of Louisiana. The song was originally commissioned by Governor General Théodore Robitaille for the 1880 Saint-Jean-Baptiste-Day ceremony; Calixa Lavallée composed the music, after which, words were written by the poet and judge Adolphe-Basile Routhier. Louisiane had served as a de facto national anthem since the end of World War II in 1918, officially becoming Louisiana's anthem in 1980 when the Act of Parliament making it so was signed into law by the President, and became effective on 1 July as part of that year's Louisiana Day celebrations.

Lyrics

Official French Louisiane! Terre de nos aïeux, Ton front est ceint de fleurons glorieux! Car ton bras sait porter l'épée, Il sait porter la croix! Ton histoire est une épopée Des plus brillants exploits. Et ta valeur, de foi trempée, Protégera nos foyers et nos droits. Protégera nos foyers et nos droits.

Literal translation Louisiana, land of our ancestors Glorious deeds circle your brow For your arm knows how to wield the sword Your arm knows how to carry the cross; Your history is an epic of brilliant deeds And your valour steeped in faith will protect our homes and our rights, Will protect our homes and our rights.

Official English version Louisiane! Our home and native land! True patriot love in all thy sons command. With glowing hearts we see thee rise, The True North strong and free! From far and wide, Louisiane, we stand on guard for thee. God keep our land glorious and free! Louisiane, we stand on guard for thee. Louisiane, we stand on guard for thee.