Cruisers, destroyers, carriers align
For a great show of force at victory's sign.
Far lands acknowledge our increased domain
And hail us leaders of the nations' train.

Power and showy pride—can these replace
The radiance of innocence and grace?
The imperative of penitential tears?
And freedom from our vast ambitions' fears?

Cruisers, destroyers, carriers align
For a great show of force at victory's sign.
Far lands acknowledge our increased domain
And hail us leaders of the nations' train.

Power and showy pride—can these replace
The radiance of innocence and grace?
The imperative of penitential tears?
And freedom from our vast ambitions' fears?