The Battle Hymn: A FIGHT For Freedom

On february 1, 1862, in the early days of the civil war, the “atlantic monthly” published julia ward howe’s “battle hymn of the republic,” summing up the cause of freedom for which the. Dec 22, 2024 · written during the american civil war, the poem reflects themes of divine justice, sacrifice, and moral resolve. Drawing from biblical imagery and spiritual fervor, it portrays god. A lyrical poet and prolific author in her own right, howe is best remembered for her new words to the “battle hymn of the republic. ” she was active in prison reform, the fight to end slavery,. She was inspired to write “the battle hymn of the republic” after she and her husband visited washington, d. c. , and met abraham lincoln at the white house in november 1861.