Slovak lands of the Austrian Empire, 1834

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The inspirational Pan-Slavic anthem by the Slovak national poet Samuel "Samo" Tomášik (it was originally called "Hey, Slovaks!"). The song instantly became a symbol of Slavic unity and national revival, since in the middle of the XIX century most Slavic peoples remained dependent on other states (like Austria or the Ottoman Empire). It was also very popular in Russia, the heart of the Pan-Slavic movement, which deservedly claimed leadership in the entire Slavic world. Subsequently, "Hey, Slavs!" became the anthem of a number of states, including Yugoslavia. This video uses a Russian translation by an unknown author, the song is performed by the "Valaam" choir.

Portrayed by the legendary progenitors of the Slavic peoples — Czech, Lech and Rus from a Polish antique postcard.

LYRICS (Original ones, slightly different from the video):

Гей, славяне, наше слово
Песней звонкой льётся,
И не смолкнет, пока сердце
За народ свой бьётся.

Дух Славянский жив навеки,
В нас он не угаснет,
Беснованье силы вражьей
Против нас напрасно.

Наше слово дал нам Бог,
На то Его воля!
Кто заставит нашу песню
Смолкнуть в чистом поле?

Против нас хоть весь мир, что нам!
Восставай задорно.
С нами Бог наш, кто не с нами —
Тот падёт позорно!

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