Blood on the Risers

"Blood on the Risers" is an American paratrooper song originating during World War II. It is set to the tune of "The Battle Hymn of the Republic", which itself was adapted from "John Brown's Body", a popular marching song during the American Civil War. The song remains popular among modern airborne units in the United States and throughout the world, and it has been referenced in various films, television series, video games, and books.