Biafra Anthem

Biafra, though short-lived, had some paraphernalia of statehood. It had a currency, an anthem and a flag. Till date, the flag still continues to be flown by dyed-in-the-wool Biafra supporters. The anthem was called Land of the rising sun. The tune of Jean Sibelius "Finlandia" was adopted for the anthem. Enjoy the lyrics.

Land of the rising sun, we love and cherish,
Beloved homeland of our brave heroes;
We must defend our lives or we shall perish,
We shall protect our hearts from all our foes;
But if the price is death for all we hold dear,
Then let us die without a shred of fear.