"John Brown's Body" vs. "Battle Hymn of the Republic"

[Mexican Wolf]

Inspired by BRTD's newest display name, I wanted to see which version of this song Atlas users prefer. Feel free to explain why you like one version over the other, or both equally.

While I think both versions of the song are good, I prefer the more earthy and bold imagery used in "John Brown's Body."

[Orwell]

MINE EYES HAVE SEEN THE GLORY OF THE COMING OF THE LORD

[Donerail]

When the union's inspiration through the workers' blood shall run,
There can be no power greater anywhere beneath the sun

[Oswald Acted Alone, You Kook]

The one that doesn't glorify a criminal.

[tmthforu94]

I like both pretty equally.

[zoz]

Battle Hymn is one of the greatest American songs to exist