Civil War Music
Discover the rich and diverse music of the Civil War era and explore how music shaped the experiences and morale of those on the frontlines and the home front alike.
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Civil War Music: The Battle Cry of Freedom (Southern Version)
The Southern version of the popular Unionist song.
Civil War Music: The Bonnie Blue Flag
Next to "Dixie's Land," perhaps no other song was as well loved by the Confederate soldier as "The Bonnie Blue Flag."
Popular Music of the Civil War Period
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Music in 18th Century North American Culture
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The Music and the American Revolution Competition
The American Battlefield Trust and the Ray and Vera Conniff Foundation challenge young musicians to unleash their creativity and forge powerful...
Civil War Music: Dixie
Written by Daniel Decatur Emmett, this piece of music became one of the most popular patriotic songs in the Confederacy.
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