Saturday, April 4, 2009

Marching Song of the Confederate: The Bonnie Blue Flag



Original Artist: Harry McCarthy
Represented Artist: Polk Miller
Represented Title: The Bonnie Blue Flag
Represented Album: Polk Miller & His Old South Quartette
Represented Label: Tompkins Square
Catalog Number: B001GEQP44

One of the most infamous marching songs for the Confederate. Composed in 1861, the song basically restated the history of the confederate and how it came to be. This was used as an effective marching song as the lyrics were heavily emphasized on propanganda of the Confederacy. This song constantly reminded the reason that the south is fighting in this Civil War, and help boosting the morale of the Confederate soldiers.

Sample: http://www.amazon.com/The-Bonnie-Blue-Flag/dp/B001GEQP44/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&s=dmusic&qid=1238833304&sr=8-5


Alternative Full Version: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8uTfM5vKTwE&fmt=18

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