Sheet Music for the Song Battle Cry of Freedom with Confederate Lyrics
ca. 1864
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The original lyrics of “The Battle Cry of Freedom” were written by George Root and supported the Union. Composer H. L. Schreiner and lyricist W. H. Barnes adapted the song for the Confederacy.
This primary source comes from the Records of the U.S. Court of Claims.
National Archives Identifier: 3819352
Full Citation: Sheet Music for the Song Battle Cry of Freedom with Confederate Lyrics; ca. 1864; Records of the U.S. Court of Claims. [Online Version, https://www.docsteach.org/documents/document/sheet-music-for-the-song-battle-cry-of-freedom-with-confederate-lyrics, April 27, 2024]Rights: Public Domain, Free of Known Copyright Restrictions. Learn more on our privacy and legal page.