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The Role of the Musician and His Instruments in the Civil War
Fifth graders listen to and discuss the music of the Civil War Era in order to better explain society during this time period. They identify the musical instruments and write their own word to accompany the music of one of the songs.
University of Oklahoma
The University of Oklahoma College of Law: The Battle Hymn of the Republic
Features the complete lyrics to the popular Civil War song "The Battle Hymn of the Republic", written by Julia Ward Howe in 1861.
National Women’s History Museum
National Women's History Museum: Julia Ward Howe
Julia Ward Howe was a writer, lecturer, abolitionist, and suffragist.
Library of Congress
Loc: Battle Hymn of the Republic
A historical look at the writing of the Battle Hymn of the Republic and many versions of historically significant sheet music.
Library of Congress
Loc: Patriotic Melodies
The Library of Congress site profiles 26 American patriotic songs with commentary, supporting visual material, and recordings of "America the Beautiful," "Fanfare for the Common Man" and the like.
Other
Dictionary of Unitarian and Universalist Biography: Julia Ward Howe
Extensive profile of the life of American poet and reformer, Julia Ward Howe (1819-1910). She is best remembered as the author of "The Battle Hymn of the Republic."
Library of Congress
Loc: Patriotic Melodies
The stories behind patriotic songs that have become part of American musical culture, such as "Anchors Away," "Over There," "U.S. Air Force Song," and "When Johnny Comes Marching Home Again." Drill into the site to find lyrics, listen to...
Smithsonian Institution
National Portrait Gallery: American Women: Julia Ward Howe
Portrait and a brief profile of Julia Ward Howe, who wrote the words to "Battle Hymn of the Republic."