Ballad concerning the War of 1812
Title
Ballad concerning the War of 1812
Subject
Description
A handwritten copy of the text of a 19th-century ballad, consisting of twenty-one verses, concerning an acrtual event in the War of 1812. Although untitled, other sources variously entitled it as "Kingston Volunteers", "Ballad of James Bird", and "Bird's Farewell." The ballad relates the story of James Bird, who enlisted in the marines and served under Commodore Perry in the Battle of Lake Erie where he distinguished himself. Unfortunately, he later deserted his regiment and was captured, sentenced, and executed in 1814.
Source
Ezra Buchanan Papers (1862-1916)
Rights
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Type
Identifier
Mss. A B918 f9
Collection
Citation
“Ballad concerning the War of 1812,” The Filson Historical Society Digital Projects, accessed June 6, 2023, https://filsonhistorical.omeka.net/items/show/5489.