Battle of Lexington (2 Views)
British View
To the best of my recollection about 4 o’clock in the morning being the 19th of April, the five front companies were ordered to load, which they did.” … Continue reading →
Early U.S. Bands – Part 3
In addition to field music, the United States military also had bands that were used for ceremonial purposes and to raise soldier morale. Like field music, this tradition has its … Continue reading →
Early U.S. Bands – Part 2
The Colonies Go To War
After the Boston Tea Party (1773), the British antagonized the colonists by closing the port of Boston. To improve their defenses and prepare for war, … Continue reading →