I've always liked this song, as it conveys the true feeling of defeat and despair that Confederate soldiers must have felt after Appomattox. I don't agree with every verse -- I don't hate the Constitution or the Declaration of Independence, both of which were corrupted and ignored by Lincoln in his war of subjugation and conquest. Most everything else I agree with, especially in these dark times of Southern cultural cleansing and repression.
Friday, July 03, 2015
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Great song. I personally prefer the Hoyt Axton recording but I do wish it had the complete lyrics of Horton's.
I'll check it out. Thanks DW
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