A Civil War era song from prolific popular composer Septimus Winner. The self-wrapper hs been taped on the binding edge and across the front, with text still readable underneath. Light soil, offsetting, chips, smaller tape repairs and tears on other pages. Cover lithograph by Sarony, Major and Knapp shows five black Union and Zouave recruits. Lyrics refer to the Fire Zou Zous, or Fire Zouaves, with a page of alternate lyrics as sung by Bryant's Minstrels about Johnny Bull, referring to England's efforts to aid the South. Bryant's Minstrels performed at the Mechanics' Hall on Broadway in New York throughout the Civil War. Uncommon. ; 13" x 9"; 5 pp. Seller Inventory # 011756

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Title: Raw Recruits or Abraham's Daughter, As Sung ...

Publisher: Firth, Son & Co., New York

Publication Date: 1862

Binding: Pamphlet

Condition: Fair

Edition: First Edition.

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