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Podcast: Restless Times in History
Episode: The History of a Battle Song - The story of The Battle Hymn of The Republic
Description: It was an old tune from the frontier, which became a marching song during the American Civil War. But what inspired the 19th century poet and activist, Julia Ward Howe, to write the hymn BATTLE HYMN OF THE REPUBLIC - and how did it become so popular? Vocals and arrangement: Carlymillerproductions Lyrics: Julia Ward Howe License purchased November 2022