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Drum

1863-12-20

Gettysburg National Military Park, National Park Service
Gettysburg, PA, United States

This snare drum was John Unger, Company B, 40th New York Infantry. Drums were used to beat out commands and provide a marching cadence to soldiers.

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Details

Title: Drum
Date Created: 1863-12-20
Contributor: Gettysburg National Military Park, National Park Service
Original Source: http://www.nps.gov/museum/exhibits/gettex/exb/battling_boredom/music/GETT32847.html
Source: Gettysburg National Military Park
Measurements: H 35 cm, Diam. 41 cm
Materials: Metal, leather, skin
Catalog Number: GETT 32847

Gettysburg National Military Park, National Park Service

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