1958 by the Playmates. My brother was 3 and got a record player for Christmas 1957 and wouldn't stop playing it.

 

Three miles Shawn, up hill both ways.

 

Some more good fife and drum music.

 

in the snow... with a boner...

 

1968 Got married the first time that year.

 

How well I remember now.

 

Way before my time Shaun.

Nutz, play music to battle.

 

Well music was the key to the army Rick. Back then drums and fifes could be heard over musket fire. So commands were issued by drums and fife. They were used to wake you up, tell you when to eat, go to your assigned duties for the day, when to end the work day. Also used to keep you in step during marching. And when on the battlefield they were used to tell you when to prime and load as well as make ready, present, British way or take aim american way) and when to fire. Also when to fix bayonets, charge bayonets etc.

 

Good way to get confused and loose your life.
Indians did it best.

 

Thats why a regiment drilled with the musicians.

 

Sure not how its done nowadays.

 

That is very true Rick.

 

Sure glad the colonists learned from the Indians.

 

The Continental Army used musicians as well Rick. As did most militia units. Easier for training and during the battles.

 

have a good one guys. time to head home.