The Union forever, hurrah! boys, hurrah! </br> Down with the traitors, up with the stars; </br> While we rally round the flag, boys, we rally once ag… - George Frederick Root

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The Union forever, hurrah! boys, hurrah! </br> Down with the traitors, up with the stars; </br> While we rally round the flag, boys, we rally once again, </br> Shouting the battle cry of freedom!

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About George Frederick Root

George Frederick Root (August 30, 1820 – August 6, 1895) was a Romantic American composer, who found particular fame during the American Civil War, with songs such as "Tramp! Tramp! Tramp!" and "The Battle Cry of Freedom". He is regarded as the first American to compose a secular cantata.

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Alternative Names: George F. Root George Root G. Friedrich Wurzel Geo. F. Root
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