The song’s origins are murky, and its lyrics border on nonsensical. In its lifetime it has invigorated dance hall drunks, given zest to presidential campaigns and inspired military ardor with partisan lyrics. It’s also been abhorred by some, who view it as a lingering tribute to slavery. But no matter how you see it, “Dixie” …
The post Look Away Dixie Land appeared first on HistoryNet.
from HistoryNet https://ift.tt/2jnOO0r