Re: 1850s Minstrel banjo
I have seen a small image of one that was a camp banjo used by Capt Thomas of the 18th Texas Cavalry (Dismounted), Ganbury's brigade. It is not the best image but can be seen here.
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I have seen a small image of one that was a camp banjo used by Capt Thomas of the 18th Texas Cavalry (Dismounted), Ganbury's brigade. It is not the best image but can be seen here.
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Handmade banjo used during the Civil War by Capt. James Pinckney Thomas. The drum is made of bobcat skin. Capt. Thomas served in Company "E", 18 th Texas Cavalry led by John D. Coit under Gen. Granberry, Clebourne Division. It is said of him, "He did more good with that banjo than many a preacher, when he kept the boys in camp nights, with his playing and singing." Dallas Historical Society.
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