Lyrics for a song titled "King Frederick's Camp" in the hand of Louisa Matilda Crawford, 1789-1857
Item
Identifier: Coll-1839/3/1/9
Scope and Contents
A short piece of prose followed by lyrics for a song titled "King Frederick's Camp." It tells the story of Frederick the Great who, in order to deceive his enemy, commanded that no light should be kindled throughout his encampment. However, a young soldier lit a taper to write a letter to his new bride. On discovery, King Frederick commanded him to finish the letter, "and add that you are to be shot tomorrow morning, for disobedience of orders." Unsigned but in the hand of Louisa Matilda Crawford.
Dates
- Creation: 1789-1857
Creator
- From the Fonds: Crawford, Louisa Matilda Jane, c 1791-1857 (professional songwriter) (Author, Person)
Language of Materials
English
Conditions Governing Access
Open. Please contact the repository in advance.
Full Extent
1 booklet, 4 pages; 1 letter, 1 leaf
Subject
Repository Details
Part of the University of Edinburgh Library Heritage Collections Repository
Contact:
Centre for Research Collections
University of Edinburgh Main Library
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Edinburgh EH8 9LJ Scotland
+44(0)131 650 8379
heritagecollections@ed.ac.uk
Centre for Research Collections
University of Edinburgh Main Library
George Square
Edinburgh EH8 9LJ Scotland
+44(0)131 650 8379
heritagecollections@ed.ac.uk