Civil War band continues to educate and entertain

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Heard On The Larry Meiller Show
Members of the 1st Brigade Band in front of Watertown's Historic Octagon House Museum.
Members of the 1st Brigade Band in front of Watertown’s Historic Octagon House Museum. Photo courtesy of the Watertown Historical Society

It started in 1864, when eighteen men from the Brodhead Brass Band enlisted in the Union Army as the band of the 1st Brigade, 3d Division, 15th Army Corps. Today The 1st Brigade Band continues their musical legacy. We talk about how the organization keeps history alive.

Episode Credits

  • Larry Meiller Host
  • Jill Nadeau Producer
  • Tyler Ditter Technical Director
  • Genia Allard Guest

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