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D1359 - First World War papers and others - [c1871]-1920

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Archive Reference / Library Class No.	D1359/13
Title	Regimental Song of the First Derby Militia
Date	c.1865-c.1881
Description	Parody of a popular song of the 19th century, "Do ye ken John Peel with his coat so gay?", with satirical references to figures such as "Mosley" (possibly Lt. Col Godfrey Mosley) and "Langton Coke" (possibly William Langton Coke, c.1843-1913, of Brookhill Hall, Alfreton). The 1st Derby Militia existed between 1855 and 1881. Available on CD, CD316.
Extent	1 item
Level	Item
Repository	Derbyshire Record Office
Archive Creator	Unidentified
Copyright	Out of copyright
Copies	A digital copy of this item can be viewed on the public computers at the record office.
Term	Regiments
	Vocal music
	Music
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