J.C. Beckel, arranger. The Battle of Gettysburg. Philadelphia: Sep. Winner, [1863]. Folio. Original wrappers. FIRST EDITION.
Ownership inscription dated 10 April 1864 to front wrapper.
A scarce example of contemporary commemorative sheet music dedicated to General George G. Meade and featuring the March of the Grand Army of the Potomac. Not to be confused with a later piece written by Beckel, subtitled "Major General Geo E. Pickett's Celebrated Charge at the Battle of Gettysburg," published in 1888.
VERY RARE. OCLC locates only 4 copies.
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