Fife
- Object Name:
- Fife
- Object ID:
- 2009.008
- Place of Origin:
- United States
- Date:
- 1862-1863
- Description:
- Fife, used by the 8th New Hampshire Regiment in the Civil War. Cylindrical bored one-piece brown rosewood body with machine-engraved brass ferrules at ends. One embouchure (mouth hole) and six finger holes. Stamped "8 / N.H. / INF" beneath mouth hole.
- Material:
- Wood
Rosewood
Metal
Brass - Dimensions:
- L-14.35 Dia-0.75 inches
- Provenance:
- The 8th New Hampshire Regiment was organized in December 1861 and was stationed in Louisiana until December 1863, when it became the 2nd New Hampshire Cavalry. Fifes, drums, and other equipment were supplied to New Hampshire regiments, including the 8th, by Joseph Short of 7 Lewis Wharf in Boston.
Purchased on eBay. - Credit Line:
- New Hampshire Historical Society Purchase, Katharine Prentis Murphy Fund
- Subjects:
- Civil War, Musical instruments, Fifes
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