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World War I Sheet Music, 1918

This song was meant to express the voice of children during World War I: "We want our Daddy dear, back home (Hello Central, give me France)"

CREDIT: De Costa, Harry, music and James M. Reilly, words. “We Want Our Daddy Dear, Back Home,” 1918. Duke University Rare Book, Manuscript, and Special Collections Library. Reproduction Number Music #588


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