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Thread #118540 Message #2564037
Posted By: Lighter
11-Feb-09 - 01:19 PM
Thread Name: Lyr Req: Nordhoff Chantey 'We're Going Away'
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: Nordhoff Chantey 'We're Going Away'
Irrespective of spelling, Nordhoff is the earliest writer known to have to used the word "shanty" in connection with sailors' work songs.