“Kelly's Lamentation (The Deserter)”
Description
Kelly quarrels with his parents and leaves home. On his way to a hiring fair, he meets a sergeant, who buys his drinks and tells him he has enlisted. His parents cannot buy his freedom. Kelly deserts and returns home, but soon takes sick and dies
References
- SHenry H223, pp. 83-84, "The Deserter" (1 text, 1 tune)
- Roud #2405
- BI, HHH223