“The Falcon (I)”
Description
The Falcon sets out with 35 passengers. The ship is near home when the wind blows up. The engine fails and the ship runs aground. The singer recalls the dead and pities the widows and orphans
Historical references
- Jan 5, 1868 - Reported date of the Falcon wreck
References
- SHenry H95, p. 107, "The Falcon" (1 text, 1 tune)
- Roud #9042
- BI, HHH095