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The Bold Fusilier - British Marching Song

This version is made by me based on a version covered by my friend. "The Bold Fusilier" (or "The Gay Fusilier") is an English folk song, often cited as a likely precursor to the famous Australian song, "Waltzing Matilda". It shares the same tune and tells the tale of a soldier marching through Rochester, Kent, to fight for the Duke of Marlborough in the Low Countries, sometimes interpreted as a 19th-century parody or early version of the bush ballad. Lyrics and Plot: The song describes a "gay fusilier" marching, often with the refrain: "Who'll be a so'jer for Marlboro' with me?". It features a soldier recruiting in the "dear" or "drear" streets of Rochester. Connection to "Waltzing Matilda": Many researchers, including folklorists, believe "The Bold Fusilier" is the original air used for "Waltzing Matilda." It was likely adapted by soldiers during the Boer War. Alternative Titles: Known also as "The Rochester Recruiting Sergeant". Historical Context: The song refers to the Duke of Marlborough’s campaigns in the early 18th century, though popular recordings and publications date back mostly to the late 19th or early 20th century.