Wartime songs, often called ditties, foster camaraderie among soldiers who miss their homes and communities. The Civil War song 'Goober Peas' remains popular in the Deep South and reflects the nostalgia of soldiers. Officially published in 1866, the song references peanuts, a staple crop in Southern culture. Peanuts nourished soldiers during the Civil War, being nutritious and easily transportable. Although the peanut's previous status varied, it became a beloved comfort food, symbolizing connections to home for those in the conflict.
Wartime songs create camaraderie among troops yearning for places, people, and things they've left behind. Such is the case with the Civil War song "Goober Peas."
The song was a favorite among Confederate soldiers, not just for its humor, but because peanuts were tiny pieces of home that nourished them during the Civil War.
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