The Musical Sweeneys of Appomattox

Located on the grounds of Appomattox Court House National Historical Park is the home of Charles Sweeney, cousin of Joel Walker Sweeney the popularizer of the modern five string banjo.  Joel and his brother Richard died in 1860.   The youngest brother, Sampson D. along with cousins Robert Miller Sweeney and Charles H. Sweeney served in the 2nd Virginia Cavalry Regiment.  Sam and Bob were detailed to General J.E.B. Stuarts' Headquarters as musicians.

BUILT 1830 - 1840

ALTERED 1940 - 1950

RESTORED 1987 - 1988

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* Background music is "Jine the Cavalry" a popular tune among the troops.

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Last Updated:Wednesday, 22-Dec-2004 09:46:17 Eastern Standard Time
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