Even today, those ancient symbols continue to be evoked by titles such as Dave R. In the 18th century, the act of enlisting was described as ‘following the drum. Even the instruments on which it is played have themselves acquired great symbolic power - a regiment’s drums are second only to its colors as an emblem of honor and tradition. Music has been an integral part of warfare and the soldier’s life since the dawn of history.
Pride, pomp, and circumstance of glorious war! The spirit-stirring drum, the ear-piercing fife,
