 | This article relies largely or entirely on a single source. (July 2024) |
| "Aura Lea" | |
|---|---|
 Cover of Confederate version (1864) | |
| Song | |
| Language | English |
| Published | 1861 by John Church Company |
| Genre | sentimental ballad |
| Composer(s) | George R. Poulton |
| Lyricist(s) | W. W. Fosdick |
"Aura Lea" (sometimes spelled "Aura Lee") is an American Civil War song about a maiden. It was written by W. W. Fosdick (lyrics) and George R. Poulton (music). The melody was used in Elvis Presley's 1956 hit song "Love Me Tender".