Bascom Lamar Lunsford | |
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Born | |
Died | September 4, 1973 | (aged 91)
Other names | Minstrel of the Appalachians |
Alma mater | Rutherford College |
Occupation(s) | folklorist, lawyer |
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Parent(s) | James Bassett Lunsford, Luarta Leah Buckner |
Bascom Lamar Lunsford (March 21, 1882 – September 4, 1973) was a folklorist, performer of traditional Appalachian music, and lawyer from western North Carolina. He was often known by the nickname "Minstrel of the Appalachians."