David W. Drake facts for kids

Quick facts for kids David W. Drake
Born	November 23, 1834 Stephens City, Virginia
Died	October 25, 1909 Staunton, Virginia
Allegiance	Confederate States of America
Service/branch	Confederate States Army
Years of service	1861-1862
Rank	Chief Musician, Sergeant major
Unit	Company Band, 5th Virginia Infantry Company L, 5th Virginia Infantry Company E, 1st Virginia Infantry
Battles/wars	American Civil War
Spouse(s)	Kate M. Slaughter

David William Drake (November 23, 1834 – October 25, 1909) was a farmer, musician and the founder of the Stonewall Brigade Band. He began the band with Edwin Cushing, and recruited A. J. Turner as the band's first director. Drake moved to Staunton, Virginia in 1854. He married Kate Murat Slaughter, of Rappahannock County, on April 15, 1868. The band became part of the 5th Virginia Infantry Regiment. He played a bugle, and was in the West Augusta Guard (Company L) before the band, and later in the 1st Virginia Cavalry. Jeb Stuart commended his volunteering to perform hazardous scouting duties across the Rappahannock River.