The Colonel

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The Colonel by Carolyn Forche

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About this song

Credited to: Carolyn Forche
Album: 100 Great Poems - Classic Poets & Beatnik Freaks · Track 15 of 53
Released: January 1, 2012
Duration: 2:43

From the album: 100 Great Poems - Classic Poets & Beatnik Freaks

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