[Dixielandjazz] "Dixie"

[James Kashishian]

Can anyone give me some help on researching the song "Dixie"?  I've got
it written by Daniel D. Emmett in 1860.  Recorded the likes of the
Dukes, Ellington, Louie Armstrong, Kenny Ball, Red Allen.  I'm missing
info on the history of the song itself.  Why was it written, etc.

My grandson has a paper to turn in on the song.  Dunno why, but any help
will be appreciated.
Thanks, Jim