Vance Randolph

1892–1980 (age 88)

Folklorist/Author

Biography

Vance Randolph devoted himself to the preservation of Ozark folklore, traveling widely to record the tales, music, and customs of a region that might otherwise have faded.

Fayetteville National Cemetery stands as a place to remember how his passionate collections and vivid storytelling enriched the cultural fabric of the Ozarks and beyond.

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