The history of the Light Crust Doughboys Spans more than 70 years of American Music and, from the outset, their story was an integral part of our rich Texas Culture, particularly in the rural towns of East Texas.

Bob Wills founded the group as the “Wills Fiddle Band.” They later took the name The Light Crust Doughboys after their sponsor, Light Crust Flour. The Doughboys could be heard daily on legendary Dallas radio station WBAP. Thus, the legend of the Light Crust Doughboys and the beginning of their special brand of music, “Texas Swing” was born.

The general manager of the Light Crust Doughboys was W. Lee “Pappy” O’Daniel, who claimed his popularity with the band was one reason he was later elected governor. Pappy O’Daniel campaigned here in Quitman at the Governor Jim Hogg Park—now the home of the Light Crust Doughboys Hall of Fame and Museum.

In addition to displays and exhibits of historic memorabilia from the Light Crust Doughboys, the living history of this important musical group lives on through live performances sponsored by the Quitman Heritage Foundation.

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The Light Crust Doughboys

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