Victor Carroll Squier, better known in his time as V.C. Squier was a violin maker, music store owner and instructor in Battle Creek.  He had learned the craft of violin making from his father, as well as other prominent violin makers in the Boston area.  He established his coming in 1890 in Battle Creek, repairing and manufacturing violins and other string instruments.  His company also manufactured strings, and became known world wide for his famous Squier Strings.  In the 1960's his company began manufacturng strings for businessman Leo Fender of Fender Instruments, who would eventually acquire the company.  Fender retired the Squire strings name, but revitalized the name in 1982 with its new line of Squier Guitars which are still produced today.

This is the story of V.C. Squier.

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YouTube videos mentioned in this episode:

Searching for Harmonia: https://youtu.be/MbExbGvLDq4

The Story of V.C Squier: https://youtu.be/haYyaXvIEfo