This Day in History November 11, 1938

By Ruth on November 11, 2013 in American history, history, Music
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I am so happy to report today’s feature.  On this date in 1938, Kate Smith introduced the great song “God Bless America” written by Irving Berlin to our country.  This is a song that always gets to me.  It’s simple, but it’s real.  And no matter what, no one can sing it like Kate Smith.   As we celebrate Veteran’s Day today, what a wonderful thing to share.  This is a song written by someone who was not even born in this country, but he loved it more than many citizens today.  I remember that there was even talk of this song replacing the national anthem at one point.  While I’m glad that didn’t happen, this stands as a song that expresses the sentiment that I hope many of us share.

For more information:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kate_Smith

http://katesmith.org/gba.html

http://www.angelfire.com/ak2/intelligencerreport/god_bless.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/God_Bless_America

http://www.speedboatclassics.com/hello_everybody2new.htm

http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0808889/bio

http://famousdaily.com/history/kate-smith-god-bless-america.html

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Ruth Hill is an entertainment journalist, digital media strategist, and creative professional who believes in the power of storytelling to inspire, encourage, and connect people. With years of experience interviewing actors, filmmakers, authors, and other creative professionals, Ruth has developed a passion for discovering the stories behind the people who bring entertainment to life. Her interviews and reviews reflect her appreciation for authentic storytelling, meaningful performances, and the creative individuals working both in front of and behind the camera. Through her digital media business, Media From the Heart, Ruth works with actors, filmmakers, authors, and organizations to help them connect with audiences through social media strategy, video production, YouTube optimization, website development, and digital marketing. A Washington State native, Ruth lives in the Yelm area and is the proud mother of an adult daughter. A former music educator and lifelong creative, she continues to pursue her passion for music, writing, and the arts. At the heart of everything Ruth does is her Christian faith, which inspires her commitment to seeing the best in others,

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  1. Kathleen Quinlan November 12, 2013 Reply

    EVERYTHING YOU WROTE IN THIS ARTICLE I SIS NOT KNOW, I AM GLAD WE HAVE THAT SONG AND IT IS A NEEDED PRAYER SONG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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