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Irving Berlin and "God Bless America"
Manage episode 418146807 series 3294914
In 1938, as war clouds built in Europe, the popular American singer Kate Smith debuted a song written by the successful songwriter Irving Berlin. That song was "God Bless America," which has become an American classic. On the latest Exploring History podcast, Ray Notgrass surveys Berlin's life and tells how the song has encouraged generations of Americans, especially during difficult times.
Homeschool curriculum and resources for all ages: https://notgrass.com/
Supplemental videos, field trips, and other resources: https://homeschoolhistory.com/
Encouragement for homeschool moms: https://charlenenotgrass.com/
64 episodes
Manage episode 418146807 series 3294914
In 1938, as war clouds built in Europe, the popular American singer Kate Smith debuted a song written by the successful songwriter Irving Berlin. That song was "God Bless America," which has become an American classic. On the latest Exploring History podcast, Ray Notgrass surveys Berlin's life and tells how the song has encouraged generations of Americans, especially during difficult times.
Homeschool curriculum and resources for all ages: https://notgrass.com/
Supplemental videos, field trips, and other resources: https://homeschoolhistory.com/
Encouragement for homeschool moms: https://charlenenotgrass.com/
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