Elementary/primary education Composer of the Week presentation featuring George M. Cohan, who wrote songs of American patriotism

1. Yankee Doodle Boy: Songs of American Patriotism George M. Cohan

2. George M. CohanBasic Information Birth/Death Dates Born July 3, 1878 Died Nov. 5, 1942 Birthplace/Hometown Providence, Rhode Island Nationality American Style/Period Modern 1920-Present

3. Interesting Facts Known as a major American entertainer, playwright, composer, lyricist, actor, singer, dancer, and producer. Has a statute in Times Square, New York. Was born on July 3rd, but always said he was “born on the 4th of July.” Wrote several patriotic songs including: Over There Yankee Doodle Boy You’re a Grand Old Flag

4. Yankee Doodle Boy Yankee Doodle Dandy is a 1942 American biographical musical film about George M. Cohan the actor / singer / dancer / playwright / songwriter / producer / theatre owner / director / choreographer known as "The Man Who Owns Broadway.” Yankee Doodle Boy