ALBANY — Wish “Yankee Doodle” a happy 250th birthday. The original lyrics to one of America’s best-known songs, one associated more with the American Revolution, were actually written a couple decades ...

When dusk falls tonight, most Americans probably will be thinking of fireworks, parades and Independence Day barbecues. But to anyone who loves a great old American tune, this 4th of July signifies ...

You — and everyone (of a certain age) — know the songs “Yankee Doodle Boy,” “Give My Regards to Broadway” and “You’re a Grand Old Flag.” You’re probably not sure how — but you do — and you can’t help ...

George M. Cohan, the son of Irish immigrants — often described as the man who owned Broadway — dominated American theater from 1901 until 1940. During that four-decade period, the man born on the ...

Answer: The exact origins of Uncle Sam are unclear, but the most iconic image of him is based on an artist who used himself as the model. Uncle Sam as a symbol of the American government dates to the ...

Yankee Doodle Dandy! features a book by David Armstrong, music and lyrics by George M. Cohan, new music and lyrics by Albert Evans. The studio cast recording is produced by James A. Rocco. Label: ...

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In honor of the Fourth of July, which is Monday, SAM is running some classic answers. Have a fun, festive and safe holiday weekend, everyone! Q: Is the likeness of Uncle Sam based on a real person?