John Philip Sousa

John Philip Sousa (November 6, 1854 – March 6, 1932) was an American composer and conductor of the late Romantic era, known particularly for American military and patriotic marches. Because of his mastery of march composition and resultant prominence, he is known as "The March King." In public, he was typically referenced by his full name. John Philip Sousa was born in Washington, D.C. on November 6, 1854 to John António de Sousa and Maria Elisab... more

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  • Nov 6, 1854

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  • Mar 6, 1932 (age 77 years)

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  • John Philip de Sousa,
  • John Phillip Sousa,
  • Sousa,
  • John Phillips Sousa
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