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Cohan, Geo. M. (George Michael), 1878-1942

 Person

Biography

American entertainer, playwright, composer, lyricist, actor, singer, dancer and theatrical producer.

Found in 6 Collections and/or Records:

Over There, 1917

 Item
Identifier: 2001.029.3 version A
Scope and Contents From the Collection:

A collection of war related sheet music from the era loosely surrounding the First World War up to the period of the Second.


An artificial collection build up over several decades comprised of pieces drawn from numerous purchases, donations, and items pulled from various older collections.

Dates: Copyright: 1917

Over There, 1917

 Item
Identifier: 2001.029.3 version B
Scope and Contents From the Collection:

A collection of war related sheet music from the era loosely surrounding the First World War up to the period of the Second.


An artificial collection build up over several decades comprised of pieces drawn from numerous purchases, donations, and items pulled from various older collections.

Dates: Copyright: 1917

Their Hearts are Over Here, 1918

 Item
Identifier: 2001.029.3
Scope and Contents

A song dedicated to the American Red Cross. The entire proceeds from the sale of this song to be used for American War Relief.

Dates: Copyright: 1918

When You Come Back...., 1918

 Item
Identifier: 2001.029.4
Scope and Contents

...And You Will Come Back, There's the Whole World Waiting for You. Cover page illustration includes a photographic insert featuring George Cohan.

Dates: Copyright: 1918

Where Is the Girl I Left Behind, 1919

 Item
Identifier: 2001.029.4
Scope and Contents

A novelty song. Cover illustration includes a photographic inset featuring George Cohan, composer of "Over There" and "When You Come Back".

Dates: Copyright: 1919

You're a Grand Old Flag, 1906

 Item
Identifier: 2001.029.4
Scope and Contents

A sheet music score from the latest musical play, "George Washington, Jr.".


"Written and composed by Geo. M. Cohan."


“F. A. Mills, 48 West 29th St. New York “

Dates: Copyright: 1906