Lucy Monroe | |
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Born | Manhattan, New York, U.S. | October 23, 1906
Died | October 13, 1987 Manhattan, New York, U.S. | (aged 80)
Genres | Patriotic music, folk music |
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Years active | 1925–1960s |
Lucy Monroe (October 23, 1906 – October 13, 1987) was an American operatic soprano and dancer. She was noted for her performances of "The Star-Spangled Banner", the national anthem of the United States, which she performed for Presidents and at sporting and military events, which earned her the nickname of "The Star-Spangled Soprano".[1]