Just the mention of her name evokes a warm feeling of nostalgia in the hearts of millions who recall her thrilling renditions of popular ballads and her outgoing personality and infectious laughter. An untiring patriot, Kate Smith was honored by every President from Roosevelt, who called her an "American treasure", to Reagan, who gave her the highest civilian award in the nation, the Medal of Freedom. During the Second World War, she was personally credited with selling six hundred million dollars in Defense Bonds. She has been called the First Lady of Song by her peers. Voted one of the three most beloved and important women of her time, Kate Smith was the very embodiment of the American spirit and an inspiration to millions everywhere. Her popularity and her music transcended a half century, all the way from vaudeville to soft rock. She introduced over six hundred popular songs. She is undeniably an American original!
God Bless America:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TnQDW-NMaRs
O Holy Night:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rm9K7UK47FQ&feature=fvwrel
Christmas Eve In My Hometown:
K67tYhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=axJLlm
Kate Smith with Bing Crosby:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_vzsEjB4ufE&feature=related
Kate Smith with Donnie & Marie:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sTX2LfnVhck&feature=related
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