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"Hail to the Chief" is the personal anthem of the president of the United States, adapted by James Sanderson from an original Scottish Gaelic melody. The song's playing accompanies the appearance of the president of the United States at many public events; it is also played at inauguration ceremonies.
Jan 22, 2017 · "Hail to the Chief" is the official Presidential Anthem of the United States. The song's playing accompanies the appearance of the President of the United States at many public...
"Hail to the Chief" is a march primarily associated with the President of the United States. Performed by the United States Army Band "Pershing's Own".
For centuries “The President’s Own” U.S. Marine Band has honored Presidents with "Hail to the Chief,” music indelibly associated with America’s Commander-in-Chief. Used to herald the ...
Jan 20, 2021 · The Department of Defense declared “Hail to the Chief” the official presidential arrival tribute in 1954. But the story behind the tune begins with a blockbuster romantic poem completed by Sir Walter Scott in 1810. It didn’t have a thing to do with presidential pomp.
Mar 7, 2016 · “Hail to the Chief” is the official anthem announcing the arrival of the president of the United States at formal events. It has been used since the early 1800s but originally had nothing to do with the American political scene.
"Hail to the Chief" was first associated with a Chief Executive on February 22, 1815, when it was played (under the title "Wreaths for the Chieftain") to honor both the belated George Washington and the end of the War of 1812.
