LES BROWN
Posted by: sclave
N 40° 35.532 W 076° 31.962
18T E 370303 N 4494617
A Pennsylvania Historical Marker 110 feet from entrance of a Subway store in Reinerton,Pa.17980 on the SE corners of South Terry St &East Grand Sts.(Pa.St.Rt.209)
Waymark Code: WM1PQ2
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date Posted: 06/17/2007
Views: 75
LES BROWN
(1912-2001)
Born in Reinerton, Les Brown enjoyed a 70 year career in American popular music, conducting his famous "Band of Renown" and helping launch the career of Doris Day with the number one hit Sentimental Journey; long-time band leader for Bob Hope and Dean Martin.
Marker Name: LES BROWN
County: Schuylkill
Date Dedicated: 03/14/2006
Marker Type: City
Location: 1944 E. Grand Ave.
Category: Music & Theater
Website: Not listed
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