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John Philip Sousa (pronounced /ˈsuːsə/[1]; November 6, 1854 – March 6, 1932) was an American composer and conductor of the late Romantic era, known particularly for American military and patriotic marches. Because of his mastery of march composition, he is known as "The March King."
- ^ Merriam-Webster Also commonly /ˈsuːzə/.