Biography
George Bennard
Born: February 4, 1873, Youngstown, Ohio, USA
Died: October 10, 1958, Reed City, Michigan, USA
An American hymn composer and preacher. He is best known for composing the famous hymn, "The Old Rugged Cross".
Bennard became active in the Salvation Army and preached throughout the United States and Canada. He spent much of his life in Michigan and Wisconsin.
Died: October 10, 1958, Reed City, Michigan, USA
An American hymn composer and preacher. He is best known for composing the famous hymn, "The Old Rugged Cross".
Bennard became active in the Salvation Army and preached throughout the United States and Canada. He spent much of his life in Michigan and Wisconsin.