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Dave Irish’s song, God and Country

Jun 6, 2019, 3:55 PM

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(Photo by Quinn Harris/Getty Images)

(Photo by Quinn Harris/Getty Images)

Dave Irish’s song, “God and Country,” was inspired by Tom Brokaw book’s “The Greatest Generation.” His friend, Mike Doran, wrote the lyrics.

Take a listen. Thanks Dave!

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Dave Irish’s song, God and Country