Charles A. Zimmerman

Charles A. Zimmerman was a renowned band leader and composer who served in the United States Navy. He is best known for composing the iconic song 'Anchors Aweigh', which has become a beloved anthem for the Navy and the Army-Navy football game. Zimmerman was a talented musician and arranger who led the Navy's band for many years. He was also a skilled composer who wrote music for various naval ceremonies and events. Zimmerman passed away in 1948, but his legacy lives on through his timeless compositions.