Ira D. Sankey Gospel singer and composer associated with D. L. Moody

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Ira David Sankey

Ira D. Sankey (1840-1908) was an American Gospel singer and composer of music for such hymns as "Faith Is the Victory," "Trusting Jesus," and "Under His Wings." Associate with D.L. Moody in evangelistic work in the U.S. and abroad as solo singer/music director.

Ira David Sankey. Biographical sketch.
Ira D. Sankey. Short biography.
The Life of Ira D. Sankey.
Sankey's Story of His Own Life. Online book
Ira D. Sankey. Biography.
A Song on Christmas Eve. A story about Ira Sankey.

Marriage and Family:
Ira Sankey married Fanny V. Edwards, one of his choir members, in September, 1863. They had 3 sons.

More Sources of Information:
Ira Sankey. Biography of his life and ministry.
Ira David Sankey. Hymns composed by Sankey.
Ira Sankey and Fanny Crosby. Photograph on Cyber Hymnal Web site.

Archival documents/images:
Ephemera of Ira David Sankey. Collection includes biographical sketch.

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