George M. Cohan was an ASCAP Charter Member, a songwriter, composer, actor, singer, dancer, and producer. He was one of the first members of the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) when it was founded in 1914. He wrote over 300 songs, including 'Give My Regards to Broadway' and 'YOU're a Grand Old Flag'. He was also a successful Broadway producer and actor, appearing in such musicals as Little Johnny Jones and Forty-five Minutes from Broadway.