"The Old Rugged Cross" is a popular hymn written in 1912 by American evangelist and song-leader George Bennard (1873–1958).
The author of lyrics and music
Old Rugged Cross historical sign, Albion, Michigan
Homer Alvan Rodeheaver was an American evangelist, music director, music publisher, composer of gospel songs, and pioneer in the recording of sacred music.
Homer Rodeheaver, circa 1910–1915
"H. A. Rodeheaver training chorus girls"