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Lale AndersonLale Andersen Lale Andersen German singer (1905–1972) Lale Andersen (23 March 1905 – 29 August 1972) was a German chanson singer-songwriter [note a] born in Lehe (now part of Bremerhaven).[note b] She is best known for her interpretation of the song "Lili Marleen" in 1939, which by 1941 transcended the conflict to become World War II's biggest international hit. Popular with both the Axis and the Allies, Andersen's original recording spawned versions, by the end of the War, in most of the major languages of Europe, and by some of the most popular artists in their respective countries.[1][2] Quick facts Born, Died ... Lale Andersen Andersen in her garden, c. 1961 Born Elisabeth Carlotta Helena Berta Bunnenberg (1905-03-23)23 March 1905… (Source: Wikipedia)
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