John Philip Sousa's interment at Congressional Cemetery

Composer and bandleader John Philip Sousa (1854–1932), known for leading the U.S. Marine Band and for composing military marches, is interred at the Congressional Cemetery in Washington, D.C. The cemetery at 1801 E Street SE contains the graves of many notable 18th–20th century figures and is maintained as a historic burial ground. Sousa's grave is a documented point of interest for visitors researching American musical and military history.