Like so many famous songs of yore, "The Star-Spangled Banner" started as a poem, called “The Defence of Fort McHenry.” It was written by Francis Scott Key in 1814 during the War of 1812.

Maryland is the birthplace of "The Star-Spangled Banner," having been written by Francis Scott Key in Baltimore. There are numerous states that have laws that regard how "The Star-Spangled Banner ...

The Star Spangled Banner symbolizes the bravery and resolve of the men who fought to keep America free and is the best choice for our anthem. We need to preserve our history, not destroy it. Patti ...