Francis scott key

Did you know that America’s national anthem was first written as a poem? Francis Scott Key wrote a poem entitled, “The Defense of Fort McHenry.” It was …

The man who wrote the Star Spangled Banner opposed the war his song celebrates.

The Washington lawyer was an unlikely candidate to write the national anthem; he was against America’s entry into the War of 1812 from the outset

The 200th anniversary of the start of The War Of 1812 was last month, but I figured a “The Best…” list would still be useful. I’m going to list some resources here, but the …

This scene inspired Francis Scott Keyes to write our National Anthem Oh, say can you see, by the dawn's early light, What so proudly we hailed at the twilight's last gleaming? Whose broad stripes and bright stars, through the perilous...

Explore 10 surprising facts about the glamorous and tragic life of one of the 20th century’s most celebrated writers.

The Star Spangled Banner written by Francis Scott Key

My last pic taken of the Francis Scott Key Bridge- November 2023 💔

During the War of 1812, the British launched an attack on the port city of Baltimore, firing upon Fort McHenry through the night. The US victory over Britain in what was known as the Bombardment of Fort McHenry would go on to inspire the Nation's anthem. Learn about Francis Scott Key, author of the Star Spangled Banner, with these free homeschool resources, lessons, and activities.

Birthplace of the National Anthem The sight of the flag flying over Fort McHenry and the valiant defense of the fort by 1,000 dedicated Americans during the Battle of Baltimore, September 13-14, 1814, inspired Francis Scott Key to write the words to the Star Spangled Banner.