The Star-Spangled Banner, one of the best-known national anthems in the world, has roots far more rowdy than patriotic, ...

Fascinating facts about Francis Scott Key, the writing of what would become America's national anthem, and the War of 1812 battle flag that inspired it all.

When they are asked to sing "The Star Spangled Banner," "suddenly they're presented with a song with an enormous melody," he explained. "They feel overwhelmed by the piece and they're intimidated ...

April 27, 2006 — -- "The Star Spangled Banner" has provided the soundtrack to our national pastime since 1918, when the spirited tune debuted at a baseball game. Now there is a new version ...

Deep within "The Star-Spangled Banner" is another famous phrase, one that many believe eventually was adopted as our national motto. "And this be our motto - 'In God is our trust,'" reads line 30.

Among the world’s best-known national anthems, “The Star-Spangled Banner” (1814) emerged out of a welter of patriotic musical activity during the decades following our victorious conclusion ...

Inspired by the sight of the American flag after battle, Francis Scott Key wrote “The Star-Spangled Banner.” Its vivid imagery captured the spirit of survival, symbolizing the nation's push ...

El Pendon Estrellado typewritten lyrics. Courtesy: The Smithsonian . "The Star-Spangled Banner" became the country's official national anthem in 1931 and had already been translated into many ...