The national anthem /

Quiri, Patricia Ryon.

The national anthem / by Patricia Ryon Quiri. - New York : Children's Press, 1998. - 47 p. : ill. (mostly col.), ports. ; 22 cm. - A True book .

Includes bibliographical references and index.

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Describes how a patriotic and eloquent attorney was inspired to write "The Star-Spangled Banner" after witnessing the British attack on Fort McHenry during the War of 1812.

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Key, Francis Scott, 1779-1843.
Key, Francis Scott, 1779-1843.


Star-spangled banner (Song)
Star-spangled banner (Song)


Poets, American.
Symbols of America
War of 1812.
American poets.


United States--History--War of 1812.

PS2167.S73 / Q57 1998

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