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Francis Scott Key wrote the poem "The Star-Spangled Banner" after witnessing the British attack on Fort McHenry during the War of 1812. Inspired by the resilience of the American troops and the sight of the American flag still waving at dawn, Key penned the poem as a tribute to the bravery and patriotism of his fellow countrymen.
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∙ 14y agoFrancis Scott Key wrote the American National Anthem.
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Did Francis Scott Key write for a newspaper?
No, he wrote the "Star-Spangled Banner".Did you know originally he wrote it as a personal poem.
Which people wrote The Star Spangled Banner?
The lyrics came from "Defence of Fort M'Henry", a poem written in 1814 by Francis Scott Key.
To what tune was Francis Scott Key's poem sung a few days after it had been written?
Francis Scott Key wrote the Star Spangled Banner as a poem. His poem was sung a few days afterward to the tune of â??To Anacreon In Heaven.â??
When did Francis Scott Key write the Star- Spangled Banner?
Francis Scott Key wrote "The Star Spangled Banner" in 1814.
Did francis Scott key know his poem was going to become the national anthem?
no
What famous poem did francis Scott key wright?
Francis Scott Key wrote the famous poem "The Star-Spangled Banner." It was later set to music and became the national anthem of the United States.
Who wrote the poem which eventually was adopted as the national anthem of the US?
Francis Scott Key
What year was Francis Scott Key's poem Defence of Fort McHenry written?
1872
What was the original name of Francis Scott Key's poem?
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Where did Francis Scott key write the words to the star spangle banner?
Francis Scott Key wrote the words to the Star-Spangled Banner at Fort McHenry in Chesapeake Bay during the War of 1812. The lyrics were originally written as a poem entitled "Defense of Fort M'Henry."
What inspires Francis Scott Key to write the national anthem?
He wrote his poem after witnessing the British naval bombardment of Fort McHenry during the War of 1812.
Did Francis Scott Key witness the bombardment of Fort McHenry?
Francis Scott Key was the one who witnessed the bombardment of Fort McHenry
