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The
Star Spangled Banner
The Star Spangled Banner is not only the subject of our National
Anthem, but a symbol of American resolve to remain a free and
sovereign nation. The flag was commissioned by Major George Armistead,
the commander of Fort McHenry in Baltimore Harbor as preparation
for an impending British attack. The commission went to Mary Young
Pickersgill who, with the help of her daughter, Caroline, completed
the huge, 30' by 42' flag. The British finally attacked Fort McHenry
on September 13, 1814, firing as many as 1800 high trajectory
shells at the fort throughout that day and night. The British
failed in their attempt leaving the United States of America a
free nation. |
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