The Star-Spangled Banner Images

Francis Scott Key

Attributed to Joseph Wood, 1825

The Star-Spangled Banner

The 30' x 42' garrison flag that flew over Fort McHenry

By the dawn's early light

An artist's rendering of Key's inspiring moment

The Rocket's Red Glare, the Bombs Bursting in Air

An artist's rendering of the British bombardment of Fort McHenry

Ballpark Controversy

Jose Feliciano sings his controversial rendition of the national anthem at the 1968 World Series.