What battles inspired francis scott key to write the words that later became "the star - spangled banner "?

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17 October, 02:22

What battles inspired francis scott key to write the words that later became "the star - spangled banner "?

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Harper Chung · Answer 1

In this This Day in History video, the 9/13/1814 writing of the Star Spangled Banner by Francis Scott Key is recounted. It was inspired by the British bombing of Ft. McHenry during the War of 1812