Star Spangled Banner -- nationalism -- war of 1812

Tiernan Cook
Mr. Thomas
US History, Period 7
Halloween

What does the Star-Spangled Banner have to do with the War of 1812 and represent Nationalism

     The song heard around the US! The Star-Spangled Banner also known was written in 1814 by Francis Scott Key, a 35 year old lawyer and amateur poet. This song widely known as The National Anthem was influenced through the hard fought victory over the British in the War of 1812. The National Anthem was inspired through War of 1812 and represented nationalism in many ways.

     During the War of 1812 the American soldiers raised a huge American flag to celebrate their crucial victory. Seeing the broad stripes and bright stars eventually inspired Francis Scott Key to write the most popular song in the US still today. We still hear this song all around the US and it still gives off many different memories and meanings to everyone. This song has set a permanent memory in all minds as a reminder of the War of 1812. It also reminds us that the flag raised at Fort McHenry on September 14, 1814 will always be remembered as the nation's national symbol.

     Nationalism is loyalty and devotion to one's country. The Star-Spangled Banner, the song that unites the whole nation as one. Nothing brings the nation closer than everyone singing this song together. The American flag is seen everywhere from schools to gyms to even outside. The Star-Spangled Banner will forever be the most famous song in the US.

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