gf00554
The US National Anthem has a questionable history. Explore information about this very interesting song.
All four verses of the National Anthem. The third verse is no longer performed. This is likely due to the reference to killing slaves which would no longer be deemed appropriate.
"The Anacreontic Song" is the song from which the National Anthem borrowed its tune.
Interested learners: A slightly-longer version of the National Anthem's history.
Short kid-friendly version of the National Anthem's history.
The Anthem's history from the perspective of the poet that wrote it during the battle.
