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Our National AnthemOn March 3, 1931, the Star Spangled Banner was adopted as America's national anthem. The anthem was penned by Francis Scott Key during the War of 1812 as he watched the bombing of Ft. McHenry while imprisoned on a British ship.06:35 PM # |
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