Where the Star-Spangled Banner Was Born

Fort McHenry, birthplace of “The Star-Spangled Banner,” pulses with history and creativity as America approaches its 250th anniversary. Witness the 1814 battle that inspired Francis Scott Key, the bravery of the 1,000 defenders, and the iconic flag stitched by Mary Pickersgill—whose legacy lives on at the Star-Spangled Banner Flag House. Today, artists sail past the fort, drawing inspiration from the same views Key saw, while over 300,000 visitors annually reconnect with the courage and unity that made this flag fly. It’s where past heroism meets present purpose, reminding us why this flag still matters. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/83c7e438007ee392