The Music of the War of 1812
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The Battle of Fort McHenry during the War of 1812 inspired Francis Scott Key to write a poem that eventually became the lyrics to the "Star Spangled Banner." The Maryland Historical Society hosted music historian David Hildebrand for a look at how the history of the Star Spangled Banner - and how writing and poetry became musical expressions of ... Read more
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- -: The Music of the War of 1812
February 12, 2012 (about 12 years ago)The Battle of Fort McHenry during the War of 1812 inspired Francis Scott Key to write a poem that eventually became the lyrics to the "Star Spangled Banner." The Maryland Historical Society hosted music historian David Hildebrand for a look at how the history of the Star Spangled Banner - and how...
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James Madison: Proclamation upon British Depradations - Burning of the Capitol
September 1, 1814 (over 209 years ago)Upon the British burning the capitol, President James Madison berates the British for the wanton destruction of valuable monuments that serve no purpose in war, and he calls on all citizens to double down their wartime efforts in the defense of the nation.
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