Relates events of the 1814 Battle of Baltimore as seen through the eyes of twelve-year-old Caroline Pickersgill, who had worked with her family and their servants to sew the enormous flag which waved over Fort McHenry.

Did you know that the United States National Anthem was written after the Battle of Baltimore? A lawyer named Francis Scott Key was inspired by the bravery of the American soldiers in the battle and wrote a poem about it.

"Many children learn "The Star-Spangled Banner" in school, but some might not know the history behind the song. Today, most people only know the first of the four verses of the anthem. In this informative book, readers will learn about the famous song's history, who chose to make it the national anthem, and more. Sing along as we learn about one of America's most patriotic songs!"--

Simple presentation of the Battle of Baltimore that inspired the poem, The star-spangled banner.

Tells the story behind the original nineteenth-century national treasure that inspired the poem by Francis Scott Key and the American national anthem, while sharing insights into how the Smithsonian cares for the flag.

Traces the story of a pivotal six-week period in 1814 that marked the turnaround of the War of 1812 and enabled a nearly defeated U.S. to rally against British forces at Baltimore, in an account that also shares perspectives on such contributors as Admiral Cockburn and Francis Scott Key.

"The story of the girl who sewed the American flag that inspired the lyrics of the National Anthem in [a] celebration of our country's iconic symbol for freedom"--Amazon.com.