With simple text and full-color photographs, highlights the symbolism found within the American Flag and what the flag means to the American people. Includes a picture glossary and resources for further information.

Separates facts from fiction to find out if Betsy Ross actually sewed the first flag during the American Revolution. Includes color illustrations, fact boxes, a glossary, and further resources.

A concise history of the national anthem, with the lyrics of the "Star Spangled Banner," music for piano and guitar chords, and a reproduction of Key's original manuscript.

From one of the world's leading graphic designers comes a stunning tribute to America's most enduring icon-the Stars and Stripes.The Revolutionary Congress resolved in 1777 that "the flag of the United States be 13 stripes, alternate red and white, that the Union be 13 white stars in a blue field representing a new constellation." Since that time, the American flag has been raised high in wartime triumph and peacetime celebration; burned in fervent...

If you love your country, sing! Francis Scott Key, the man who wrote the words to the anthem, for a close look at this song of freedom. Introduces the history, creator, and importance of the United States national anthem.

"'O say can you see' begins one of the most recognizable songs in the United States. Originally a poem by Francis Scott Key, the national anthem tells the story of the American flag rising high above a fort after a night of intense battle during the War of 1812. But there's so much more to the story than what is sung at ballgames. What was this battle about? Who sewed those broad stripes and bright stars? Why were free black soldiers fighting on both...