Star Spangled Banner Collection

STAR SPANGLED BANNER, 1814. The first page of the first printed sheet music edition of Francis Scott Keys The Star
STAR SPANGLED BANNER, 1814. The first page of the first printed sheet music edition of Francis Scott Keys " The Star Spangled Banner, " Baltimore, 1814. Note the misprint in the subtitle

Betsy Ross making the first American flag (colour litho)
3094011 Betsy Ross making the first American flag (colour litho) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Betsy Ross making the first American flag)

BOSTON: MUSIC FESTIVAL. The band of the Grenadier Guards performing The Star Spangled Banner at a music festival in Boston, Massachusetts. Wood engraving, 1872

Frances Alda sings Star Spangled Banner, 25 Jun 1917. Creator: Bain News Service
Frances Alda sings Star Spangled Banner, 25 Jun 1917 (date created or published later). Soprano opera singer Frances Alda (1879-1952) performing at a ceremony to honor the Prince of Udine

"Independence Day" in Paris; On July 4, 1917, the beginning of the Franco-American... 1917. Creator: Unknown
"Independence Day" in Paris; On July 4, 1917, the beginning of the Franco-American celebrations: given to General Pershing in the courtyard of les Invalides

Francis Scott Key (1779-1830), 1816. Creator: Joseph Wood
Francis Scott Key (1779-1830), 1816

En L'Honneur de L'Amerique; A Paris, place d'lena, le 22 avril: la foule autour de la statue...1917 Creator
En L'Honneur de L'Amerique; A Paris, place d'lena, le 22 avril: la foule autour de la statue de Washington, au pied de laquelle viennent d'etre chantes le Star Spangled Banner par

Francis Scott Key Monument in Baltimore, 1914. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Francis Scott Key Monument in Baltimore, 1914
Francis Scott Key Monument in Baltimore, 1914. US lawyer, author and poet Francis Scott Key wrote the lyrics for "The Star-Spangled Banner". Monument designed by Antonin Mercie

Modern Art STATUE OF LIBERTY | blue
Melanie Viola

Modern Art STATUE OF LIBERTY | monochrome
Melanie Viola

Modern Art STATUE OF LIBERTY - red
Melanie Viola

Boy Scouts making a fire for the visit of Sir Robert Baden-Powell to the White House, 1911 (b/w photo)
1766100 Boy Scouts making a fire for the visit of Sir Robert Baden-Powell to the White House, 1911 (b/w photo) by Harris & Ewing (1905-45); Private Collection; (add.info)

High above, over a true "home of the brave, "the floating folds of the Star... Fort Knox, Ky
High above, over a true " home of the brave, " the floating folds of the Star Spangled Banner symbolize the American way of life to soldiers in training for the battles that will bring

Betsy Ross, c. 1930 (photomechanical print)
5854064 Betsy Ross, c.1930 (photomechanical print) by Ferris, Jean Leon Gerome (1863-1930); Private Collection; (add.info)

British forces attempting a landing in Chesapeake Bay, 1814 (engraving)
3647643 British forces attempting a landing in Chesapeake Bay, 1814 (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Uncle Sam and a leprechaun clinking their glasses (colour litho)
3094010 Uncle Sam and a leprechaun clinking their glasses (colour litho) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Uncle Sam and a leprechaun clinking their glasses)

Uncle Sam (colour litho)
3094007 Uncle Sam (colour litho) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Uncle Sam. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

The Star Spangled Banner, pub. by Currier & Ives, c. 1860 (colour litho)
AQS331961 The Star Spangled Banner, pub. by Currier & Ives, c.1860 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); American Antiquarian Society, Worcester, Massachusetts, USA; (add.info.: O)

American Flag Flying Over Fort McHenry, 1941 (screen print)
2622254 American Flag Flying Over Fort McHenry, 1941 (screen print) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The American flag flying over Fort McHenry)

Here you wander (colour litho)
3643123 Here you wander (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Here you wander. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

American National Anthem (chromolitho)
724671 American National Anthem (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: American National Anthem. Postcard with lyrics and musical notation)

After the War, Welcoming the Victorious Fleet at New York (litho)
1063737 After the War, Welcoming the Victorious Fleet at New York (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: After the War, Welcoming the Victorious Fleet at New York)

American flag emerging from America (colour litho)
3094013 American flag emerging from America (colour litho) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: American flag emerging from America)

Curious scenes in Cubas model federal prison (b / w photo)
6002624 Curious scenes in Cubas model federal prison (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Curious scenes in Cubas model federal prison)

Washingtons inauguration at Philadelphia, c. 1930 (photomechanical print)
5854069 Washingtons inauguration at Philadelphia, c.1930 (photomechanical print) by Ferris, Jean Leon Gerome (1863-1930); Private Collection; (add.info)

Independence Day Card (colour litho)
3094340 Independence Day Card (colour litho) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Independence Day Card. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

The Star-Spangled Banner, 1926 (screen print)
2622466 The Star-Spangled Banner, 1926 (screen print) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Star-Spangled Banner flag or the Great Garrison Flag)

American Flag Flying Over Fort McHenry, 1941 (screen print)
2622255 American Flag Flying Over Fort McHenry, 1941 (screen print) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The American flag flying over Fort McHenry)

The United States Flag, before 1912 (textile) (detail)
DHS212787 The United States Flag, before 1912 (textile) (detail) by American School; Dallas Historical Society, Texas, USA; eDallas Historical Society; American, out of copyright

An ode to the Star Spangled Banner. (chromolitho)
5234519 An ode to the Star Spangled Banner. (chromolitho) by Clapsaddle, Ellen Hattie (1863/65-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: An ode to the Star Spangled Banner)

Francis Scott Key, c. 1796. Creator: Rembrandt Peale
Francis Scott Key, c. 1796

Francis Scott Key, from the series Great Americans (N76) for Duke brand cigarettes, 1888

The Stock Exchange, Congress Street, Boston, Massachusetts, c. 1910-20 (b / w photo)
867582 The Stock Exchange, Congress Street, Boston, Massachusetts, c.1910-20 (b/w photo) by Detroit Publishing Co. (1880-1920); Private Collection; American, out of copyright

STAR-SPANGLED BANNER, 1914. The Star-Spangled Banner that was flown during the War of 1812. On display at the Smithsonian Institution. Photograph, 1914

THE CLINTONS, 1997. First Lady Hillary Clinton and President Bill Clinton at the dedication of the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial in Washington, D.C. Photograph by Carol Highsmith, 1997

Historic Fort McHenry, birthplace of the Star Spangled Banner, the national anthem of the United States of America

NATIONAL ANTHEM, c1861. American children being taught The Star Spangled Banner at the piano. Mezzotint, c1861

FRANCIS SCOTT KEY (1779-1843). American lawyer and writer of The Star Spangled Banner. Halftone after a painting by Edward Percy Moran, c1913

STAR SPANGLED BANNER. The second page of the first printed sheet music edition of Francis Scott Keys The Star Spangled Banner, Baltimore, Maryland, 1814

STAR SPANGLED BANNER, 1814. Francis Scott Keys manuscript of The Star Spangled Banner, which he wrote at the Fountain Inn, Baltimore

THE STAR SPANGLED BANNER. The 15-star American flag that flew over Fort McHenry in Baltimore Harbor, September 1814, and inspired Francis Scott Key to write The Star Spangled Banner. Photograph, 1914

The fire tower on the summit of Mt. Cardigan in Mt. Cardigan State Park. American flag
North America, US, NH, The fire tower on the summit of Mt. Cardigan in Mt. Cardigan State Park. American flag

USA, MD, Baltimore. Many paths lead around Fort McHenrys fortified walls

USA, MD, Baltimore. Cannons set outside the entrance to the historic Frot McHenry, where the Star Spangled Banner was written. Seen here with the Presidential flag

USA, MD, Baltimore. Large cannons aim out towards the harbor around Fort McHenry

USA, MD, Baltimore. The large 15-star flag flies proudly over Fort McHenry

USA, MD, Baltimore. Brich pathways connect the large cannons aimed out towards the harbor around Fort McHenry

USA, MD, Baltimore. Wall detail of the living quarters inside the fortified walls of Fort McHenry

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"The Star-Spangled Banner: A Symbol of American Pride and Resilience" In 1814, Francis Scott Key penned the iconic lyrics to "The Star-Spangled Banner, " a patriotic anthem that would forever be etched in American history. The first printed sheet music edition of this powerful song was published in Baltimore, showcasing its enduring popularity. Betsy Ross, an emblematic figure in American folklore, played a crucial role in creating the first American flag. Her skillful hands meticulously sewed together the stars and stripes, symbolizing unity and freedom for generations to come. Fast forward to 1872 when the band of Grenadier Guards performed "The Star-Spangled Banner" at a music festival in Boston. This event showcased how this stirring melody had transcended borders and captivated audiences worldwide. In 1911, Boy Scouts eagerly prepared a fire for Sir Robert Baden-Powell's visit to the White House. As they gathered around the flames under Old Glory's watchful eye, they embodied patriotism and dedication to their country. During World War II, Fort Knox stood as a testament to America's strength and determination. Alfred T Palmer captured an awe-inspiring image of the floating folds of our beloved flag high above this true "home of the brave. " Uncle Sam has long been synonymous with American identity – his tall hat adorned with stars and stripes representing liberty for all. In one lithograph from years past, Uncle Sam clinks glasses with a mischievous leprechaun – two symbols united by their love for freedom. Currier & Ives immortalized "The Star-Spangled Banner" through vibrant color lithographs during turbulent times leading up to the Civil War. These prints served as reminders that despite division within our nation, our shared values could prevail. Fort McHenry witnessed countless battles throughout history but became legendary when it inspired Key's poem-turned-anthem during Britain's attempted landing in Chesapeake Bay.