The
words for the Star-Spangled Banner, written by Francis Scott Key,
sprang to life as he was observing the bombardment of Fort McHenry
during the War of 1812. Originally it was a poem of Key's entitled,
"Defense of Fort McHenry," that came to be sung to the tune of "To
Anacreon in Heaven". It's melody was attributed to an Englishman named
John Stafford Smith. Benjamin Carr of Baltimore published the first
musical edition of "The Star-Spangled Banner." that grew in popularity
with the passage of time. In 1931 an act of Congress made it official
national anthem of the United States. (Source)Thanking God for the Freedom to enjoy Independence Day!
Oh, say, does that Star-Spangled Banner yet wave
O'er the land of the free and the home of the brave?
Happy 4th Of July... I always love our song, it always brings tears to my eyes!
ReplyDeleteBlessings, Roxy
Just love your red, white and blue! Blue transferware is always a favorite!
ReplyDeleteRuth
A very nice patriotic sharing.
ReplyDeleteYour patriotic setting is just lovely. I do like your plate too and it makes a perfect centre piece for your July 4th table. Thanks for sharing and Happy 4th of July, Jocelyn!
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Sandi
Your table is just great! I do love those plates too...what a great addition for your theme.
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous and inspiring patriotic tablescape. Thank you for linking up to Thoughts of Home on Thursday. We really appreciate you! Have a wonderful weekend!
ReplyDeleteWonderful 4th of July table-scape! Red, white and blue and patriotic. Lovely!
ReplyDeleteDear Jocelyn:
ReplyDeleteThis post was also featured today as I put the two together! Congratulations!
Very pretty! Thanks for sharing at Home Sweet Home!
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