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While aboard a British warship being bombarded throughout the night of September 13, 1814, Francis Scott Key was so overwhelmed to see the flag at Fort McHenry on the morning of th e 14th that he wrote the Star Spangled Banner. This reproduction features a painting of Key as he first sees Fort McHenry, a brief historical background of the event, the Star Spangled Banner lyrics in Key's handwriting, and his signature. 1 page; 14" x 16" sheet. #21601040 Show more