National Anthem Day
National Anthem Day On March 3rd, 1931 an Act of Congress made the Star Spangled Banner America’s national anthem. Recently, our national anthem has been under attack. Many teams and players from various sports have been kneeling during the playing of the Star Spangled Banner as a form of protest; and the flag was attacked during 2020's Black Lives Matter protests. America’s national anthem is not something to be ashamed of but reminds us of an inspiring time in our history! Following the American War for Independence, Americans hoped to live in peace but France and England became engaged in a conflict that drew America back into war. The British captured American ships on the high seas and forced about 10,000 American sailors to fight for England. The United States declared war. Known as the War of 1812, it lasted until 1815. In August 1814, England invaded Washington, D.C., setting fire to...