Clague: This whole stanza was cut from the National Anthem because of its mocking of the British. When we became allies with them in WWII, the verse drops out of use in “The Star-Spangled Banner.” ...

"The Star-Spangled Banner" became our National Anthem on March 3, 1931. Here's a closer look at Francis Scott Key's masterpiece.

"The Star-Spangled Banner" became our National Anthem on March 3, 1931. Here's a closer look at Francis Scott Key's masterpiece.

Every once in a while, okay, maybe every few days, I can’t help getting on the internet and typing in the late, great Toby Keith’s Courtesy of the Red, White and Blue.

Remember that “The Star-Spangled Banner,” published in 1814, has been our official anthem for less than a century, having been signed into law by Pres. Herbert Hoover on March 4, 1931.

About the anthem: Has sung it at Timberwolves, Wild and Minnesota Twins games in an Americana style with a touch of country. “That’s a very vulnerable experience — you’re very exposed and there’s no ...

Nezza says she sang the national anthem in Spanish at Dodger Stadium despite being told to sing in English: 'I just felt like I needed to do it. Para mi gente.' ...

Nezza explains that she doesn't regret singing the national anthem in Spanish at the Dodgers Game during the No Kings protest.

Clague: This whole stanza was cut from the National Anthem because of its mocking of the British. When we became allies with them in WWII, the verse drops out of use in “The Star-Spangled Banner.” ...

“The Star-Spangled Banner” will open many a celebration on the Fourth of July. But as numerous social media videos show, the national anthem can be a trap for singers. To continue reading, log in or ...