On March 3, 1931, the U.S. Congress passed a joint resolution (46 Stat. 1508) making the song the official national anthem of the United States, which President Herbert Hoover signed into law. The …

Praise the Power that hath made and preserved us a nation! O'er the land of the free and the home of the brave.

Key was inspired by the large American flag, the Star-Spangled Banner, flying triumphantly above the fort during the American victory. The poem was set to the tune of a popular British song...

Sep 18, 2025 · Discover the history behind the Star-Spangled Banner, and how it became America's national anthem. Listen to the music and read the lyrics.

The Star-Spangled Banner is the national anthem of the United States, with music adapted from the anthem of a singing club and words by Francis Scott Key. After a century of general use, the four …

United States of America National Anthem: Star Spangled Banner Listen to the National Anthem Oh, say can you see, By the dawn's early light, What so proudly we hailed At the twilight's last gleaming, …

This 19th century version (MP3) of the Star-Spangled Banner was performed on original instruments from the National Museum of American History's collection. Arranged by G. W. E. Friederich, the …

On March 3, 1931, President Herbert Hoover signed into law House Resolution 14, making “The Star-Spangled Banner” the national anthem. Since then, it has continued to be performed in a variety of …

The Star-Spangled Banner Lyrics say can you see, by the dawn's early light, What so proudly we hailed at the twilight's last gleaming, Whose broad stripes and bright stars through the perilous fight, O'er …

Here, you’ll find the complete text of the U.S. national anthem, including all four verses, along with historical annotations, multilingual translations, and free downloadable resources.