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I took my young son to a ballgame. After buying way more snacks than we needed, we found our seats just in time for the National Anthem. I reminded him to remove his hat and place it over his heart.
“And the British left! Key and Beanes were released!” I exclaimed to my son. “And that is why we sing the National Anthem. It ...
Upon observing the lack respect for the American flag by many young Americans, Former Secretary of Education William Bennett ...
A massive American flag went up over the Fort Pitt Museum in Point State Park in celebration of the Fourth of July.
For more than a century, “The Star-Spangled Banner” has been played or sung before sporting events across the nation. And ...
The nation’s capital is a must-visit destination for those looking to immerse themselves in American history and pride.
This Fourth of July, during a day of parades, baseball and barbecues, somewhere, close by, a marching band surely will be ...
Churches and shuls started placing flags in their sanctuaries around World War I. In addition to it being a time of nationalistic fervor, it was especially important for religious groups that were bei ...
Independence Day celebrations are usually filled with fireworks, parades and patriotic festivities. So, how did it begin?
The Star Spangled Banner will be played a bit louder and prouder than normal on any event happening over this weekend.
More than 4,000 guests streamed through the gates carrying their heirlooms, curiosities and long-held questions. The hope: to ...
As Americans prepare to commemorate the 250th anniversary of independence, “The Star-Spangled Banner” has questions.