Oh Say Can You See… The Origin of the Star Spangled Banner

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Saturday, May 10, 2025
1:00 – 2:00 pm
Delaware Military Museum
New Castle County
Program: Oh Say Can You See: The Origin of the Star Spangled Banner

Recently, the “Star Spangled Banner,” our National Anthem, has been a touch stone for civil rights issues and national controversy. Its words were born out of national crisis, written by a man who was himself no stranger to controversy — the song’s melody originated with a British men’s club celebrating wine and sex. This lecture explores the origin of the song, the author, a few of the controversies, and the times during which our anthem was conceived.

Join Eric for this lecture program!

This event is sponsored by Delaware Humanities. If you have any questions please contact the hosting location.

Delaware Military Museum
First Regiment Road
Conferencee Room
Wilmington DE 19808
302-751-5906