By The Dawn's Early Light

Description:

An account of the writing of the "Star-Spangled Banner," detailing how Key was actually behind enemy lines at the time seeking release of a captured friend from the British, who would not allow their departure until the bombardment of Baltimore was completed.

subjects: American Patriotic poetry,  American Poets,  Authorship,  Biography,  History,  Juvenile literature,  Lawyers,  Star-spangled banner (Song),  United States War of 1812,  Key, francis scott, 1779-1843, juvenile literature,  Key, francis scott, 1779-1843,  United states, history, war of 1812, juvenile literature,  United states, history, war of 1812

People: Francis Scott Key (1779-1843)

Places: United States

Times: 19th century,  War of 1812