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In Full Glory Reflected is an enchanting invitation to travel the Star- Spangled Banner National Historic Trail and discover the amazing world of our ancestors.
In Full Glory Reflected: Discovering the War of 1812 in the Chesapeake
Ralph E. Eshelman and Burton K. Kummerow
In Full Glory Reflected Discovering the War of 1812 in the Chesapeake Awards:
Winner of the Maryland Historical Preservation Award
Winner of APPL Media and Partnership Award
Featuring musical performances and interviews with historians and music experts
from the United States and Great Britain, Anthem tells the story behind Francis Scott Key’s creation of “The Star-Spangled Banner” and explores the role of music and patriotism during The War of 1812.
Discover the songs and events that would inspire Key to write what would become the national anthem of the United States of America.
To purchase your copy today, please click here! The War of 1812
The War of 1812in America spawned a huge variety of songs and instrumental music. Rigorously researched, the music and lyrics herein bring life to these issues, thoughts and storiesof this critical period of American history-authentically with drama and humor.
Drum beatings are played just as they were in 1812, not orchestrated and made up as other popular fife and drum corps at major historic parks has done for entertainment. Nor does it mimic the Ancient New England style of the early 20th century that all the historic drum corps likes to play.
The Star-Spangled Banner flag inspired Francis Scott Key to write the National Anthem following the all-night British bombardment of Fort McHenry in 1814. These flags are available through Maryland small business F.W. Haxel Co. Proceeds benefit three non-profit (501c3) organizations: The American Flag Foundation, Friends of Fort McHenry and The Star-Spangled Banner Flag House.