![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() By giving the flag a starring role in one of the most celebrated victories of the War of 1812, Francis Scott Key’s song established a new prominence for the flag as an expression of national identity, unity, and pride. When Key declared, “our flag was still there,” he fused the physical symbol of the nation with universal feelings of patriotism, courage, and resilience. Once he returned to Baltimore, he completed the four verses. Dodge Publishing Company published the book in 1912 Pyle’s frontispiece illustration was first published in 1903 by Collier’s Weekly.įrancis Scott Key (1779-1843) was an American lawyer, author, and poet, most famously known for creating the poetic lyrics to “The Star Spangled Banner.” Inspired by seeing the American flag flying proudly over Fort McHenry after a night of heavy bombardment from British ships, Key penned the initial verse of the song on the back of a letter in the early hours of September 14, 1814. Howard Pyle created both the cover design and frontispiece illustration for Key’s poetic text. This is a charmingly decorated book containing the text of Francis Scott Key's patriotic poem, “The Star Spangled Banner.” The book features a full color frontispiece illustration by Howard Pyle of a dramatic war march, with flutist and drummer prominently displayed on the front line. In original binding and presented with a custom archival clamshell case. New York: Dodge Publishing Company, 1912. ![]()
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