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David Stafford concludes a five-part series which considers the origins of some of our best-known songs.
5: The Star-Spangled Banner. The national anthem of the United States was written by Francis Scott Key after watching the British siege of Baltimore. Comedian Adam Long and the Monarchs American Football team help tell the story.
Producer David Prest Repeat

Contributors

Unknown:
David Stafford
Written By:
Francis Scott Key
Unknown:
Adam Long
Producer:
David Prest
Source: Radio Times

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