Happy Birthday America - The Star Spangled Banner

Visit the American History Museum on the mall to learn about Our Flag.

http://americanhistory.si.edu/ssb/2_home/fs2.html

The Star Spangled Banner

A battle…

A song …

A symbol …

The Star Spangled Banner

The Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History is the home of an American treasure—the Star-Spangled Banner, the flag that inspired our national anthem. In 1998 we launched a significant effort to preserve this icon, which has been endangered by time and exposure to pollution and the elements.

In this Web site, you can discover the history of the Star-Spangled Banner, consider the flag’s symbolism, learn about the conservation process, and explore our educational offerings.

When I worked at the NMAH, Dr. Bedini was very much alive, although he suffered from COPD. He will always remain the most inspiring person in my life.

http://americanhistory.si.edu/ssb/2_home/fs2.html

We are 232 years young.

Blog July 4 2008