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Oh Say Can You See...

Recently, the “Star Spangled Banner,” our National Anthem, has been a touch stone for civil rights issues and national controversy. Its words were born out of national crisis, written by a man who was himself no stranger to controversy — the song’s melody originated with a British men’s club celebrating wine and sex. This lecture explores the origin of the song, the author, a few of the controversies, and the times during which our anthem was conceived.

This program has been made possible by Delaware Humanities, a state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities.

Walk-Ins are welcome or register and let us know you are interested!

Date:
Monday, July 29, 2024
Time:
2:00pm - 3:00pm Eastern Time
Location:
Community Room 2
Library:
Appoquinimink Public Library
Audience:
  Adults  
Categories:
  History and Genealogy  

Registration is required. There are 30 seats available.