Amazing America 250: The Star-Spangled Banner, a symbol of American endurance & unity

"The Star-Spangled Banner," the national anthem of the United States, is a song deeply rooted in American history and ...

Which Was the First Country to Have a National Anthem?

Discover the story of the first country to officially adopt a national anthem. Learn about France's revolutionary and its role as a voice for the people since 1795.
Football Talk

National Anthems in Football: Symbols of Identity, History, and Unity

From roaring stadiums before a World Cup kickoff to the tense silence ahead of a continental final, national anthems are an ...
The Boston Globe

For a nation divided, five minutes of the national anthem effect

The two anthems sung at the Super Bowl — “The Star-Spangled Banner” and “Lift Every Voice and Sing” — remind us that we really can stand shoulder to shoulder as citizens. We may have just experienced ...
The American Spectator

An Anthem of Unity: Carrie Underwood’s Powerful Reminder for America

Carrie Underwood’s heartfelt rendition of “America the Beautiful” was a moment of unscripted brilliance that resonated deeply with the American spirit. What began as a technical glitch — a long pause ...