Bibliograph

Star-spangled, the story of a flag, a battle, and the American anthem, by Tim Grove

Type

Label

Star-spangled, the story of a flag, a battle, and the American anthem, by Tim Grove

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (pages 160-162) and index

Illustrations

illustrationsmaps

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Star-spangled

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

1100427118

Responsibility statement

by Tim Grove

Sub title

the story of a flag, a battle, and the American anthem

Summary

Complemented by historical artwork and photos, an account of the lesser-known history of America's national anthem describes the American flag's design, the important contributions of free black soldiers during the War of 1812, and the intense battle that inspired Francis Scott Key's poem

Table Of Contents

A sitting duck -- A suitable ensign, 1813 -- American prizes -- The great bandit -- Under a flag of truce -- A plan of action -- No love for Americans -- North Point -- Rockets' red glare -- Moment of inspiration -- Epilogue

Target audience

juvenile

Classification