About the anthem: Has sung it at Timberwolves, Wild and Minnesota Twins games in an Americana style with a touch of country. ...

In what’s become an Independence Day tradition, Cowboy State Daily outdoors writer Mark Heinz plays “The Star Spangled Banner ...

The U.S. Army Field Band delivered a stunning rendition of "The Star-Spangled Banner" at Fort McHenry for Defenders Day. This ...

The Star-Spangled Banner, one of the best-known national anthems in the world, has roots far more rowdy than patriotic, ...

Spangled Banner,” “ America the Beautiful” and “God Bless America” — all patriotic songs that celebrate America.

As we celebrate Fourth of July, Americans - especially Black Americans - have a complex relationship with the flag and our ...

Independence Day celebrations are usually filled with fireworks, parades and patriotic festivities. So, how did it begin?

Mihret and her twin sister, Maara, were born in Ethiopia and adopted by Phebe and Greg Washington shortly after they were ...

Smithsonian curators have collected some of the many snippets taken from the Star-Spangled Banner, even secretly buying at an auction in 2000. Jaclyn Nash / NMAH, SI ...

A sold-out soccer game in San Diego becomes a metaphor for American unity when the crowd's collective singing of the national ...

Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord; and the people whom He hath chosen for His own inheritance.” Psalm 33:12 One of my favorite patriotic songs is “My Country ‘Tis of Thee.” Years ago, when I ...

The nation’s capital is a must-visit destination for those looking to immerse themselves in American history and pride.