Saturday, July 3, 2010

Star-Spangled Family Column

Here is today's Just a Minute column, inspired by Brian's love for our national anthem.

While doing research for this one, I found an online exhibit from the Smithsonian Institution about the anthem and the flag that inspired Francis Scott Key's poem. It's a fascinating read, and an interesting snapshot on this particular aspect of U.S. history. You can see the exhibit here.

Enjoy, and have a safe and happy Independence Day weekend!

1 comment:

Anonymous said...

Did you know I once did that gig, for the Cleveland Indians at Jacobs Field? It's fun, but doesn't pay as well as playing ball. OK, it doesn't pay at all, but you get some comps to the game.