Francis Scott Key (August 1, 1779 – January 11, 1843)
Francis Scott Key was an American lawyer, author, and amateur poet
who wrote the lyrics to the United States’ national anthem, "The Star-
Spangled Banner". From 1818 until his death, Key was associated
with the American Bible Society.
Artists depiction of Francis Scott Key with Fort McHenry in
the background during the Battle of Baltimore on the night
of September 13–14, 1814
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