National Anthem of the United States

Cultural  

1. The official national song of the United States: “The Star-Spangled Banner.”

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Example Sentences

The president's helicopter Marine One touched down and he received a royal salute from the Welsh Guards assembled in the castle's courtyard and the national anthem of the United States was played.

From BBC

In 1931, Congress passed a bill to make “The Star-Spangled Banner” the official national anthem of the United States.

From Los Angeles Times

On March 3, 1931, “The Star-Spangled Banner” became the national anthem of the United States as President Herbert Hoover signed a congressional resolution.

From Washington Times

Yes, the NFL played what is being referred to as the “Black National Anthem” shortly before playing the national anthem of the United States of America.

From Washington Times

Gianandrea Noseda has learned reams of music in his years as a conductor, but he clearly hasn’t studied the national anthem of the United States.

From Washington Post