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In 1813, Mary Pickersgill, a Baltimore flagmaker, was commissioned to make two flags for Fort McHenry. In addition to the gigantic 42 x 30 foot garrison flag (now the Star-Spangled Banner), Pickersgill and the young women who helped her also sewed a smaller "storm flag." Coming in at 17 x 25 feet, this storm flag was much smaller and was designed to withstand tough weather, such as the raging winds and pouring rain that occurred during the Battle of Baltimore.
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7 things you didn't know about the Star-Spangled Banner
March 3rd is National Anthem Day
On National Anthem Day, we celebrate and honor the Star Spangled Banner with some interesting facts and history you'll enjoy.
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