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General John Mason: the Man Behind the Star-Spangled Banner and Other Remarkable Connections

Post author By David
Post date July 27, 2023

Introduction General John Mason played a crucial role in the creation of the US National Anthem, “The Star-Spangled Banner.” He sent Francis Scott Key on a mission during the War […]

Tags Clermont Plantation, Francis Scott Key, Mason's Island, The Battle of Baltimore, The Battle of the White House, The Star-Spangled Banner, Washington and Alexandria Turnpike