The Star Spangled Banner

Goshen College in Indianahas banned the National Anthem at its sporting events because they see it as too violent in nature.Perhaps this is a big time to reflecton the originsofournation`s anthem.

After the British bombing of Fort McHenry in 1814, Sir Francis Scott Key wrote a poem after seeing the flag still standing. We`ve all sung the lyrics numerous times with pride.

Choose The Grand National Winning Horse - Sport Information Site

The Grand National is one of the most popular sporting events in England. It has a story that goes back far, and is always conducted at the first of the British springtime. With more than thirty fences, and 4 miles of course, the speed is not for novices or the weak of heart. Usually, there are about forty jockeys and horses lined up in the stalls, the success not only walks off with a great prize, but also acclaim and a seat in history.

Oh, Say Can You Hear: 10 Songs That Should Be Our New National .

So what was I look for in a new national anthem? The song needs to be the traits Americans value-freedom, unity, equality, striving for a better life. It shouldn't war monger, but it should sound confident and proud. It inevitably to be honest, too, which means it's not afraid to head to America's shortcomings as way to advance its citizens to raise above their faults.