Battle of Fort McHenry

Definition

The Battle of Fort McHenry took place during the War of 1812 when British forces attempted but failed to capture Baltimore Harbor. It is famous because Francis Scott Key wrote "The Star-Spangled Banner" after witnessing this battle.

Analogy

Imagine you're watching your favorite sports team playing a crucial game against their biggest rivals. They're underdogs, but they manage to hold off their opponents and win - that's kind of what happened at Fort McHenry!

Related terms

Francis Scott Key: He was an American lawyer who wrote "The Star-Spangled Banner" after witnessing the Battle of Fort McHenry.

War of 1812: A conflict between America and Britain that lasted from 1812 to 1815, which included the Battle of Fort McHenry.

Baltimore: A major city in Maryland where Fort McHenry is located.